Practitioner Psychologist OAMHSNHS

Job summary

We are searching for a Practitioner Psychologist to join the Older Adult Mental Health Services (OAMHS) Psychology Team within Hywel Dda University Health Board.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate and motivated Practitioner who is committed to delivering evidence-based psychological care and who is keen to contribute to the continued growth and innovation of psychology services for older adults.

Based within Hywel Dda University Health Board, this role offers the opportunity to live and work in some of the most beautiful parts of West Wales, with easy access to stunning coastlines, national parks and vibrant local communities. Whether you enjoy outdoor activities, a strong work-life balance or being part of a supportive and welcoming community, Hywel Dda provides an excellent place to develop both your career and lifestyle.

To be considered for this role, you must be a HCPC-registered Practitioner Psychologist and hold a doctorate-level qualification in Clinical Psychology, Counselling Psychology or an equivalent recognised qualification.

An Annex 21 opportunity is available and further information can be found under heading 'Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities'.

Main duties of the job

As part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team, you will provide specialist psychological assessment, formulation, intervention and consultation for older adults experiencing complex mental health difficulties across a range of secondary care settings. The role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across services, contributing to the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care.

In addition to clinical work, you will play an active role in service development, consultation, supervision, teaching and training, as well as participating in audit, research and quality improvement initiatives that support the ongoing development of psychological services within OAMHS.

Job description

Join us and help make a meaningful difference to the lives of older adults across Hywel Dda.

This post is advertised at Band 8a. However, applicants who do not currently meet all the skills and competencies required for the Band 8a role are encouraged to apply and may, if successful, be appointed under the Agenda for Change Annex 21 arrangements, supported by a structured development plan for up to 3 years. During the first year, payment will be 65% of the top of Band 8a, 70% in the second year and 75% in the third year.

The successful candidate will receive ongoing professional, clinical and managerial support and supervision to develop the competencies required for the role.

Following successful completion of the development programme and achievement of the required competencies, the post holder will progress to Band 8a (minimum point of the pay scale). Failure to achieve the qualification and required competencies in the designated timeframe could result in implementing Workforce policies.

Where application of Annex 21 would otherwise result in a reduction in salary for an existing NHS employee, local pay protection arrangements may be considered in accordance with Health Board policy.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Interviews will be held on 16/10/2026.

About us

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.

We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.

We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.

Our services are provided in:

• Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
• Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
• Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
• 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 99 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
• Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services