Locum - Band 7/8a Health Psychology

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📍 West Midlands

About this role

Job Title: Clinical or Counselling Psychologist – Palliative Care (Oncology)

Banding: Band 7 / 8a

Location: West Midlands 

Working Hours: 3 days per week

Salary: Competitive hourly rate (Band‑aligned)

Locum Clinical or Counselling Psychologist – Palliative Care (Oncology)

This locum opportunity places you at the heart of specialist oncology and palliative care service in the West Midlands. You will join a compassionate multidisciplinary team, offering psychological expertise that truly shapes patient experience - the post is available ASAP until the end of September.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver specialist psychological assessments for individuals referred to the service, tailoring your approach to their unique needs.
  • Provide evidence‑based interventions including ACT, CFT and CBT to support patients, carers and families as they navigate diagnosis, treatment and end‑of‑life challenges.
  • Work collaboratively with MDT colleagues
  • Offer consultation and reflective support to staff managing complex emotional presentations.
  • Maintain high‑quality clinical records in line with professional standards.

Benefits

  • Supportive and well‑established MDT within a specialist palliative care service
  • Part time working pattern – 3 days per week
  • Competitive Band 7/8a rates
  • Dedicated Pulse consultant for onboarding, compliance and ongoing support

Qualifications & Experience

  • HCPC registration as a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist
  • Desirable: Experience within palliative care, oncology, health psychology, adult mental health or other emotionally complex clinical settings is highly valued
  • Confidence working autonomously and collaboratively within MDT environments
  • Newly qualified psychologists or those without direct oncology experience are still encouraged to apply — transferable skills are welcomed

How to Apply

Submit your application and CV directly via the Pulse website. Once received, a member of the Pulse recruitment team will contact you to discuss the role, your experience and next steps.

Why Work With Pulse

Pulse offers a personalised, relationship‑driven approach to locum recruitment. You’ll benefit from:

  • Specialist psychological therapies recruiters who understand your profession
  • Streamlined compliance and dedicated onboarding support
  • Access to exclusive roles across a range of services
  • Weekly payroll and competitive rates

Reasonable Adjustments

Pulse is committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let the team know and they will be happy to support you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Locum - Band 7/8a Health Psychology position at pulse?
The salary for this Locum - Band 7/8a Health Psychology role at pulse is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Locum - Band 7/8a Health Psychology position at pulse located?
This Locum - Band 7/8a Health Psychology role at pulse is based in West Midlands. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Locum - Band 7/8a Health Psychology at pulse belong to?
This Locum - Band 7/8a Health Psychology position is part of the Psychological Therapies department at pulse. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Locum - Band 7/8a Health Psychology position at pulse?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to pulse's official application portal hosted on greenhouse where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Locum - Band 7/8a Health Psychology job at pulse posted?
This Locum - Band 7/8a Health Psychology position at pulse was posted on Apr 24, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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