Job summaryWe are looking for a
Systemic Family Therapist or Clinical Psychologist.
This is a fixed-term post funded at 15 hours per week (0.4 FTE). We welcome applications from newly qualified psychologists who would be employed at Band 7.
Main duties of the jobThe post holder will form an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team in a senior management role within the unit.
Successful applicants will provide psychological assessment and treatment for patients and their families and carers. They will also provide formulation, chair and lead meetings, conduct and contribute to our reflective practices and provide managerial support as a senior member of the team.
Dragonfly Unit is developing services and innovation. There is a clinical model, established treatment pathways and reflective practice systems in place to support the practice and effectiveness of the service and the experience of the young people. There is good leadership support within and outside of the unit under a new locality structure which puts good service, governance and accountability into practice. Our ambition is to continue to develop excellence and integrated services which support the recovery of young people and families as safe and as effectively as possible.
Job planning will be completed with the successful candidate to ensure that they are able to work safely and competently in accordance with professional guidelines.
About usHere at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.
Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.
Why Norfolk and Suffolk? The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.
DetailsDate posted: 14 September 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 to £64,750 a year gross per annum pro rata
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 6 months
Working pattern: Part-time, Job share
Reference number: 246-GYW8273566
Job locations: Dragonfly Unit, Carlton Court, Carlton Court, Lowestoft, NR33 8RG, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesSystemic approaches are central to working with young people and their families, none more so than within inpatient treatment settings where there are multiple systems involved. The Dragonfly Unit is a CQC rated Good service and provides assessment and treatment to adolescents presenting with severe mental health disorder and risks. The post holder would join a full MDT and work with a Consultant Clinical Psychologist who leads the Therapies pathway. To support our Treatment Pathways using evidence based treatment, there would be an expectation that if you are qualified in clinical or counselling psychology there would be an expectation of attending training in Systemic Family Therapy and if a Systemic Family Therapist, an expectation to train in another therapeutic model such as CBT-E. Please note that those exiting training programmes will be offered the position at Band 7.
Please note that applicants should follow the job description relevant to their core professional role.Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!Interview dates are to be confirmed and candidates may only be given a minimum of 3 days notice; you will be contacted via email and invited to book a time. These emails may go to your SPAM, so please keep checking all your emails if applying.Please visit our Facebook and Twitter page @NSFTjobsPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssential- Postgraduate qualification in appropriate mental health/social welfare profession
- Eligibility for UKCP registration Other related academic qualifications
- MSc in Systemic Family Therapy
- Eligibility for UKCP registration
Desirable- Experience of work inpatient adolescent unit
- Experience of working with clinical teams around young people
- Experience of developing and supporting a clinical model/approach across a service
ExperienceEssential- Evidence of continuing professional development as required by UKCP/AFT guidelines
Skills & KnowledgeEssential- Skills in applying systemic theory to work with individuals, couples, family systems, groups and organisations
- Working with people with acute and enduring mental health problems and Learning Disabilities.
- Working knowledge of relevant legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to mental health and the full range of client groups
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer name: Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust
Address: Dragonfly Unit, Carlton Court, Carlton Court, Lowestoft, NR33 8RG, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Consultant Clinical Psychologist
Dr Ben Gurney-Smith
ben.gurney-smith@nsft.nhs.uk
01502527400
Supporting documentsPrivacy noticeNorfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 
