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Deputy Head of Psychology

Woking, GU21 2QS
Up to £73,000pa DOE
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About the role

Overview

Woking, GU21 2QS
Full Time
Up to £73,000pa DOE
15 May 2025

Are you an outstanding Qualified Psychologist with a passion for delivering high quality care? 

Cygnet have been providing a national network of specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.

With us, you’ll have the chance to progress your career as part of a dynamic, supportive team. 

We need a Deputy Head of Psychology who’s passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs.

You will be joining us on a full time, 40 hour per week basis.

As a Deputy Head of Psychology you will support the running of our Psychology departments at both Cygnet Lodge Woking and Cygnet Hospital Woking in support of the Head of Psychology.

Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for our service users – it’s a challenging, satisfying vocation.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts – as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits – to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

So if you care about making a difference – every day – we want to hear from you.

Cygnet Lodge Woking:

Cygnet Lodge Woking is a 31 bed service providing acute and high support inpatient rehabilitation (Level 2) services for men with complex mental health needs.

Cygnet Hospital Woking:

Cygnet Hospital Woking offers a range of mental health services for men and women.

Services are delivered in a purpose-built therapeutic environment where the focus is on maximising positive outcomes and recovery. A range of therapies supports the care pathway towards independent living. The hospital is close to transport links and with ready access to the local community.

Your Day-to-Day…

  • The post holder will deputise for the Head of Department in their absence: provide professional management to qualified psychologists, assistant psychologists, other psychological therapists and ensure they are supported in their daily activities; ensure staff in the department perform in line with the standards of practice and are compliant and up-to-date with the company policies and mandatory training.
  • The post holder will provide clinical supervision to junior staff in the department, as delegated by the Head of Department.
  • The post holder will provide specialist training to other professionals in the hospital and will co-lead psychology department meetings.
  • The post holder will be expected to generate and lead on projects, support and coordinate the workload of qualified psychologists, assistants, trainee psychologists and other psychological practitioners within their area. As such, they may be required to support the Head of Psychology with any disciplinary, capability or sickness processes as necessary.

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We are looking for someone who is…

  • A HCPC registered Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychologist with experience in a clinical forensic or mental health setting
  • Trained in clinical supervision
  • Minimum five years post qualification experience of working as a senior Practitioner Psychologist including substantial post-qualification experience of working across multiple service lines
  • Substantial experience in delivering offender treatment and rehabilitation programs.
  • Experience of developing and delivering specialist training programmes
  • Experience of supervising professional and clinical practice of qualified and junior staff
  • Research and audit experience

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

  • Strong career progression opportunities into management roles 
  • Monthly reflective practice, & support with CPD opportunities
  • Expert clinical supervision & peer support
  • Employee referral scheme
  • Pension scheme
  • “Cycle to work” scheme & employee discount saving.

Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Ready to make a positive change?

Please click on the ‘apply now’ link below.

Join us!

Benefits & Rewards

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Group Pension

We’ll look after you beyond Cygnet by helping you save for your future with a pension scheme. Cygnet provides a monthly contribution into your pot for every month you actively pay in.

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Free Mortgage Broker & Insurance Cover

Cygnet understands that buying a home is probably the biggest and most important financial decision for most of us. As a result we have partnered with L&C to offer free mortgage advice, free insurance cover and receive a voucher on completion of your mortgage

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Enhanced Maternity

In addition to statutory pay, Cygnet provides enhanced maternity pay.

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Free Life Assurance Cover

Cygnet provides a Group Life assurance scheme which pays out a lump sum benefit to your family or next of kin in the event of your death whilst employed by Cygnet.

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Langdale House have recently started transition work with an individual who will be moving into our home. Bev was happy to support Langdale by being involved in the transition and feeding back relevant information which has supported managers to build up a comprehensive care plan prior to admission to Langdale.

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Langdale House have recently started transition work with an individual who will be moving into our home. Mercy was happy to support Langdale by being involved in the transition and feeding back relevant information which has supported managers to build up a comprehensive care plan prior to admission to Langdale.

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The work in service can sometimes go on forever at night, but not while Mr. Idris is working. He usually approaches each task with concentration and a sense of humour, and he never gives up until he ensures that it is finished. Mr. Idris frequently eases his coworkers with funny jokes and enjoys bringing them along. Weldone Mr Idris.

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Langdale House have recently started transition work with an individual who will be moving into our home. Ezi was happy to support Langdale by being involved in the transition and feeding back relevant information which has supported managers to build up a comprehensive care plan prior to admission to Langdale.

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Langdale House have recently started transition work with an individual who will be moving into our home. Steve was happy to support Langdale by being involved in the transition and feeding back relevant information which has supported managers to build up a comprehensive care plan prior to admission to Langdale.

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Victoria

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Langdale House have recently started transition work with an individual who will be moving into our home. Tori was happy to support Langdale by being involved in the transition and feeding back relevant information which has supported managers to build up a comprehensive care plan prior to admission to Langdale.

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Enite

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The Outwood Night Team- We have had shifts consistently available due to being unable to recruit to them for a variety of reasons. Over the last year this team have worked so hard to ensure that the shifts are covered, they work together to ensure consistency for the residents as well as to support each other. Their hard work has meant that we very rarely run short and we always can meet the needs of the residents. They are a great team and a great support to the effective running of the service.

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Robert supported an individual to hospital following a significant head injury, he remained calm and ensured the individual received medical attention

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Pamela

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Pam has gone above and beyond to support the service over the past 2 months. The service is currently dealing with a shortage of team leaders, during this time Pam has offered to support with shift leading & medication administration, this support has been invaluable to the service and has ensured the service is staffed safely, avoiding agency use

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Catherine is an exceptional nurse with outstanding clinical and, especially, communication skills. She clearly and compassionately explain complex medical information, fostering trust and easing anxiety in patients and families. Their strong communication also promotes a positive and collaborative work environment.

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