Practitioner Psychologist (Annex 21)

The role is a permanent practitioner psychologist position within the older people's mental health community team at Swansea Bay University Health Board, based at Ty Gargoch on Hospital Road in Swansea. The post offers a salary between £58,379 and £65,723 per annum pro rata, falling under band 8a with an annex 21 arrangement that provides 70% of a band 8a salary in the first year and 75% in the second year. Applications close on 18 October 2026 and must be submitted through the original advert. The post is suited to candidates with a doctoral-level qualification in practitioner psychology, HCPC registration, and experience in delivering specialised psychological assessments and therapy to older adults and their families. Essential requirements include a good honours degree in psychology, chartered status with the British Psychological Society, and proven ability to communicate complex clinical information to diverse audiences. Desirable attributes include Welsh language skills at levels 1 to 5 and experience in working with challenging presentations such as personality disorders or dual diagnoses. The role provides access to regular clinical supervision, reflective practice, and opportunities for professional development within a multidisciplinary team that collaborates closely with trainee psychologists and academic partners.