Neonatal Operational Delivery Network Consultant Clinical Psychologist

Main area Neonatology Grade NHS AfC: Band 8c Contract 24 months (fixed term - secondment considered) HoursPart timeFlexible workingHome or remote working10 hours per week (home / remote working) Job ref 425-25-7391503Employer Sheffield Children''s NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Sheffield Children''s NHS Foundation Trust Town Sheffield Salary £76,965 - £88,682 per annum, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 21/09/2025 23:59 Interview date 09/10/2025Neonatal Operational Delivery Network Consultant Clinical Psychologist

NHS AfC: Band 8c

Job overview

Fixed Term: 2 years | 10 hrs per week | Proposed interview date: 09 October 2025The Yorkshire and Humber Neonatal Operational Delivery Network (YandH NODN) is looking for an experienced Clinical Psychologist to join our Allied Health Professional (AHP) and Psychology Team. This strategic role supports the development and delivery of equitable, psychologically informed care across 19 neonatal units in the region, following the National Neonatal Critical Care Review and NHS Long Term Plan.About You:

You are a compassionate and forward-thinking person with:HCPC registration as a Practitioner PsychologistDoctorate-level training in Clinical PsychologyExtensive neonatal CPD and a maintained Personal Professional ProfileSignificant post-qualification neonatal experience at Band 8a or aboveA passion for collaborative, network-based workingMain duties of the job

Reporting into the Neonatal Network Manager, your responsibilities will include:Lead strategic initiatives to embed psychological support across neonatal servicesCollaborate with Network leadership to define priorities and deliverablesFacilitate matrix working with multidisciplinary teams, LMNS, MMHS, and third-sector partnersSupport service development, commissioning, and gap analysis to promote equityRepresent the network in national clinical psychology forums and working groupsThis is a unique opportunity to shape neonatal psychological care across Yorkshire and Humber, improving outcomes for babies, families, and staff.Working for our organisation

At Sheffield Children’s, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children’s Health.We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.We’re proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children’s as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England — and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire — in the latest NHS Staff Survey.Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values — Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence — to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we’re excited to keep building our leadership in children''s health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts — helping you thrive at work and beyond.Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.Please note that Sheffield Children''s uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.Diversity StatementAt Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.#LI-OnsitePerson specification

Qualifications

HCPC registered Practitioner PsychologistPost-graduate doctoral level training in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPSPost-doctoral training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice.Post-qualification specialist training in particular psychotherapeutic approaches e.g. ACT, CFT, VIG, Infant Mental Health, CBTEvidence of extensive Neonatal CPD in line with recognised competencies and maintenance of a Personal, Professional ProfileLeadership course/module or recognised Leadership qualificationExperience

Significant demonstrable experience of working as a qualified clinical psychologistExperience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course and presenting with the full range of clinical severity across the full range of care settings including outpatient, community, primary care, in-patient and residential care settings severity including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuseExperience of exercising full clinical responsibility for clients’ psychological care and treatment, both as a professionally qualified care coordinator and also within the context of a multidisciplinary care planEvidence of significant post-graduate neonatal experience at Band 8a or aboveSpecialist experience in the area of perinatal mental healthOther

Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental healthFormal training in supervision of other psychologists or equivalent experienceAbility to work autonomously, providing specialist advice to the organisation, working to tight and often changing timescalesWell-developed knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies in highly complex groups (e.g. complex PTSD, dual diagnoses, etc.) and an understanding of neurodiversity and implications for intervention and parental experience on the unitEmployer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.Name Jennifer Stothard Job title YandH ODN Director Email address jennifer.stothard1@nhs.net Telephone number 07710164098 Additional informationFor more information about this post please contact either:Dr Elizabeth Pilling (Clinical Lead) – elizabeth.pilling1@nhs.net or Jennifer Stothard (ODN Director) – ..... full job details .....