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Overview

We are looking for a Psychology graduate to support the work on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) across the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology training programme. This post is to develop work set as a priority by Health Education England. 

The primary responsibilities for the postholder are to support the EDI lead for the Clinical Psychology training programme and will include developing and evaluating programme initiatives, such as a mentoring programme for ethnic minoritised applicants, curriculum review, community outreach, changes to the selection process, and supervisor training. This will involve close liaison with local NHS Trusts, University colleagues and other programme stakeholders, (such as trainees and Experts by Experience, Service Users and Carers). 

Main duties and responsibilities

Supporting the DClinPsy EDI lead

• Support the EDI lead on matters relating to equality and inclusion for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic trainee and aspiring trainee clinical psychologists on, or  potentially applying to, the clinical psychology doctorate training programme, as well as on broader Equality, Diversity and Inclusion matters.

• Support the EDI lead and programme team leads (academic, admissions, curriculum, research, Personal and Professional Development (PPD), clinical practice), in the development and delivery of a sustainable EDI strategy.

• Support the EDI lead to liaise and collaborate with University and NHS colleagues, and other key stakeholders including Experts by Experience/Co-production colleagues and experts in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion locally, regionally and nationally to ensure ED&I initiatives are implemented and are sustainable.

• Provide a lead in evaluating EDI developments

.Teaching and Learning

• Work with the EDI lead to develop and deliver anti-racism and inclusive practice for key stakeholders involved in the collaborative provision of the clinical psychology programme (for example clinical placement supervisors and external lecturers).

• Work with the EDI lead on decolonisation of the curriculum and to ensure issues relating to race, ethnicity, other areas of protected characteristics, such as age and sex, the role socio-economic factors play in maintaining inequality, racism and discrimination are adequately covered and embedded within the teaching curriculum. 

• Develop resources to support mentoring and training.

Relationships and Team Working

• Plan and prioritise own daily workload in view of the requirements of the EDI duties and responsibilities.

• Closely liaise and collaborate with local and regional University and NHS colleagues, trainees, Experts by Experience/Co-production colleagues/Service users and carers and other stakeholders when undertaking the duties, roles and responsibilities of the post as directed by the EDI lead.

• Act as a responsible team member and develop productive working relationships with other members of the team

• Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post

Person Specification

Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and is respected. Even if your past experience doesn't match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.

Essential criteria

• An undergraduate degree in Psychology (assessed at: application)

• Show a commitment to diversity, equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices (assessed at: application/interview)

• Ability to establish network of contacts and liaise with a variety of stakeholders from a range of backgrounds (assessed at: application/interview)

• Effective verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate complex conceptual ideas to widely divergent audiences (assessed at: application/interview)

• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills (assessed at: application/interview)

• Ability to assess and organise resources, and plan and progress work activities (assessed at: application/interview)

• Ability to work independently and self-manage workload (assessed at: application/interview)

• Experience of adapting own skills to new circumstances (assessed at: application/interview)

Desirable criteria (max 2)

• Knowledge of Higher Education System and National Health Service (assessed at: application/interview)

• Experience of undertaking research leading to publications in peer-reviewed journals or experience of NHS research/service evaluation/clinical audit (assessed at: application/interview)

Further Information

Grade: 6

Salary: £31,637 - £36,130 per annum, pro rata

Work Arrangement: Part-time, 14 hours per week

Duration: 12 months, with a start date on 1st September 2025

Line manager: Programme Director of DClinPsy

Direct reports: none

For informal enquiries about this job contact
Professor John Fox, Programme Director of DClinPsy: on j.e.fox@sheffield.ac.uk

Next steps in the recruitment process

The selection process will consist of an interview and presentation. We plan to let candidates know if they have progressed to the selection stage two weeks after the closing date. If you need any support, equipment or adjustments to enable you to participate in any element of the recruitment process you can contact psy-hr.recruitment@sheffield.ac.uk.

Our vision and strategic plan

We are the University of Sheffield. This is our vision: sheffield.ac.uk/vision (opens in new window).

What we offer

• A minimum of 38 days annual leave including bank holiday and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more.

• Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working for some roles.

• Generous pension scheme.

• A wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel.

• A variety of staff networks, providing opportunities for social interaction, peer support and personal development (for example, Race Equality, LGBT+, Women’s and Parent’s networks).

• Recognition Awards to reward staff who go above and beyond in their role.

• A commitment to your development access to learning and mentoring schemes; integrated with our Academic Career Pathways.

• A range of generous family-friendly policies

  • paid time off for parenting and caring emergencies

  • support for those going through the menopause

  • paid time off and support for fertility treatment

  • and more

More details can be found on our benefits page: sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits (opens in a new window).

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process.

We are a research university with a global reputation for excellence. Our ideas and expertise change the world for the better, making a real difference to society. We know that when people come together with different views, approaches and insights it can lead to richer, more creative and innovative teaching and research and the highest levels of student experience. Our University Vision (www.sheffield.ac.uk/vision) outlines our commitment to building a diverse community of staff and students that recognises and values the abilities, backgrounds, beliefs and ways of living for everyone.