Actionus

South Wales

Psychology jobs in Cardiff.

Clinical, counselling and forensic psychologists are in demand across mental health, neuropsychology, learning disability and secure services. Actionus works with HCPC-registered practitioner psychologists on locum, contract and permanent assignments in NHS, local authority and independent settings.

Register for Cardiff roles →Search all Cardiff jobs →

Live Roles

No advertised roles in Cardiff right now. Register for exclusive access to off-market jobs.

New Cardiff vacancies are released regularly and many are filled before they are advertised. Register your details and we'll contact you privately when a matching psychology role opens in South Wales.

Hiring in Cardiff

What the Cardiff market looks like.

Welsh services are organised into health boards rather than trusts, and Cardiff and Vale is the tertiary centre for much of South Wales. Bilingual services are valued in some settings, and the M4 corridor means Newport and Bridgend roles are routinely worked from Cardiff.

Major employers in South Wales

  • —Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
  • —Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
  • —Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
  • —Velindre University NHS Trust

Also covering

Newport · Bridgend · Pontypridd · Barry · Caerphilly · Merthyr Tydfil

Typical settings

  • Community mental health teams
  • Neuropsychology services
  • Learning disability services
  • Secure and forensic units

Common specialities

  • Clinical psychology
  • Neuropsychology
  • Forensic
  • Children and young people
  • Learning disabilities
  • Older adults

Questions

Psychology work in Cardiff, answered.

What psychology jobs are available in Cardiff?
Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent psychology roles across Cardiff and the wider South Wales area, including community mental health teams, neuropsychology services, learning disability services. Live vacancies are listed on this page and updated as they are released.
Which employers hire psychologists in Cardiff?
Major healthcare employers in and around Cardiff include Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, Velindre University NHS Trust, alongside independent providers, local authority teams and primary care networks.
What registration do I need to work as a psychology professional through Actionus?
You will need current registration with the relevant UK regulator, an enhanced DBS, right-to-work documents and satisfactory references. Our compliance team confirms exactly what is required for each assignment before you start.
How quickly can I start a locum assignment in Cardiff?
If your compliance file is already complete, short-notice cover can often start within days. If you are new to Actionus, register first and we will build your file while we match you to suitable roles.
How do I get paid for temporary work?
Temporary and locum workers submit hours weekly through the Actionus online timesheet portal. Once your authoriser approves the timesheet, payment is processed through PAYE, umbrella or your limited company, depending on the payment method agreed on your assignment.

Browse more

Get in touch

Looking for psychology staff in Cardiff?

Hire psychologists →Contact us →