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Psychology jobs in Sheffield.

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.

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Hiring in Sheffield

What the Sheffield market looks like.

Sheffield combines one of the largest teaching hospital groups in England with a standalone children's trust and a dedicated mental health and social care provider. South Yorkshire's towns sit close together, so Rotherham, Barnsley and Chesterfield work is commonly picked up by Sheffield-based candidates.

Major employers in South Yorkshire

  • —Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Sheffield Health and Social Care NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Also covering

Rotherham · Barnsley · Doncaster · Chesterfield · Worksop

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 Sheffield, answered.

What psychology jobs are available in Sheffield?
Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent psychology roles across Sheffield and the wider South Yorkshire 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 Sheffield?
Major healthcare employers in and around Sheffield include Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust, Sheffield Health and Social Care NHS Foundation Trust, Rotherham NHS Foundation 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 Sheffield?
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.

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