Job Title: Staff Grade Clinical Psychologist Service: Child Primary Care (HSE-aligned) Location: Clondalkin Primary Care Centre Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday (35 hours) | 1-year contract (likely to be extended) Salary: HSE aligned pay scales Excel Recruitment are recruiting a Staff Grade Clinical Psychologist for a Child Primary Care Team based in Clondalkin Primary Care Centre, providing early intervention supports to children, young people and their families. This is a frontline, community-based role where you will work as part of a well-established multidisciplinary team, with strong access to Senior Psychologists for structured supervision, consultation and support. The service is family-centred, inclusive and evidence-based, with a focus on practical outcomes for children and caregivers. Bring your clinical expertise and compassion to support children and families facing a range of emotional, developmental, and behavioural challenges including: Autism Spectrum Conditions ADHD Anxiety and mood-related difficulties Attachment, family and school-related issues Role Summary: As a Staff Grade Clinical Psychologist within a Child Primary Care service, you will provide timely assessment, formulation and evidence-based intervention for children and young people, working closely with parents/carers and the multidisciplinary team. You will be well supported through structured supervision and consultation with Senior Psychologists. This is a full-time, Monday-Friday role on a 1-year contract with a strong likelihood of extension (service need dependent). Key Responsibilities: Provide psychological assessment, formulation and intervention to children and young people presenting with a range of emotional, behavioural and developmental needs (e.g., anxiety, ADHD, autism-related needs, attachment and school/family difficulties). Develop evidence-informed, child-centred plans in collaboration with children, families and MDT colleagues. Deliver individual and group-based interventions, drawing on appropriate therapeutic models and outcome measures. Provide consultation and practical guidance to parents/carers and relevant professionals involved in the child's care. Engage in regular clinical supervision (including with Senior Psychologists), reflective practice and continuous professional development. Contribute to service development, quality improvement and psychologically informed MDT working. Eligibility Criteria: Doctorate or equivalent in Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychology and/or Chartered Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychologist through PSI. Candidates qualified overseas must provide evidence of validation by the Department of Health at the time of application. Eligibility for registration with the Psychological Society of Ireland. Demonstrable knowledge of a range of Psychological assessment and therapeutic models Experience delivering psychological interventions to children and families Excellent clinical assessment, formulation, and therapeutic planning skills Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills. Ability to work autonomously and manage a varied caseload. Full driver's license and access to a car. What to expect: Competitive HSE salary in line with experience (HSE-aligned pay scales). Full-time, 35 hour week, Monday to Friday. 1-year contract with strong potential for extension, service need dependent. Structured supervision and consultation with Senior Psychologists, plus ongoing CPD support. Supportive multidisciplinary team environment and psychologically informed culture. Flexible work arrangements where possible. What you need to do now: For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially via email at or by phone at Skills: Clinical Psychologist Educational Psychologist Primary care Children Psychology job