Learning Disabilities Psychologist
Pulse HealthcareDundee, Scotland, United Kingdom · Posted 6 months agoDescription
Job Title
Psychologist
Banding
Band 8a/b equivalent
Location
Dundee
Working Hours
3 days per week | Monday – Friday | 9:00am – 5:00pm
Salary
Attractive rates (negotiable)
Psychologist – Learning Disabilities & Complex Care | Dundee
Pulse is working with a specialist inpatient provider in Dundee to recruit an experienced Psychologist to support adults with learning disabilities, autistic spectrum disorder and complex presentations. This is a part‑time locum opportunity (3 days per week) within a highly supportive multidisciplinary team, offering excellent clinical exposure and flexible working.
The role is due to start mid‑March 2026 and will continue until a permanent appointment is made, making it ideal if you’re looking for stability without long‑term commitment. Attractive rates are available, and the service is based in Dundee.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Provide psychological assessment, formulation and intervention for adults with learning disabilities and/or autistic spectrum disorder
- Work with individuals presenting with complex needs and behaviours that challenge
- Contribute to care planning and risk management using evidence‑based approaches
- Work collaboratively within a full MDT including psychiatry, nursing and therapy colleagues
- Support positive behaviour support planning and trauma‑informed care
- Contribute to reports, reviews and clinical discussions, ensuring high standards of care
You’ll have the autonomy to shape your clinical input while being fully supported by an experienced team around you.
Benefits
- Part‑time working (3 days per week)
- Attractive and flexible rates of pay
- Full MDT support
- Opportunity to work within a specialist LD and autism setting
Qualifications & Experience
Essential / Minimum:
- HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist
- Experience working with learning disabilities
- Experience supporting individuals with complex presentations and/or autistic spectrum disorder
Desirable (but not essential):
- Inpatient or high‑dependency setting experience
- Experience with positive behaviour support or trauma‑informed approaches
If you don’t meet every requirement but feel this role could be a good fit, we’d still love to hear from you.
How to Apply
Apply today via the Pulse website, and a member of our specialist recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail.
Why Work with Pulse
- Dedicated mental health recruitment specialists
- Access to exclusive roles not advertised elsewhere
- Honest, transparent support throughout the process
- Help with compliance, onboarding and ongoing placements
Reasonable Adjustments
We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
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