Practitioner Psychologist - Learning Disabilities
Pulse HealthcareCheshire, United Kingdom · Posted 9 months agoDescription
Job Title: Locum Psychologist – Learning Disabilities & Complex Needs
Location: Cheshire
Working Hours: 2 days per week (Monday–Friday, daytime hours)
Salary: Attractive rates (PAYE or approved umbrella only)
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: Ongoing
Are you a qualified Psychologist with experience in mental health and learning disabilities? Pulse is recruiting for a Locum Psychologist to work across three specialist residential services supporting adults with learning disabilities, behaviours that challenge, and associated complex needs. This is a part-time opportunity (2 days per week) to join a well-established multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and contribute to person-centred care in a social care setting.
Responsibilities
As a Locum Psychologist, you will:
- Provide psychological input across three (local) residential services
- Deliver specialist psychological assessments, formulations, and interventions.
- Work collaboratively with the MDT to support care planning and risk management.
- Contribute to service users’ wellbeing through evidence-based approaches.
- Support staff teams with psychologically informed strategies and consultation.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to service development.
Benefits
- Attractive locum rates
- Flexible daytime working (Mon–Fri)
- Ongoing contract
- Supportive MDT environment
- Opportunity to work across diverse settings
- Weekly payroll via PAYE or approved umbrella companies
Qualifications and Experience
We welcome applications from candidates who meet the following criteria:
- HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist
- Experience working with adults with learning disabilities and complex needs
- Strong understanding of mental health and behavioural support
- Ability to work across multiple sites and collaborate with MDTs
- Excellent communication and formulation skills
If you don’t meet every requirement but feel passionate about this role, we still encourage you to apply – we value potential and commitment.
How to Apply
Click “Apply” via the Pulse website to submit your CV. A member of our recruitment team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.
Why Work with Pulse?
Pulse is a trusted healthcare recruitment partner offering:
- Exclusive locum roles across the UK
- Personalised support throughout your placement
- Expert compliance and onboarding assistance
- Weekly payroll and flexible working options
Reasonable Adjustments
We are committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages, please let us know — we’re here to support you.
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