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252622 (AJM) Senior Clinical/Counselling Psychologist - Team Coordinator
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Senior Psychologist – Edinburgh Psychological Therapies Service
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. Our goal is for our workforce to be truly representative, and we strive to ensure every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to perform at their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
About the Role
We are delighted to invite applications for this opportunity to work within the Edinburgh Psychological Therapies Service. We are seeking enthusiastic and committed Senior Psychologists to support the further development of psychological services.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a varied and diverse clinical caseload, providing interventions across the spectrum of psychological and mental health difficulties.
- Provide individual and group supervision to other psychologists within the service, as well as line management responsibilities.
- Play a key role in reducing service wait times and improving accessibility to psychological therapies.
- Contribute to service development, including the creation and refinement of treatment pathways, particularly for individuals with complex needs.
- Engage in training and continuous professional development (CPD) as part of a broader, whole-service CPD framework.
- Act as a team champion in areas of special interest to support the professional growth of colleagues.
- Liaise with senior roles across AMH services to facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing.
- Act as a part of a wider team contributing to the expansion of psychology services, with links to broader mental health service providers within Edinburgh Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP).
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Working Arrangements
- Primary location: Royal Edinburgh Hospital, Morningside, Edinburgh.
- Hybrid working model available for both clinical and administrative work, with flexibility to be discussed further at interview.
- This position is part-time, with the salary adjusted accordingly.
Requirements & Qualifications
Essential Criteria
- Must hold (or be eligible for) a Relevant Postgraduate Qualification at Doctorate level in Clinical or Counselling Psychology as a minimum requirement.
- Eligible for HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) registration.
- Experience in senior-level psychological intervention within a public health setting is highly beneficial.
Recruitment & Advancement Opportunities
- NHS Scotland is committed to investing in career development and will provide access to relevant training and professional development opportunities.
- There will be support and encouragement to pursue areas of special interest, including the potential designated team champion status for specific mental health areas.
Application & Additional Notes
[live-interview-date]
Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 03/08/2026.
For further details, please refer to:
- The detailed job description
- The person specification (both available on the relevant NHS Scotland vacancy portal)
Contact
For any queries, please reach out directly: Dr Norma Martin (Consultant Clinical Psychologist) or Dr Sharon Edmunds (Consultant Counselling Psychologist) Leads for Edinburgh Psychological Therapies Service 📞 0131 537 6905
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Important Notes for Equity & Fairness
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Visa/Immigration Compliance: To work in the UK, applicants must be able to demonstrate they have the relevant right and permission to work in the UK, granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service. Further details on compliance procedures are available via NHS Scotland’s guidance.
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Voluntary Protection Scheme (PVG): This role requires existing PVG Scheme membership (with Adult or Child designation) for all post-holders. If the applicant does not have the appropriate PVG membership upfront, they will be directed to complete an application with Disclosure Scotland. A satisfactory clearance must be achieved before commencement.
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Legislative Updates (2025): As of 1 April 2025, renewed legislation may change the scope/requirement for criminal background checks. If the role qualifies as a "regulated position", it will mandate Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme membership. Further clarifications regarding updated compliance requirements will be provided during recruitment communication phases.
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Anticipated Early Closing: Due to anticipated high application volumes, this position may close earlier than originally indicated, once a satisfactory number of applications has been received. Applicants are advised to submit their applications as early as possible to maximise consideration.
Support for Diverse Candidates
NHS Scotland is committed to proactive measures to facilitate equitable access opportunities. Therefore, we will make reasonable adjustments as required for candidates with a long-term health condition, disabilities, or neurodivergent backgrounds.
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