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Employer: Pulse Healthcare
Location: Dundee City, Scotland, United Kingdom
Reference: 34130
Contact: Psychology North | 01992305604
Job Title: Psychologist – Learning Disabilities & Complex Care
Banding: Band 8a/b equivalent
Working Hours: 3 days per week | Monday–Friday | 9:00am–5:00pm
Contract: Temporary/Locum (until permanent appointment made)
Salary: Attractive rates (negotiable)
Start: Mid-March 2026
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.
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- 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 will have the autonomy to shape your clinical input while being fully supported by an experienced team.
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
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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 do not meet every requirement but feel this role could be a good fit, applications are still welcome.
Why Work With Pulse
- Dedicated mental health recruitment specialists
- Access to exclusive roles not advertised elsewhere
- Honest and transparent support throughout the process
- Help with compliance, onboarding and ongoing placements
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