Learning Disabilities Psychologist

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.

Responsibilities:
• 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

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.