Learning Disabilities Psychologist

Employer:

Pulse Healthcare

Location:

Dundee City, Scotland, United Kingdom

Reference: 34130

Contact:
Psychology North |

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.

• 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.

• 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

Essential / Minimum:

• HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist
• Experience working with learning disabilities
• Experience supporting individuals with complex presentations and/or autistic spectrum disorder

• 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.