Clinical Tutor

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A national health board is seeking an experienced Clinical Tutor to join the Clinical Practice Team at the University of Glasgow. This role involves supervising Clinical Psychology trainees while contributing to high-quality education and training. Candidates should possess HCPC registration and experience in clinical supervision. The position offers flexible working arrangements and a generous NHS pension scheme.

Benefits

Generous NHS pension scheme

Annual incremental salary progression

27 days annual leave plus public holidays

NHS discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical practice supervision.
• Ability to manage deadlines.
• Interest in clinical practice education.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to clinical practice education for trainees.
• Build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Implement quality initiatives and projects.

Skills

Experienced clinical psychologist

Supervising Clinical Psychology trainees

Strong communication skills

Collaborative influence

Education

Registration with HCPC

Eligibility for chartership with BPS

Job description

Flexible Location: Based throughout Scotland, NES is a remote friendly employer supporting office and hybrid working. Please note, this post is based at the University of Glasgow and there will be some requirement to work in person at both the University of Glasgow and NES offices (177 Bothwell Street), as operationally required. We’re happy to talk about how you want to work.

Work Pattern: Permanent, Part Time, 18.5 hours per week (0.5WTE)

You must have eligibility and entitlement to work in the UK which is required to be maintained throughout your period of employment.

Who We Are

NHS Education for Scotland (NES) is the national health board with statutory responsibilities to effect sustainable change through workforce development, education and training across the health and social care system in Scotland, while working at UK level with partner organisations.

NES Psychology are responsible for training Psychologists for NHS Scotland and delivering education and training in psychological care to the multi-professional workforce across Scotland.

We work in partnership with Scottish Government and other key stakeholders to increase the capacity within the current workforce to deliver evidence based psychological interventions.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Clinical Tutor to join the Clinical Practice Team for the University of Glasgow / NHS (Scotland) Clinical Psychology Training Programme. The Clinical Tutor post provides an opportunity to play a key role in contributing to the delivery and development of quality assured clinical practice education and training for Clinical Psychology Trainees.

You will be an experienced Clinical Psychologist, registered with HCPC and eligible for chartership with the BPS, with experience of supervising Clinical Psychology trainees in a clinical setting. You will have knowledge and interest in Clinical Practice education and an ability to manage challenging deadlines.

Do you enjoy building working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and with staff at all levels? Do you want to have a say in the education and training of future Clinical Psychologists? Do you enjoy problem solving and collaborating with others?

Alongside working closely with Trainees throughout their training, you will have the opportunity to support close partnership working with a range of key stakeholders, developing and implementing quality initiatives and projects as well supporting and delivering innovative clinical practice education whilst ensuring continuity of the current high quality standards of training.

What We Love to See

• Experienced clinical psychologist
• Experience of supervising Clinical Psychology trainees in a clinical setting
• Experience of taking a lead role in initiatives
• Keen knowledge and interest in clinical practice education
• Highly effective communicator knowing how to make often complex information and language simple for diverse internal and external stakeholders (both verbally and in writing)
• Demonstrate honesty, integrity, care and compassion when dealing with others, utilising tact and persuasion skills when necessary
• A track record of collaborating, influencing and building key networks across a complex system of stakeholders (internal and external)
• The successful applicant will also be expected to be working clinically by separate arrangement.

Benefits Which Matter

• Life-work balance - with opportunities for flexible working and remote working
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Annual incremental salary progression (up to the maximum of the salary band) plus annual NHS salary scale review
• Annual Leave - 27 Days increasing in line with service plus 8 days public holiday
• NHS discounts and more

Diversity and Inclusion

Developing a successful national service for Scotland is impossible without ensuring we consider the diverse needs, perspectives and backgrounds of everyone in Scotland in our work. We are focused on hiring the very best talent available for NES, and actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and aim to ensure everyone is treated fairly, with respect and has a positive recruitment experience – regardless of the outcome.

It’s not essential to be in a Clinical Tutor right now. You may be returning from a career break (e.g. maternity, paternity, caring for others) or returning after working in another field. Your experiences elsewhere can bring a fresh perspective to our work.

If you are considering applying and feel it would be helpful to discuss this initially, please contact Dr Gavin Richardson, Clinical Practice Director.

Next Steps

Our recruitment process is currently 100% remote. All applicants who are shortlisted for interview will be contacted by e-mail. Online interviews (including a presentation) will take place on 29th/ 30th October. The presentation topic will be sent to candidates selected for interview. For further information please refer to the Job Information Pack. Unless otherwise stated the deadline for applications is 23:59 hours on the closing date. Please note, CV’s will not be accepted.

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. As part of the pre-employment checks for a preferred candidate, NHS Scotland Boards will check your entitlement to work in the UK.