KM198153 - Consultant Clinical Psychologist

NHS National Services Scotland; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Consultant Clinical / Counselling Psychologist for a 12-month fixed-term position in the NHS Grampian Gender Identity Clinic. The role involves providing specialist applied psychology services, clinical leadership, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. The position supports hybrid working and offers an attractive relocation allowance.

Benefits

Relocation Allowance up to £8,000

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience working within GIC services.
• Experience in leadership and strategic planning (advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Clinical work within GIC services.
• Leadership, supervision, and consultation within NHS Grampian.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Job description

Job Title: Consultant Clinical / Counselling Psychologist

We are seeking a dynamic individual to provide a highly specialist applied psychology service for the post of 0.5 WTE Fixed-term 12 months within NHS Grampian Gender Identity Clinic (GIC) Services. The successful candidate will have responsibilities for the provision and development of psychology services within GIC, as well as a clinical leadership role for the multidisciplinary GIC pathway.

Key Responsibilities

1. Clinical work within GIC services
2. Leadership, supervision, and consultation within NHS Grampian and partner agencies
3. Collaborate with professional groups and partner agencies in GIC services
4. Contribute to strategic planning and service development

Qualifications and Experience

• Significant post-qualification experience working within GIC services
• Experience in leadership and strategic planning (advantageous)

About the GIC

The GIC currently comprises a small multidisciplinary team across various health services. It has close links with D Clin Psych/Edinburgh University and offers placements for trainees. The service supports clinical and research interests with supervision frameworks.

Location and Benefits

Aberdeen is located in North East Scotland, with excellent connectivity via airport and a vibrant community offering outdoor activities, good schools, and a strong economy. Hybrid working is supported. An attractive relocation allowance of up to £8,000 is available. Interviews will be conducted remotely via MS Teams on June 4, 2025.

Additional Information

For further details, contact Dr. Judith Wishart at 01224 557130 or [e-mail].

Equal Opportunities

NHS Scotland is committed to diversity and encourages applications from all sections of society.