Learning Disabilities Psychologist - Part-time, Dundee

Pulse Healthcare; Dundee; On-site; GBP 83,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

Pulse Healthcare is recruiting an experienced Psychologist to work with adults with learning disabilities, autistic spectrum disorder and complex presentations in a specialist inpatient setting in Dundee. This is a part-time locum opportunity (3 days per week) with excellent clinical exposure and a supportive MDT.

The role starts mid‑March 2026 and runs until a permanent appointment is made, offering flexible working and attractive rates.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist.
• Experience with learning disabilities.
• Experience with complex presentations and autistic spectrum disorder.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological assessment, formulation and intervention for adults with learning disabilities and/or autism.
• 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.

Skills

HCPC registration

Learning disabilities

Complex presentations

Autistic spectrum disorder

Job description

Pulse Healthcare is recruiting an experienced Psychologist to work with adults with learning disabilities, autistic spectrum disorder and complex presentations in a specialist inpatient setting in Dundee. This is a part-time locum opportunity (3 days per week) with excellent clinical exposure and a supportive MDT.

The role starts mid‑March 2026 and runs until a permanent appointment is made, offering flexible working and attractive rates.