Consultant Clinical Psychologist (Adults)inIsle Of WhithorninIsle Of WhithornPUBLISHED SAT 22 MAR 2025
Band 8C £83,837 - £89,866
MENTAL HEALTH MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS
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Competitive salary range of £83,837 - £89,866 along with a Distant Islands Allowance.
Permanent position offering job stability in a rewarding field.
Opportunity to lead and deliver clinical psychology services to adults in the beautiful Western Isles.
Flexible working options including remote work to accommodate different lifestyle preferences.
Engagement in multi-disciplinary team working, enhancing professional collaboration and learning.
Access to continual professional development opportunities and training in evidence-based approaches.
Unique lifestyle benefits associated with living in the Western Isles, including a close-knit community and stunning natural surroundings.
Join NHS Scotland as a Consultant Clinical Psychologist (Adults) and make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals in the beautiful Western Isles. We're searching for a passionate professional to lead the delivery of vital psychology services for adults, including those facing learning disabilities and complex mental health challenges. If you hold a doctoral qualification in clinical psychology and have substantial experience in the field, we want to hear from you. Your expertise in person-centred and evidence-based approaches will be valued in our collaborative, supportive team environment.
This permanent role offers a competitive salary of £83,837 - £89,866, along with a £1,349 Distant Islands Allowance for those relocating. We recognise the importance of flexibility in today's world, so we can accommodate remote working options, making NHS Western Isles an attractive choice for those who balance their career with personal commitments. You’ll need a full UK driving licence and a willingness to travel to the Isles quarterly. If you're ready to embrace a life-changing opportunity and enjoy the unique lifestyle the Western Isles have to offer, please reach out to Mike Hutchison at mike.hutchison3@nhs.scot. Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in the heart of Scotland!
This permanent role offers a competitive salary of £83,837 - £89,866, along with a £1,349 Distant Islands Allowance for those relocating. We recognise the importance of flexibility in today's world, so we can accommodate remote working options, making NHS Western Isles an attractive choice for those who balance their career with personal commitments. You’ll need a full UK driving licence and a willingness to travel to the Isles quarterly. If you're ready to embrace a life-changing opportunity and enjoy the unique lifestyle the Western Isles have to offer, please reach out to Mike Hutchison at mike.hutchison3@nhs.scot. Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in the heart of Scotland!
Competitive salary range of £83,837 - £89,866 along with a Distant Islands Allowance.
Permanent position offering job stability in a rewarding field.
Opportunity to lead and deliver clinical psychology services to adults in the beautiful Western Isles.
Flexible working options including remote work to accommodate different lifestyle preferences.
Engagement in multi-disciplinary team working, enhancing professional collaboration and learning.
Access to continual professional development opportunities and training in evidence-based approaches.
Unique lifestyle benefits associated with living in the Western Isles, including a close-knit community and stunning natural surroundings.
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Mental Health Service, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, HS1 2AF
Consultant Clinical Psychologist - Adults
Band 8C £83,837 - £89,866
Plus £1,349 Distant Islands Allowance (if re-locating)
37 Hours per Week
Permanent Post
We are looking forward to working with somebody who can lead in the provision and delivery of clinical psychology for people of adult age living in the Western Isles. With a post-graduate doctoral level training in clinical psychology, you will have substantial experience in working with people of adult age, including learning disabilities. In addition to being committed to person centred approaches, you should also have considerable experience in using evidence based approaches for people with challenging behaviour and complex mental health difficulties. You should have a track record in effective multi-disciplinary/agency team working as well as staff training, and a good understanding of relevant policy and legislation.
We are hoping to recruit a suitable candidate who is keen to live in Western Isles and enjoy the unique experience that island life has to offer. However, we appreciate that for some staff living in Western Isles permanently may not be an option. We are able to offer flexibility, with remote working options, which makes NHS Western Isles an attractive employer. Interested? You will be expected to travel to the western isles on a quarterly basis and meet the cost of travel and accommodation. Why not get in touch?
Applicants must be car drivers and in possession of a full UK driving licence.
For further information regarding this post, please contact Mike Hutchison -
The successful applicant will be required to register with the PVG Scheme (Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme). This post is not eligible for relocation expenses.
All NHS Western Isles vacancies appear on the NHS Scotland website: apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk, along with a job description.
Tha beàrnan-obrach NHS Eilean Siar uile gu léir a' nochdadh air làrach-lìn NHS na h-Alba www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliGij2 còmhla ri dealbh-obrach.
If you have any further queries, please contact Tel: .
CLOSING DATE: 04/04/2025
Mental Health Service, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, HS1 2AF
Consultant Clinical Psychologist - Adults
Band 8C £83,837 - £89,866
Plus £1,349 Distant Islands Allowance (if re-locating)
37 Hours per Week
Permanent Post
We are looking forward to working with somebody who can lead in the provision and delivery of clinical psychology for people of adult age living in the Western Isles. With a post-graduate doctoral level training in clinical psychology, you will have substantial experience in working with people of adult age, including learning disabilities. In addition to being committed to person centred approaches, you should also have considerable experience in using evidence based approaches for people with challenging behaviour and complex mental health difficulties. You should have a track record in effective multi-disciplinary/agency team working as well as staff training, and a good understanding of relevant policy and legislation.
We are hoping to recruit a suitable candidate who is keen to live in Western Isles and enjoy the unique experience that island life has to offer. However, we appreciate that for some staff living in Western Isles permanently may not be an option. We are able to offer flexibility, with remote working options, which makes NHS Western Isles an attractive employer. Interested? You will be expected to travel to the western isles on a quarterly basis and meet the cost of travel and accommodation. Why not get in touch?
Applicants must be car drivers and in possession of a full UK driving licence.
For further information regarding this post, please contact Mike Hutchison -
The successful applicant will be required to register with the PVG Scheme (Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme). This post is not eligible for relocation expenses.
All NHS Western Isles vacancies appear on the NHS Scotland website: apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk, along with a job description.
Tha beàrnan-obrach NHS Eilean Siar uile gu léir a' nochdadh air làrach-lìn NHS na h-Alba www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliGij2 còmhla ri dealbh-obrach.
If you have any further queries, please contact Tel: .
CLOSING DATE: 04/04/2025
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