Practitioner Psychologist - Learning Disabilities

Job Title: Locum Psychologist – Learning Disabilities & Complex Needs Location: Cheshire Working Hours: 2 days per week (Monday–Friday, daytime hours) Salary: Attractive rates (PAYE or approved umbrella only) Start Date: ASAP End Date: Ongoing

Are you a qualified Psychologist with experience in mental health and learning disabilities? Pulse is recruiting for a Locum Psychologist to work across three specialist residential services supporting adults with learning disabilities, behaviours that challenge, and associated complex needs. This is a part-time opportunity (2 days per week) to join a well-established multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and contribute to person-centred care in a social care setting.

Responsibilities

As a Locum Psychologist, you will :

Provide psychological input across three (local) residential services

Deliver specialist psychological assessments, formulations, and interventions.

Work collaboratively with the MDT to support care planning and risk management.

Contribute to service users’ wellbeing through evidence-based approaches.

Support staff teams with psychologically informed strategies and consultation.

Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to service development.

Benefits

Attractive locum rates

Flexible daytime working (Mon–Fri)

Ongoing contract

Supportive MDT environment

Opportunity to work across diverse settings

Weekly payroll via PAYE or approved umbrella companies

Qualifications and Experience

We welcome applications from candidates who meet the following criteria:

HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist

Experience working with adults with learning disabilities and complex needs

Strong understanding of mental health and behavioural support

Ability to work across multiple sites and collaborate with MDTs

Excellent communication and formulation skills

If you don’t meet every requirement but feel passionate about this role, we still encourage you to apply – we value potential and commitment.

How to Apply

Click “Apply” via the Pulse website to submit your CV. A member of our recruitment team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.

Why Work with Pulse?

Pulse is a trusted healthcare recruitment partner offering:

Exclusive locum roles across the UK

Personalised support throughout your placement

Expert compliance and onboarding assistance

Weekly payroll and flexible working options

Reasonable Adjustments

We are committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages, please let us know — we’re here to support you.