The closing date for this job has now passed.

Job reference: 116321
Salary: Band 8D (£88,385- £92,424)
Job closing date: 07/09/2022
Job Type: Other Therapeutic
Location: The State Hospital
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Job posted date: 24/08/2022
Employer (NHS Board): The State Hospital
Department: Psychology

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Head of Psychology


AfC Band 8D plus a High Secure Environmental Allowance of £1,390.20 per annum and a High Secure Clinical Responsibility Allowance of £3,336.48 per annum


Hours – 37.5 per week


Contract Duration – Permanent



Post Details – This is an excellent opportunity for highly skilled and motivated individuals who are looking for senior leadership posts. This post provides scope to further develop psychological services within our high secure forensic setting and continue to develop the skills and expertise of our staff.


Experience – The post holder will demonstrate an ability to provide professional leadership/management at service and directorate level. Have some experience in policy development, service change and improvement. In addition, an ability to represent their profession and the organization at a strategic level both locally and nationally.


Closing Date – The closing date for applications is 7th September 2022.  For an informal discussion please contact Karen McCaffrey, Director of Nursing and Operations, on 01555842002



If you have any queries or require assistance regarding the application form or recruitment process, please contact the HR Team on tsh.jobs@nhs.scot to discuss your requirements.


Please note we anticipate a high level of interest in this position therefore we may close the vacancy prior to the closing date once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Please ensure you complete and submit your online application at an early stage to avoid disappointment.


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.


Please note that due to current restrictions in place for COVID-19, all interviews will be conducted via videoconferencing (Microsoft Teams).

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