Fixed term 12 months
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: We anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, please ensure you complete and submit your application early.
The Lothian Parent and Infant Relationship Service (PAIRS) is a small, multidisciplinary team supporting parent-infant relationships in the first three years of life to promote optimal infant mental health. We provide assessment, formulation, and a range of evidence-based group and one-to-one interventions for infants and their parents/carers. We also support professionals and services through training, consultation, and reflective practice.
We are recruiting a Community Nursery Nurse to support our therapeutic one-to-one and group interventions, and to work with our Third Sector partners in the community to offer Infant Mental Health drop-in sessions and co-deliver groups.
This post is available as a full-time position or as a job share for part-time hours.
For informal enquiries, please contact Dr. Sarah Baillie, Principal Clinical Psychologist / Team Lead at sarah.baillie@nhs.scot, or Dr. Kirsten Coull, Consultant Clinical Psychologist / Clinical Lead at kirsten.coull@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk.
Interviews are scheduled for 10th July 2025 via Teams.
This role requires PVG Scheme membership/record. If the candidate is not currently a PVG member for the required regulatory group, an application must be made to Disclosure Scotland and approved before employment begins.
Our Nursing and Midwifery Strategic Plan outlines our vision, ambitions, and values to deliver excellent care. We focus on a collaborative, person-centered approach and are committed to diversity and inclusion. We aim to support your career development through clinical education, induction, preceptorship, and leadership opportunities.
Recruitment is based on values and competencies aligned with our Strategic Plan. Interview questions are shared in advance, and a selection can be found on our Careers site: How to Apply – NHS Lothian Careers.
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