Huntington's Disease Specialists x3

Region: West of Scotland (Greater Glasgow and Clyde; Lanarkshire; and Ayrshire & Arran)

Base: Scottish Huntington's Association, Business First, Burnbrae Road, Paisley Hybrid working model (combination of office/home-based)

Duration: Permanent

Salary: £33,537 to £37,103 (pro rata as per 36 hour week)

Hours: 30 (negotiable for the right candidate/s)

Candidates: Applications welcome from professionals from medical, health and social care backgrounds.

Are you looking for a role in which you will improve the lives of families in your community? One that enables you to work differently, build your knowledge and skills and feel valued by clients, colleagues and the organisation you work for?

We are looking for medical or Health and Social Care professionals to join our nationwide network of Huntington’s Disease Specialists who provide care management, specialist assessment and emotional support to individuals and families across Scotland.

Working in partnership with local Health and Social Care teams, you will also provide advice, training and education to professionals and voluntary agencies involved in all aspects of Huntington’s disease care.

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and motivated to have a positive influence on the quality of life of the individuals and families they support. This role is open to medical and health and social care staff from backgrounds such as nursing, allied health, social work and medicine. Professional body membership is essential. Previous experience of Huntington’s disease is advantageous but not essential as full training will be provided.

You should be able to work autonomously in this challenging and rewarding position. Good listening, communication and interpersonal skills are vital, as are excellent time keeping and caseload management abilities. Community-based practice knowledge, a driving licence and use of a car complete our list of essential criteria. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced disclosure check.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer benefits including flexible working practices, a generous leave allowance totalling 37 days (25 days annual leave and 12 days public holidays, pro-rata), a competitive contribution pension scheme and incremental pay increases (pro rata) to top of scale.

About Scottish Huntington’s Association

At Scottish Huntington’s Association you will find a values-driven organisation, founded by families for families and recognised at national and international levels for its expertise.

Our services reduce unnecessary hospital admissions, support carers and other family members; lower household poverty; and alleviate wellbeing risks to children and young people living in Huntington’s families. We are commissioned by NHS Boards and Health and Social Care Partnerships throughout the country to share our knowledge and skills with frontline staff and build support for improved services and higher standards of care for every family impacted by this devastating disease.

Scottish Huntington’s Association also plays a full and active role in attracting the global research community to Scotland to work in partnership with us to improve the lives of families impacted by Huntington’s disease.

It’s an exciting time to join us with the implementation of Standing Tall: A Strategy For Growth 2023 – 28 which aims to transform the care and support of Huntington’s families, expand services, raise awareness, and deepen our involvement and support for world-leading research and clinical trials.

How to apply

Please complete the Application Form to tell us about who you are and your experience/impact in previous or current roles.

You will find the Application Form, which includes a link to the Person Specification and Role Description documents, guidance for applicants and the downloadable Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form in the vacancies section of our website at https://hdscotland.org/volunteering/vacancies/.

Email your application, including the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form, with a subject line of Huntington’s Disease Specialist (WoS) to recruitment@hdscotland.org. You are also welcome to send informal enquiries to recruitment@hdscotland.org. Scottish Huntington’s Association is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment.

Closing date for applications: Friday 14 February 2025 at noon

Interviews: From Monday 3 March 2025

Location: Scottish Huntington’s Association, Business First, Burnbrae Road, Paisley, PA1 2FB

Find out more about Huntington’s disease and the work of Scottish Huntington’s Association at hdscotland.org.