Huntington's Disease Specialist
Job Description
Huntington's Disease Specialist
\nRegion: Greater Glasgow and Clyde
\nBase: Scottish Huntington’s Association, Business First, Burnbrae Road, Paisley, PA2 1FB. (Hybrid working)
\nDuration: Permanent
\nSalary: £34,543 – £38,216
\nHours: 36 hours per week (Negotiable for suitable candidate)
\nClosing date: Friday 14 August at noon
\nInterview date: w/c Monday 24 August 2026, Scottish Huntington’s Association, Paisley
\nAre you looking for a role in which you will improve the lives of families in your community? A role that enables you to work differently, build your knowledge and skills and feel valued by clients, colleagues and the organisation you work for?
\nIt’s an exciting time to be part of Scottish Huntington’s Association with the implementation of Standing Tall: A Strategy For Growth 2023 – 28 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.
\nWe are looking for a Health and Social Care professional to join our nationwide network of Huntington’s Disease Specialists to provide care management, specialist assessment and emotional support to individuals and families across Scotland.
\nWorking 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.
\nThe 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.
\nYou 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.
\nScottish Huntington’s Association is the only charity in Scotland dedicated exclusively to the care and support of individuals and families whose lives are impacted by Huntington’s disease, an incurable neurological condition with severe and complex physical, mental health and cognitive symptoms.
\nYou will find a values-driven organisation, founded by families for families and recognised at national and international levels for expertise in supporting the Huntington’s disease community.
\nGeneral
\nAll applicants must be able to demonstrate the right to work in the UK.
\nThe post will be subject to a four-month probationary period.
\nOut-of-pocket expenses including travel and mileage allowances will be paid on receipt of appropriate claim forms and invoices/receipts.
\nHow to apply
\nPlease complete the Application Form to tell us about who you are and your experience/impact in previous or current roles.
\nYou will find the Application Form, which includes a link to the Person Specification document, more information about the role, and the downloadable Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form in the vacancies section of our website.
\nPlease click 'Apply' to be re-directed to our website to view all application notes.
\nRegistered with and regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator No: SC010985. Scottish Huntington’s
\nAssociation is a wholly Scottish charity and is registered in Scotland as a company No: 121496. Registered Office:
\nBusiness First, Burnbrae Road, Paisley, PA1 2FB
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