Pre-registration Supernumerary Genetic Counsellor
At a glance
- Band
- Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Hours / week
- 36
- Posted
- 01/09/2026
- Closes
- 08/09/2026
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Role summary
This is a full-time Pre-Registration Genetic Counsellor post within the South East Scotland Genetic Service in Edinburgh. The successful candidate will undertake a fully funded 3-year Masters in Genetic & Genomic Counselling through Cardiff University, primarily via distance learning with some in-person training blocks. The role involves working under supervision to deliver clinical services and build a portfolio for HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist-Genomic Counsellor. This is an Annex 21 training post, meaning pay will be a percentage of the full Band 7 rate during training.
Key responsibilities
- Undertake the NHS Scotland post-graduate training scheme for Genetic & Genomic Counselling.
- Build a portfolio of evidence for assessment and subsequent registration with the Health and Care Professions Council as a Clinical Scientist- Genomic Counsellor.
- Complete a fully funded 3 year Masters in Genetic & Genomic Counselling through Cardiff University.
- Work under supervision as part of a team of Genetic Counsellors.
- Deliver a comprehensive clinical service including the provision of outreach clinics.
Essential criteria
- Eligibility to Clinical Scientist Genetic Counselling training.
- Minimum 2:1 entry of BSc Hons in a relevant subject (biological or biomedical science, social science, nursing or psychology) OR NMC nurse / midwife with a relevant experience.
- 6 months full time equivalent (approx. 800hrs) NHS or community health or care work experience with references.
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 7 at £46,148 – £52,809 a year, across England.
This advert: £52,845 – £61,466 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Job reference:
258398
Salary:
Band 7 (£52,845 - £61,466)
Job closing date:
08/09/2026
Job Type:
Healthcare Sciences
Location:
Western General Hospital
Employment type:
Permanent
Hours Per Week:
36
Job posted date:
01/09/2026
Employer (NHS Board):
NHS Lothian
Department:
Clinical Genetics - Cell and Gene Sciences
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