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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The role:
You must have a valid HCPC pin to be considered for this post.
We are looking for an Advanced Specialist Occupational Therapist with expertise, skills, and postgraduate training in learning disabilities and or neurodevelopmental conditions to become part of our dynamic and committed Specialist Children’s Services Occupational Therapy team. In this fulfilling role, you’ll be an essential member of our Occupational Therapy Leadership Team, leading innovative initiatives in a multidisciplinary setting. We value your specialist knowledge and expertise as well as your passion for working with children, young people and their carers. We’re seeking applicants who combine clinical proficiency with an enthusiastic, forward-thinking approach for our growing service.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
- Location to be confirmed with the successful candidate
- Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:00
- Fixed-term until 10th January 2028
- Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part time hours
Key responsibilities:
This position follows the guidelines set out in Transforming Roles Paper 9: Allied Health Professions Advanced Practice, highlighting advanced clinical knowledge, leadership, education, and research to deliver high-quality, person-focused care. As an Advanced Practice Occupational Therapist with experience in learning disabilities and neurodevelopmental conditions, you will play a key role in shaping our services, driving innovation, and supporting your colleagues through mentorship and collaboration. Your leadership and dedication will have a direct impact on better outcomes for children and young people with complex needs, ensuring care is informed by current evidence and best practices.
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
We support your professional development with a thorough induction that covers both Occupational Therapy-specific and cross-disciplinary perspectives, ongoing CPD opportunities, dedicated supervision, and a culture focused on reflective practice and evidence-based care. You’ll also play a crucial part in developing future practitioners through our student placement programme, sharing your expert insights and skills.
Whether you’re aiming for career advancement or seeking a new direction, we recognise the unique skills and experience you offer. If you are HCPC registered and eager to apply your expertise in learning disabilities and neurodevelopmental disorders to an exciting opportunity, we encourage you to get in touch. Most importantly, your communication skills and ability to connect with children, young people, and their carers will set you apart.
What we offer:
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
- A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
- Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
- Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact:
OT Care Group Lead, Naomi Naismith, naomi.naismith@nhs.scot, 0141 201 0808
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
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