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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:
We are looking for a Band 5 Occupational Therapist to work within our Mental Health Services with our integrated multi‑disciplinary teams to help individuals improve wellbeing, independence and daily functioning through graded, evidence‑based OT interventions. In the South Glasgow Community Mental Health Team, you will assess functional ability, identify support needs, manage a varied caseload and contribute to recovery‑focused care for adults with complex mental health difficulties, working closely with carers, colleagues and third‑sector partners.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
Full‑time, permanent.
Shift pattern, Monday - Friday, 9 am to 5 pm
Base location, Festival Business Centre, Unit G7 and G8
Key responsibilities:
Mental health assessment — delivering occupational therapy assessments for adults with mental health difficulties.
Intervention delivery — providing individual and group treatment programmes.
Communication — using effective verbal and written communication across the multidisciplinary team.
Professional development — engaging in supervision, training, and ongoing CPD.
Compliance — meeting PVG/Disclosure Scotland requirements and participating in pre‑employment checks.
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
Occupational therapy qualification — Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy.
HCPC registration — current or pending.
Mental health knowledge — understanding of adult mental health conditions and appropriate interventions.
Driving licence — desirable but not essential.
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:
Fiona Brown, Lead Occupational Therapist - Fiona.Brown4@nhs.scot - 0141 232 4750
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