Therapeutic Activity Worker – Adult Mental Health
Join our team as a Band 3 Therapeutic Activity Worker. This role is vital in supporting patient recovery by delivering meaningful, person‑centred therapeutic activities that promote engagement, wellbeing and positive mental health.
Role Overview
You will be part of a multidisciplinary team on an adult mental health ward, delivering and supporting a variety of structured and informal therapeutic activities—including one‑to‑one and group settings—within a safe, respectful, and recovery‑focused environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan and deliver therapeutic activities tailored to patient needs, such as guided walks, stress‑management and relaxation sessions, sleep‑hygiene planning, arts, crafts and creative expression, mindfulness, music and reminiscence‑based sessions.
* Collaborate with nursing, occupational therapy and medical staff to identify and support patient activity goals.
* Build therapeutic relationships that encourage engagement, motivation and recovery.
* Facilitate safe and inclusive groups, maintaining clear boundaries and appropriate interactions at all times.
* Contribute to care planning, reviews and documentation as appropriate.
What We Offer
* A supportive and inclusive team environment.
* On‑the‑job training and development opportunities.
* The chance to make a meaningful difference in patients’ recovery journeys.
Who We’re Looking For
* Someone who is kind, patient and confident in engaging people with complex needs.
* A good communicator who can motivate, encourage and connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
* Experience in a health or social care setting is desirable, particularly in mental health or therapeutic roles.
* Creativity, adaptability and a willingness to bring energy and enthusiasm to the role every day.
To arrange an informal visit please contact Sarah Benson at 0141 531 3234 or by email on lee.munro@nhs.scot. Information on how to contact Recruitment Services can be found in the candidate information pack.
Information for candidates: NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde – NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have. By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
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Equal Opportunities
All applicants will receive consideration in accordance with the Employment Equality Act 2010 (EEA), which protects individuals from discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates.
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