NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Succoth Ward, Acute Mental Health Inpatient ward in Argyll and Bute would welcome and invite applications from enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about quality and compassionate care. The position offers the ability to work with our in-patient group to provide meaningful activity and enhance their experience during their hospital stay.
The position is for 20 hours per week, this will be late afternoon/early evening Monday to Friday.
The ward currently has 16 beds and accepts admissions from within Argyll and Bute to meet the needs of patients with varied and complex mental health issues.
The team is Multidisciplinary and dynamic with onsite occupational therapy input and liaison with Community mental health and crisis teams in various locations.
Argyll and Bute is a rural location that offers fantastic views and scope for outdoor activities suiting both single and families alike. Working in a remote and rural area like Argyll & Bute, offers a unique opportunity to work within dynamic teams with beautiful scenery, in some of the most beautiful and breath-taking landscapes in the UK.
For informal enquiries please contact collette.duffy@nhs.scot
This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa.
NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
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NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.
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Care and compassion
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