Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner – NHS Dumfries & Galloway
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner to join our Mental Health and Learning Disability Occupational Therapy team at Annan Health Centre. The successful candidate will be co‑located with the OT situated in the same building and form part of the wider OT service within NHS Dumfries and Galloway.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the clinical team to provide person‑centred interventions and group work programmes.
* Work with wider third‑sector, community teams and support agencies/networks.
Training & Development
We will provide specific training and development to meet your needs.
Requirements
* A current driving licence is an essential requirement. If you have a disability that precludes you from holding a driving licence, consideration will be given if alternative transport can be arranged.
Location
Dumfries and Galloway is a beautiful, rural region known for its rugged coastline, rolling hills, and forests. It offers a range of outdoor activities such as hiking and mountain biking, as well as a rich cultural history with sites such as Sweetheart Abbey and Galloway Forest Park. The area boasts Scotland’s first Dark Skies Park, scenic landscapes, and affordable housing, making it an ideal and tranquil place to live while providing opportunities for a great work‑life balance.
Contact
Informal enquiries: rebecca.glassman@nhs.scot
Equality and Diversity
NHS Dumfries & Galloway is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community.
Public Protection
Public protection practice focuses on the recognition and management of risk in order to prevent or reduce harm to children, young people, and adults. All public protection legislation and NHS Dumfries & Galloway policies are founded on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and the European Convention on Human Rights.
Information for International Candidates
Only candidates with a legal right to work in the UK or who can provide a qualifying visa for sponsorship before providing their application may apply. The post is not eligible for sponsorship of bank contracts. Professional registration with the UK council (e.g., NMC, HCPC, GMC, GDC) is required.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Health Care Provider
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