Occupational Therapist - Learning Disabilities
Join to apply for the Occupational Therapist - Learning Disabilities role at NHS Scotland. We are looking for a dynamic Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our Learning Disabilities (LD) Service. The Learning Disability Service provides input to 3 Community Learning Disability Teams across Forth Valley and to the inpatient unit at Lochview in Larbert.
The post is ideal for those looking to develop their skills and experience and will be based alongside senior Occupational Therapy staff who will provide supervision and support.
Responsibilities
The LD Occupational Therapists work alongside health and social care colleagues to improve health outcomes and address inequalities for people with a learning disability living within Forth Valley. They work with people with a learning disability in order to enable them to participate in daily life, which can improve their health, independence and well‑being.
LD Occupational therapists provide evidence‑based clinical assessment, intervention and advice to develop an individual’s skills in everyday activities (occupations) within their home, work, and community environments.
The LD service in Forth Valley is innovative: there will be opportunities to work collaboratively to improve service delivery and to be involved in quality improvement projects.
Qualifications
A BSc in Occupational Therapy, HCPC registration, and the ability and willingness to travel throughout the area of service delivery are essential for this post.
The duties of this post require the successful candidate to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. More information on this scheme can be found at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk.
Contact Information
Informal enquiries to:
* Karen Whitehead, Occupational Therapy Team Lead LD – 01259 290145
* Karen Cieslar, Advanced Practice Occupational Therapist – 01324 574331
Our Recruitment Office can be reached at 0330 041 4694.
EEO Statement
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. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Notes on sponsorship: Applicants who require sponsorship to work in the UK should carefully review the eligibility criteria for the Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker visa routes. NHS Forth Valley can offer sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. For further information on visa requirements and sponsorship eligibility, please refer to UK Government guidance.
Seniority level: Entry level. Employment type: Full‑time.
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