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Band 6 Occupational Therapist
Location: Inverurie Community Campus / North Aberdeen City
Hours: Full‑time (37 hours/week)
Contract: Fixed Term 11 months (Maternity Cover)
About The Role
We’re looking for a passionate and skilled occupational therapist to join our dynamic Child Development Team within NHS Grampian’s Combined Child Health service. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families across Aberdeen City and Central Aberdeenshire. Whether you’re an experienced paediatric therapist or bring transferrable skills from another area, we welcome your application. Training and support will be provided to help you thrive in this role.
Responsibilities
* Deliver high‑quality assessments and therapy programmes for children with a wide range of conditions and complex needs.
* Work across diverse settings including homes, schools, and clinics.
* Collaborate within a supportive, multi‑disciplinary team based in a modern, purpose‑built therapy department.
* Cover caseloads primarily in Aberdeen City, Inverurie, and Central Aberdeenshire, with occasional travel to Fraserburgh.
* Provide cover to the Occupational Therapy service within RACH as required.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Full UK driving licence, access to a car for work purposes.
* Registered with HCPC.
Benefits & Opportunities
* Flexible working policy.
* Supportive team culture.
* Regular supervision and CPD opportunities via TURAS.
* Purpose‑built therapy facilities.
* Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Additional Information for Candidates
As a disability‑confident employer we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, contact our recruitment team at gram.recruitment@nhs.scot.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the interview in person. Alternative arrangements or adjustments will be considered in the event circumstances may prevent attending in person to ensure it is inclusive and accessible to all.
Posts close at midnight on the indicated date unless the advert states otherwise. The post may close early due to volume of applications.
Interview Details
Interviews will be conducted in person in Aberdeen or Inverurie on 15 or 16 December.
Contact
Fiona Wyllie, Senior Occupational Therapist
01467 672771 or 01224 710775
Sara Wilson, Lead Occupational Therapist RACH
01224 550593
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