Learning Disabilities OT - Band 6 (Fixed Term)

NHS National Services Scotland; Achnasheen; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is seeking a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join the Learning Disabilities Service in West Lothian on a 12-month fixed-term, part-time basis. You will assess and treat adults with complex needs, working within a multidisciplinary team across Edinburgh and West Lothian.

The role requires HCPC registration and a Degree in Occupational Therapy, with strong teamwork and communication skills essential for successful service delivery within the MDT.

Qualifications

• Registered Occupational Therapist with HCPC.
• Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration within MDTs.
• Experience in learning disabilities services or complex caseloads desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and implement interventions for adults with learning disabilities.
• Collaborate with MDT colleagues to plan care and ensure safe, effective delivery.
• Utilise standardised OT assessments (e.g., AMPS/MOHO) and provide patient-centred therapy.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Clinical assessment

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

Job description

NHS Scotland is seeking a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join the Learning Disabilities Service in West Lothian on a 12-month fixed-term, part-time basis. You will assess and treat adults with complex needs, working within a multidisciplinary team across Edinburgh and West Lothian.

The role requires HCPC registration and a Degree in Occupational Therapy, with strong teamwork and communication skills essential for successful service delivery within the MDT.