NHS Lothian & Borders Staff Bank - ARTS THERAPISTS - BAND 6

NHS Lothian; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is looking for a dedicated Arts Psychotherapist to join their supplementary staffing team. This role involves providing compassionate and person-centered care through art, music, and drama therapies to a diverse range of clients. As part of a dynamic service, you'll have the opportunity to work flexibly, adapting to the needs of the community while contributing to a vital healthcare service. If you are passionate about arts therapy and want to make a difference in people's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate awareness of the Staff Bank function.
• Current registration details related to arts modality required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centered care as an Arts Psychotherapist.
• Work on an 'as and when required' basis with flexible shift patterns.

Skills

Teamwork

Compassionate Care

Person-Centered Care

Education

Relevant Educational Qualifications in Arts Modality

Job description

Arts Psychotherapist - Band 6

Interviews will be held at Comely Bank Centre on 18th June 2025.

We are seeking reliable and dependable supplementary staff for the role of Arts Psychotherapist. Candidates should be good team players and capable of providing compassionate, high-quality, person-centred care.

The Arts Therapies Service offers Art, Music, and Drama Therapy services to children, young people, adults, and older adults with complex needs across NHS Lothian and partner organizations, including local authority social care and third sector groups. Services may be provided within NHS venues or community facilities.

All Staff Bank roles are to cover temporary shortages across NHS Lothian. Interested candidates must demonstrate awareness of the Staff Bank function and a commitment to being part of our supplementary workforce. Applicants should include current registration details in their application and be prepared to present proof at interview, which will be held at the Comely Bank Centre. Relevant educational qualifications related to arts modality should be highlighted.

Work is allocated on an "as and when required" basis with various shift patterns to support flexible working. There are no guarantees of a fixed number of hours weekly, as this is a demand-led service. Bank workers can submit their availability in advance, and shifts can be booked online or by telephone through the Staff Bank office.

Informal Contacts

Supplementary Staffing Manager - Natalie McIntosh
Email: [e-mail]

Please note that successful candidates will be offered a contract for services; these are not permanent roles.

Data Protection

During our activities, we will collect, store, and process personal information about our staff, including applicants, employees, workers, volunteers, trainees, and work experience participants. For more information about data handling, please see the NHS Lothian Staff Privacy Notice available online.