Occupational Therapist

NHS National Services Scotland; Lerwick; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Distant Island Allowance

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

NHS National Services Scotland invites applications for an Occupational Therapist (Band 5) based at Gilbert Bain Hospital, Shetland. This fixed term, full-time post (36 hours per week) offers a salary range of £34,544–£43,039 per annum, with Distant Island Allowance of £2,578 and relocation assistance up to £8,000.

The role provides experience in a general ward within Acute Services, suitable for new graduates or those seeking new experience, with the post likely to be extended beyond the

Job description

Occupational Therapist (Ref: 257166)

Fixed term until 31/03/27

Full Time – 36 hours per week

Band 5 - Salary Range £34,544 – 43,039 per annum

Distant Island Allowance of £2,578 per annum

Relocation Assistance of up to £8000 available

An opportunity has arisen for a fixed term, full-time Band 5 Occupational Therapy post within Acute Services in the Gilbert Bain Hospital. This is a great opportunity for a new graduate or someone looking for experience in a general ward setting. Although fixed term at present, this post is likely to be extended beyond the current date. The post sits as part of a hospital based multi-disciplinary team, and is supported by other staff within the Occupational Therapy Service.

This contract is for a fixed-term period until 31st March 2027, to cover the secondment of another member of the team. If you wish to apply for this post as a secondment opportunity, you will need to discuss with your line manager before submitting an application.

Rise to the challenge and enjoy the opportunity - Shetland is a wonderful place to live and work. Shetland offers low pollution, low crime, excellent schools, great leisure facilities, unique wildlife and amazing scenery, whilst still only a short flight away from the UK mainland. To find out more about living and working in Shetland go to www.shetland.org and/or https://www.shetland.org/life

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service.

For an informal discussion, please contact Lorna Willis, Head of Occupational Therapy on 01595 744319 or Jen Roberts, Senior OT, on 01595 733022.

Closing date: Sunday 13th September 2026

Interview date: Tuesday 6th October 2026 TBC

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Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment being made.

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