Occupational Therapist Band 5

Cygnet (DH) Limited; Dundee; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Free meals for staff on duty

Group pension plan

NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card

Wellbeing centre

Job summary

Cygnet Wallace Hospital in Dundee is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join a specialist team delivering assessment and treatment for individuals with learning disabilities, with or without autistic spectrum disorder, and complex needs.

The role involves 40 hours per week, FTC until 14 December 2026, with supervision from a senior OT on site, and opportunities to contribute to personalised care pathways and professional development within a supportive multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Supervise by the specialist Occupational Therapist on site.
• Provide occupational therapy services for individuals with learning disabilities, with or without autistic spectrum disorder, and complex needs.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop personalised care pathways.

Job description

Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Would you like to explore a rewarding career experience as an Occupational Therapist? About Us Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988 as an independent provider of health and social care services in England, Scotland and Wales.

Your Role

Service Line: Learning Disabilities Summary of the role Job Title: Occupational Therapist Location: Cygnet Wallace Salary Range: £34,991 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week Contract: FTC with a set end date of 14/12/2026 Start Date: ASAP If mutually agreed the end date can be brought forward

Cygnet Wallace (Cygnet Wallace Hospital, DD3 9AG) Situated in a residential area of Dundee, Cygnet Wallace Hospital is an 18 bed specialist high dependency complex care service providing assessment and treatment for individuals with learning disabilities, with or without autistic spectrum disorder, as well as complex needs and behaviours.

We are proud to provide a specialist service focused on recovery, independence and positive outcomes for the individuals in our care. Our experienced multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to create personalised care pathways that support each person to reach their full potential. Our ever-evolving service offers a safe, therapeutic and structured environment, supported by experienced clinical leadership and a compassionate team.

Cygnet Wallace Hospital is located in the city of Dundee, which has an extensive array of community amenities to access, including leisure centres, social clubs, shops, colleges, and work placement settings. Service users can also enjoy walks and visits to the nearby botanical gardens and Discovery Quay.

The post holder will be supervised by the specialist Occupational Therapist on site.

Occupational Therapy Directorate

Under the leadership of our occupational therapy directors we support over 185 Occupational Therapists and over 300 OT support staff. Working together as a large team we provide support to each other across the group, with the opportunity to be part of specialist interest groups & become involved in service development.

Every service line has a clinical lead occupational therapist to lead and develop evidence based practice and agreed occupational therapy pathway. We ensure our occupational therapy team members have a voice through participating in service model development, utilising the expertise and support of our clinical lead occupational therapists.

Why Join Us

• We care about people in our services
• Expert clinical supervision with an occupational therapist
• Induction & service line training in area of specialism
• Dedicated CPD time for peer support, skill development and specialist training

We support and develop you to build skills and confidence for the next level in your career.

Benefits

• Free parking
• Free meals for staff on duty
• Group pension plan helping you save for your future
• NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card (includes big brand discounts)
• Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice

Plus much more… A career at Cygnet comes with excellent benefits. Whether it’s saving you money on the high street, with healthcare, holidays & leisure – or securing your future with professional development and a pension – we support you to be happy both in & out of work.

At Cygnet, we’ve been changing people’s lives for more than 30 years – thanks to our wide range of high-quality health services. Our care has our patients and residents at its heart and their wellness as its goal. We’re always set on positive, lasting outcomes.