Occupational Therapy Clinical Support Worker Mental Health

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

27 days annual leave (increasing with

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking a Band 3 Occupational Therapy Clinical Support Worker to join the North East Inpatient Mental Health team at Stobhill Mental Health Campus in Glasgow.

You will assist qualified occupational therapists, support therapeutic activities on wards, conduct home visits and community work, and participate in group and individual sessions to aid patient rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• HNC in Occupational Therapy or equivalent qualifications/experience.
• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Flexible and highly motivated for ward-based, home and community work.
• Full driving licence is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of occupational therapy services across North East inpatient wards.
• Assist with ward-based therapeutic activities, home visits and community work.
• Facilitate individual and group activities to support rehabilitation.
• Receive regular clinical supervision to develop skills.

Skills

HNC in Occupational Therapy

Driving Licence

Communication skills

Education

HNC in Occupational Therapy

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 3 Occupational Therapy Clinical Support Worker to join the North East Inpatient Mental Health team at Stobhill Mental Health Campus in Glasgow. You will work alongside occupational therapists who provide specialist assessments and will receive supervision and support to develop your clinical skills. You will support ward‑based therapeutic activities, home visits and community work as prescribed by a qualified occupational therapist, facilitating both group and individual sessions. The team works across adult acute admissions, older people’s mental health and rehabilitation services.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (COS).

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Base: Stobhill Hospital, 133 Balornock Road, Glasgow, G21 3UW
• Hours: 28.8 hours per week
• Working pattern: Monday to Friday, over four days from 08:30 to 16:30 and one day from 08:30 to 15:00
• This is a permanent post

Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part time hours.

Key responsibilities:

You will support the delivery of occupational therapy services across the North East inpatient mental health wards, including adult acute admissions, older people’s mental health and rehabilitation. Working under the direction of qualified occupational therapists, you will assist with therapeutic activities on the wards, home visits and community‑based work as prescribed by the occupational therapist.

You will facilitate individual and group activities to support patients’ therapeutic needs and contribute to their care and rehabilitation. You will receive regular clinical supervision and support to develop your skills and practice.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• You should have an HNC in Occupational Therapy or equivalent qualifications and/or experience.
• You should be highly motivated and flexible.
• You should have excellent communication and written skills.
• Previous experience working as an Occupational Therapy Support Worker is desirable.
• You will receive regular clinical supervision and support for your professional development.
• A full driving licence is essential for this role.

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom‑based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

This post may require a satisfactory PVG Scheme record check.

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde recognises the importance of work‑life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full‑time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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