Occupational Therapy Support Worker

NHS Tayside; Dundee; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a dedicated Occupational Therapy Support Worker at a leading healthcare provider. This role involves working within a multidisciplinary team at the Carseview Centre, supporting in-patients with mental health challenges. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal skills, a commitment to teamwork, and a passion for delivering high-quality care. Join a values-driven organization that emphasizes dignity, respect, and compassion, ensuring every employee can thrive in a supportive environment. If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of others, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Structured staff review system

Regular in-service training

Personal and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Open, approachable, and responsible individual.
• Ability to support excellent team working.

Responsibilities

• Support recovery-focused service delivery in a multidisciplinary team.
• Comply with the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Education

Relevant Health Care Qualification

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Location: Carseview Centre, Dundee

Position: General Adult Psychiatry - Part time (30 hours) Occupational Therapy Support Worker - Band 3

Salary Scale: £26,869 - £28,998 per annum pro-rata

We have an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapy Support Worker to join our occupational team at the Carseview Centre. Carseview provides and supports recovery-focused services for in-patients with acute and/or enduring mental health problems.

We are looking for a committed individual who enjoys working in a challenging environment as part of a multidisciplinary team and contributing to recovery-focused service delivery. Essential qualities include being open, approachable, responsible, and able to support excellent team working and interpersonal relationships to develop high performance and ensure the best care experience.

About NHS Tayside: NHS Tayside is a Values-Based Organisation, committed to the values of NHS Scotland:

• Dignity and Respect
• Openness, Honesty, and Responsibility
• Quality and Teamwork
• Care and Compassion

We offer a structured staff review system and are committed to regular in-service training and personal and professional development. The post will be supervised by the Lead Occupational Therapist for adult inpatient mental health at Carseview.

Inquiries: Informal inquiries can be directed to Kerry Malaney, Lead Occupational Therapist, at Carseview, 01382 423018.

Hours of Work: 30 hours per week

You will be required to comply with the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland throughout your employment.

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