Relief Mental Health & Wellbeing Worker - Western Isles NOVA

NHS Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A national health service is seeking a compassionate individual to support bereaved people and assist those with mental health issues. The role is based in the Western Isles and requires effective communication and relationship-building skills. The position emphasizes continuous development and a supportive team environment, with employee benefits and training opportunities offered.

Benefits

Employee benefits

Training opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Driving license and access to a car are essential.
• Gaelic speaking is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Work within a team to offer early advice and help.
• Support individuals in the community with mild to moderate mental health issues.

Skills

Empathy

Good listening skills

Ability to build trust

Job description

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Client:

NHS Scotland

Location:

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

429edc463224

Job Views:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Norton Park, 57 Albion Road, Edinburgh, EH7 5QY

Location: Western Isles Services (Uist)

Relief hours as required

If you're looking for a rewarding career and to work within an inspirational team that really does make a difference, this is your opportunity to join our Western Isles service.

This service provides support for people who have been bereaved and need additional assistance. The post-holder will work within a team of Practitioners to offer early advice and help to individuals in the community, as well as support those with mild to moderate mental health issues.

This is a unique role requiring empathy, good listening skills, the ability to gain trust quickly, and build therapeutic relationships.

Driving license and access to a car are essential. Gaelic speaking is desirable but not required.

Please note: this role is based on Berneray, North Uist, Benbecula, South Uist, Eriskay, and Barra.

We support your growth and development! We will help you develop new skills, access learning opportunities, and put your continual learning into practice.

As a mental health charity, we value staff wellbeing. You'll join a friendly team that provides a supportive environment, including training to help you feel confident and equipped.

We offer a range of employee benefits and promise an inspiring environment with amazing colleagues daily. We will support your career development with new skills and learning opportunities.

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