Occupational Therapist
| Company: | NHS Shetland Board |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Lerwick, ZE1 0XY |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 3 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 23 Aug 2026 |
Summary
Occupational Therapist Intermediate Care Team (Ref: 254352)
Substantive
Full Time – 36 hours per week
Band 6 - Salary Range £43,231- £52,679 per annum
Distant Island Allowance of £2,578 per annum
Relocation Assistance of up to £8000 available
The Intermediate Care Team provides rehabilitation and reablement to the population of the Shetland Islands aged 18 and over, with the majority of the caseload being older people with a variety of complex conditions.
The post holder will work primarily within the community setting in client’s homes and in Local Authority provided care homes.
HCPC registered, you will hold a degree or equivalent qualification in Occupational Therapy and a minimum of 3 years clinical experience with a highly developed understanding of Occupational Therapy. In addition you will need to be able to demonstrate experience of assessing and developing Occupational Therapy graded rehabilitation programmes for clients in a variety of settings.
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
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For an informal discussion, please contact Sharon Henderson Team Leader Intermediate Care Team 01595 74 5315 or email sharon.henderson1@nhs.scot
Closing date: 23 August 2026
Interview date: w/c 7 September 2026
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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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