R1; LF Specialist Occupational Therapist

Position Overview

We are delighted to advertise a Specialist (Band
6) Occupational Therapist position to join the North Edinburgh Older People’s Community Mental Health Team. This is a full‑time, permanent role within a multidisciplinary team that focuses on adults aged 65 and over with diagnosed mental health problems, dementia, or those querying a dementia diagnosis. The role offers flexibility and welcomes interest from candidates considering secondments, job share or other adjustments.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients’ functional status, rehabilitation needs and environmental factors.
• Plan and deliver therapeutic interventions and rehabilitation programmes to maintain or improve clients’ independence at home.
• Advise and support natural support networks, including family, carers and community partners.
• Provide expert occupational therapy input to the wider clinical team and contribute to the development of best practice within OPMH and EHSCP.
• Maintain up‑to‑date clinical knowledge and record‐keeping in line with NHS Scotland policies.

• Registered occupational therapist with recognized postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience.
• Current PVG Scheme membership/record; if not a member, must obtain registration with Disclosure Scotland before commencing employment.
• Demonstrated experience in community or older people’s occupational therapy settings, with evidence of working with older adults and dementia.
• Appropriate UK work‑permission and willingness to provide proof of eligibility.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We welcome applications from all sections of society and will support disabled candidates, candidates with long‑term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.

For more information about the role or how your career pathway might match our position, please contact:

Jennifer Simpson, Lead Occupational Therapist, OPMH CMHT North
Phone:
Email: jennifer.simpson8t

We anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications are received. Please ensure you submit your application early.

UK residents must demonstrate the relevant permission to work in the country. Further details can be found in the further information for this vacancy.