NHS Scotland
Lead Occupational Therapist - In-patients Mental Health
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Occupational Therapy Team Lead (Band 7)
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC)
NHSGGC is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across clinical and non-clinical professions. Serving over 1.15 million people (including regional service coverage of 2.2 million), we deliver acute hospital, primary, community, and mental health services.
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join NHSGGC as a Team Lead (Band 7).
The role involves:
- Leadership of an occupational therapy team
- Service development and innovation across inpatient and community services
- Collaboration with the Inpatient Service Manager, Lead Nurse, Senior Charge Nurses, and senior colleagues
Note: All overseas roles will be assessed for sponsorship in line with current Home Office eligibility requirements.
Position Details
- Durability: Permanent
- Working Pattern: Part-time (25 hours/week), Monday to Friday
- Location: Inverclyde Royal Hospital
- Salary: Pro-rata for part-time hours
Key Responsibilities
The Team Lead will:
- Provide operational and professional leadership for a team delivering high-quality occupational therapy across six inpatient wards.
- Work closely with management colleagues, Inpatient Service Manager, and Senior Charge Nurses to ensure continuous improvement.
- Lead development of an innovative community occupational therapy service, identifying opportunities for:
- Service enhancements
- Implementation of new working strategies
- Improved patient outcomes and experiences
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Requirements
To excel in this role, you should have:
- A degree or recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy with current professional registration.
- Significant post-registration experience as an Occupational Therapist.
- Demonstrable leadership abilities, including prior experience managing or supervising staff.
- Experience in service development and quality improvement.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and senior stakeholders.
- A commitment to innovation in occupational therapy service delivery.
Benefits
NHSGGC offers a wide range of supportive policies, including:
- Employee Assistance Programme
- **Cycle to Work Scheme`
- Bursary Schemes
- Extensive learning and development opportunities
As an NHS Scotland employee, you’ll also receive:
- Minimum 27 days annual leave (plus public holidays)
- NHS Pension Scheme (including life insurance)
- Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities (study bursaries, e-learning, and training)
- Enhanced pay for public holiday working
- NHS discounts on goods and services
- Confidential employee support (counselling, psychological therapies)
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Diversity & Inclusion
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion—we celebrate a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Additionally, through the Armed Forces Covenant, we proudly recognise military skills, experience, and qualifications, supporting Forces families at every stage of their career.
Flexible Working
NHSGGC encourages applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements (if service needs permit these with this role).
Flexible work considerations will be assessed during the recruitment process.
Interested?
For more information, contact Kate Lowson—Occupational Therapy Care Group Lead—at: 📞 01475 558000 ✉️ Kate.lowson@nhs.scot
Note: This role may close early due to high volume—apply as soon as possible.
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