NHS Shetland
Occupational Therapist Intermediate Care team
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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
£2,578 per annum
Relocation Assistance
Up to £8000 available
About the Role
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.
Requirements
- HCPC registered
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Occupational Therapy
- Minimum of 3 years clinical experience
- Highly developed understanding of Occupational Therapy
- Experience of assessing and developing Occupational Therapy graded rehabilitation programmes for clients in a variety of settings
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About Shetland
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 and/or
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Contact
For an informal discussion, please contact Sharon Henderson, Team Leader Intermediate Care Team, 01595 74 5315 or email Sharon Henderson.
Closing date: 23 August 2026
Interview date: w/c 7 September 2026
Assistance with Application
If you require assistance or encounter any technical issues with your application, please e-mail support at support@nhs.net including the vacancy reference number and “NHS Shetland” in the subject line or by calling 0161 850 2004.
PVG Scheme
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.
Equal Opportunities
In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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