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OT Clinical Support Worker
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OT Clinical Support Worker
Occupational Therapy Support Worker (Band 4) – Acute Stroke & Critical Care (NHS Fife)
About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists within the NHS Fife Occupational Therapy Service for a Band 4 Occupational Therapy Support Worker to join the Acute Stroke Occupational Therapy team. This role will primarily be based at Victoria Hospital, Fife, with travel across Fife required for:
- Providing and returning clinic supplies/equipment
- Conducting post-treatment follow-up visits
You will support the Occupational Therapy team in delivering client-centred interventions, focusing on regaining independence in activities of daily living to facilitate discharge from hospital.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting the team in delivering a range of otactions for patients recovering from stroke and critical care conditions
- Supporting multi-disciplinary interventions in a fast-paced, diverse environment
- Carrying out independent yet high-standard tasks with a complex patient cohort
- Assisting in equipment set-up, therapy activities, and client care planning
- Working flexibly across stroke wards and critical care settings
- Engaging with patients to improve functional abilities and promote recovery
Person Specification
Skills & Qualities
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- High level of attention to detail and professionalism
- Flexibility and adaptability to multi-task in a dynamic environment
- Ability to work autonomously while maintaining high standards
- Compassionate, patient-centred approach
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Essential Requirements
✅ Essential Qualification: SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, or proof of attainment in progress (Formal occupational therapy training is not a requirement for this support worker role)
✅ Must be legally entitled to work in the UK (or eligible for sponsorship via Health & Care Worker Visa if applying outside UK nationwide) – see notes below.
Desirable
✔ Previous experience working with stroke patients or in critical care ✔ Experience in rehabilitation or activity-based interventions ✔ Understanding of independence & discharge planning
Professional Development & Support
- Ongoing supervision provided
- Opportunities for learning & training within NHS Fife Occupational Therapy
- Regular Support Worker development programme(s) in health/social care areas
NHS Fife – Our Commitments to You
🔹 Flexible & Family-Friendly Working Policies 🔹 Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion 🔹 Support for Diverse Candidates – including disabled & neurodivergent applicants (reasonable adjustments made prior to recruitment)
Important: Right to Work in the UK
NHS Fife must legally confirm all employees have the legal right to work in the UK, so:
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✔ UK/EU/EEA nationals – * Confirmation of residency is required in your application. ✔ Non-EEA Nationals – If eligible, the NHS Fife Team can act as a sponsor (capped at SW/Visa-worthy salaries only), but not guaranteed unless sponsored as an Health & Care Worker under the UK Skilled Worker Visa. ➡ Read more: Visa requirements for NHS roles
⚠ Please confirm your UK work eligibility and check visa conditions BEFORE applying — failure to do so may result in your application being withdrawn.
How to Apply
📞 Informal Enquiries: Contact Kirsty Hazelwood or Alice Fernie lead OTs on +01592 648182, ext 21187 or OT Manager Lorna Brocklesby on +01592 648182, ext 21646.
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NHS Scotland is dedicated to a representative, inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. Applications from: 🌟 Underrepresented backgrounds 🌟 Disabled candidates 🌟 Applicants with long-term conditions/neurodivergence 🌟 All aspirants are welcome and encouraged to apply.
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