Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Description

Assist the Occupational Therapy Service by undertaking the assessment for and provision of a range of services aimed at maximising opportunities for personal
independence within the community for people with various forms of disability, as delegated by the Occupational Therapist and/or Team manager.

There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the Service and the organisation.

Fixed term for a period not exceeding: 31/05/2027

Informal enquiries to: Sandra Scott - 01467 533048

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Requirements

This post is regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

This post has a minimum requirement of one reference which must be your current or most recent employer.