SWRK 3923 - G3 Occupational Therapist (605598)

Internal applicants MUST apply via Opportunity Marketplace.  Please ensure you complete your SKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS via “Me” tab/tile on Fusion or by clicking on the application link in the section of the application form titled “REVIEW SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS”. 

ACTUAL CLOSING DATE: Applications must be received by 15 March 2026 at 11:59pm

Location: South Vennel, Clydesdale
Hours: 35 per week, permanent
Salary / Hourly Rate: £46,005 - £46,991
 

Clydesdale locality within South Lanarkshire covers the largest geographical area of the four Locality Area’s at 512.10 square miles. Clydesdale has a population of 61,862 of which 22.6% are aged 65 and over, with a higher percentage of aged 75 and over (10%) in comparison with the rest of South Lanarkshire. Although Clydesdale has several urban centres such as Lanark, Carluke, Lesmahagow, Biggar, Forth and Douglas it is the most rural area of South Lanarkshire with 42% of the population living in a rural area where issues such as transport, access to services and rural deprivation can have a marked effect.

Given the local geography and demographic factors, Health and Social Work teams in Clydesdale were already working in partnership prior to the implementation of Health and Social Care Integration. As such we have long established professional multi-agency working networks and processes that support our person-centred approach to supporting our vulnerable citizens.

The successful applicant will be part of the Locality Adult and Older People's, Physical disability and sensory impairment team (PDSI). You will be responsible for your own case load, undertaking physical functional assessments for service users in line with current legislation and prioritisation funding approval framework, based on risk. You will also undertake regular duty role within the PDSI team. PDSI provide functional assessment relevant to aids and adaptations for adults to maintain independent living. As the role has focus on promoting independence via advice and assistance, there will be requirement for an awareness of best value in terms of equipment/aids recommendations, while considering social work legislation such as Self-directed Support, Adult Support & Protection, etc.

The priorities will to be to deliver a quality service supported through supervision based on Behaviours Framework and support of the wider team. Regular supervision on an 8-week cycle is provided by the PDSI Operation Manager. These roles provide a great opportunity for forward thinking practitioners to help drive change in a progressive organisation. We are determined to make a positive impact on the lives of people who are accessing our services. 

View the Occupational Therapist job profile.

Please answer the following questions as part of your application submission, your answers should be uploaded under supporting documents

Screening questions:

1. Are you entitled to work in the UK? If selected for interview you will be required to produce identification (originals) to show that you are permitted to work in the UK. The Immigration Asylum and Nationality Act 2006 details the different types of documentation which are deemed suitable and guidance is available at http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk. 
2. Do you have a Diploma/Degree in Occupational therapy or equivalent?  
3. Are you registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)? 
4. Do you have at least 3 years of relevant post qualified experience?

Application questions:

1. Please provide details of any gaps in employment history apart from any you have already detailed in the work experience section of the application form.
2. Behaviour: Performing - Please study the Job Profile and provide examples of your work, or other activities which demonstrate your ability or aptitude to undertake the duties of the post, please include any other information that you feel is relevant to your application e.g. personal qualities, achievements at work, non-work related or voluntary work experience.
3. Behaviour: Efficient - Please provide evidence of how you would focus on the daily requirements of meeting service users’ needs against a backdrop of compelling demands.
4. Behaviour: Leading – Please provide evidence about a time that you have been an effective leader and developed change?
5. Behaviour: Working with Others – Please provide an example about a time that you solved a problem as part of a team? What role did you play?
6. Behaviour: Flexible – Are you someone who can adapt to different work environments? Can you give an example of this in practice?

If you require to submit any further additional information to support your application (not a CV), please upload this under supporting documents.

Please Apply online - All correspondence will be via your email address

Preferred candidates identified after the selection event process will be required to assist the recruitment team, if need be, to ensure timely completion of recruitment checks. If recruitment checks are not completed within a reasonable timescale, you may automatically be withdrawn from this position.

Canvassing of Elected Members or employees of South Lanarkshire's Council directly or indirectly in connection with any appointment within the Council shall disqualify the applicant.

Legislative Information

This post is excepted in terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 2003.

This post is considered Regulated Work with adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with adults.

Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check, prior to a formal offer of employment being made.

Please refer to http://www.disclosurescotland.co.uk for further information about the disclosure process and best practice.

Overseas Criminal Records Check

An Overseas Criminal Records Check is required where applicants born outside the UK (Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland) or who have lived or worked outside the UK for a continuous period of three months in the past 10 years.

Applicants are responsible for providing evidence of the Overseas Criminal Record Check. The check must be translated into English and should come from the police, judicial authority, government department or home embassy of the country or countries concerned. The check must include an official statement confirming that the applicant does not have any history of or pending criminal record proceedings. Checks may be carried out to authenticate the documents provided.

Equal Opportunities and Armed Forces Community Covenant

South Lanarkshire Council is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourages applications from all members of the community. 

We are a Disability Confident Scheme Employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria of the person specification job description.

South Lanarkshire Council is committed to providing support to members of the armed forces, veterans and their families which is set out in the Armed Forces Community Covenant. Veterans & Service leavers are guaranteed an interview who meet the essential criteria of the person specification job description.

As an employee of South Lanarkshire Council, you would also receive a wide range of benefits including:

• Enrolment in award winning local government pension scheme
• To increase the value of their pension pot, Local Government Employees can opt to join the Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme.
• Up to 33 days annual leave
• Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days)
• Occupational sick pay
• Family friendly policies - flexible working and leave, maternity/paternity leave enhanced leave.
• Employee Discounts – including discounts at the cinema.
• Range of benefits to support you (Cycle to Work Scheme, Physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program which offers practical and emotional support)

PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT ACCEPT CVS IN PLACE OF THE APPLICATION FORM.

To be considered for this vacancy you must complete the application form.  All CV submissions will be disregarded.