Community Occupational Therapist, Strathbrock Partnership Centre, 481.65
- Location:
- Social Policy Strathbrock Partnership Centre 189a West Main Street Broxburn, EH52 5LH
- Salary:
- £42,083 - £46,193 per year
- Contract Type:
- Permanent
- Position Type:
- Full Time
- Hours:
- 36 hours per week
Job Advert
We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Occupational Therapy Service for 2 x full time Community Occupational Therapists (36 hours). The successful candidate will work as part of a team of Occupational Therapists and Service Coordinators supported by three team managers and the Group Manager.
West Lothian Council is a vibrant and forward-thinking council promoting team working, encouraging continuing professional development (CPD), peer support and regular supervision. The service offers a rotational program which covers three areas of: Housing; Independent Mobility assessment (IMA’s) and first point of contact (Duty), as well as contributing to the success of ‘All about me Assessments’. These assessments support minor as well as major adaptation, equipment provision, specialist seating and manual handling.
Within the heart of the Lothian area there are close links to Edinburgh and Glasgow, which provide easy access to live events such as concerts and sport. Edinburgh airport is a very short distance away promoting ease of access to the rest of Europe. Alternatively, there is ease of access to the rest of the Scotland including the Highlands & Islands.
We look forward to your application.
This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. 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 by the West Lothian Council
This position requires registration with the SSSC. The successful candidate will have six months from the date of commencement of this post to become registered with the SSSC.
SSSC stipulate you must submit your application within three months of your start date