Occupational Therapist
At a glance
- Band
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Part-time
- Hours / week
- 22
- Posted
- 11/09/2026
- Closes
- 25/09/2026
Sponsorship verdict
This contract type is not eligible for Skilled Worker sponsorship.
NHS Trusts cannot issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for part-time, bank, locum, zero-hours, job-share or short fixed-term (under 12 months) contracts under current Home Office rules. This applies even when the wider Trust holds a Skilled Worker licence.
Role summary
This is an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join the medium secure Forensic Mental Health service at the Orchard Clinic, Royal Edinburgh Hospital. You will work with adults with complex forensic mental health needs in an in-patient setting, contributing to assessment, occupational formulation, positive risk taking, and rehabilitation. The role involves working within a multidisciplinary team, developing clinical decision-making skills, and participating in group work. You will receive regular supervision and support for professional development.
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 5 at £29,970 – £36,483 a year, across England.
This advert: £34,544 – £43,039 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Job reference:
259437
Salary:
Band 5 (£34,544 - £43,039)
Job closing date:
25/09/2026
Job Type:
Allied Health Professions
Location:
Royal Edinburgh Hospital
Employment type:
Permanent
Hours Per Week:
22
Job posted date:
11/09/2026
Employer (NHS Board):
NHS Lothian
Department:
Occupational Therapy
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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Occupational Therapist (Band 5) The Orchard Clinic
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapist to join the medium secure Forensic Mental Health service based at the Orchard Clinic, Royal Edinburgh Hospital. Working with adults with complex forensic mental health needs in an in-patient setting you will contribute to assessment, occupational formulation, positive risk taking and rehabilitation to support the individual through the medium secure forensic pathway. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will have opportunities to develop your skills in clinical decision-making, group work and prioritising needs. O
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