Specialist Occupational Therapist
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- Band
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- 36
- Hours / week
- 36
- Posted
- 20/08/2026
- Closes
- 03/09/2026
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Role summary
This is an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join NHS Tayside's Neuro and Stroke Rehabilitation Unit at Royal Victoria Hospital as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist. You will work within a specialist neuro and stroke inpatient rehabilitation service, providing occupational therapy assessment and intervention to patients following acute stroke and other neurological conditions. The role involves managing a varied and complex caseload, delivering skilled assessment and intervention focused on physical function, cognition, perception, fatigue, and psychosocial needs. You will also have clinical leadership responsibilities, supporting junior staff and contributing to service development. This role is suitable for experienced Band 5 OTs or Band 6 OTs looking to consolidate their expertise.
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Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 6 at £37,338 – £44,962 a year, across England.
This advert: £43,231 – £52,679 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Job reference:
257340
Salary:
Band 6 (£43,231 - £52,679)
Job closing date:
03/09/2026
Job Type:
Allied Health Professions
Location:
Royal Victoria Hospital
Employment type:
Permanent
Hours Per Week:
36
Job posted date:
20/08/2026
Employer (NHS Board):
NHS Tayside
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.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapist to join NHS Tayside’s Neuro and Stroke Rehabilitation Unit at Royal Victoria Hospital ** as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist** .
You will work within a specialist neuro and stroke inpatient rehabilitation service, providing occupational therapy assessment and intervention to patients following the acute phase of stroke and other neurological conditions. The role is central to supporting functional recovery, goal‑orientated rehabilitation and complex discharge planning, working closely with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team.
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