Advanced Practitioner Occupational Therapist in Mental Health and Addiction services
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- Band 7
- Pattern
- 36
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Role summary
This role involves treating and managing a complex clinical caseload, leading Occupational Therapy specialty training, and providing clinical support to peers. The post holder will work with multi-disciplinary teams, act as a clinical leader for specific conditions, and manage significant clinical risk. Additionally, the role includes leading clinical audits and participating in research and clinical governance activities.
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Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 7 at £46,148 – £52,809 a year, across England.
This advert: £52,845 – £61,466 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Job reference:
257464
Salary:
Band 7 (£52,845 - £61,466)
Job closing date:
04/09/2026
Job Type:
Allied Health Professions
Location:
Ailsa Hospital
Employment type:
Permanent
Hours Per Week:
36
Job posted date:
21/08/2026
Employer (NHS Board):
NHS Ayrshire & Arran
Department:
Occupational Therapy
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NHS Scotland:
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.
Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful . You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)
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