SP- Rotational Occupational Therapist

Post Overview

We are delighted to advertise two full‑time Band 5 Rotational Occupational Therapy posts within our exciting and varied rotation. This post presents an innovative, enthusiastic therapist with the opportunity to gain experience within a rotation in the Acute Sector, and Aberdeen City Health and Social Care Partnership.

The post will involve working closely with Senior Occupational Therapists and multi‑disciplinary/multi‑agency teams to assess and treat patients with a variety of conditions in a number of settings, both inpatient and community, throughout Aberdeen City.

Current rotations include:

• Trauma and Elective Orthopaedics
• Acute Stroke
• Medical
• Surgical
• Critical Care
• Oncology
• Vascular
• Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
• Stroke Rehabilitation
• Frailty assessment and rehabilitation
• Community Rehabilitation

Opportunities for continuous personal development (CPD) are encouraged with regular supervision, preceptorship for newly qualified Occupational Therapists, in‑service training programme and access to Band 5 Support Group.

Applicants must be registered with HCPC, have a valid full UK drivers licence, and access to a car for work purposes.

Applications must be fully completed; partly completed applications will not be considered.

There may be a requirement in the future for weekend working or public holiday working to meet the service needs.

Interviews will involve a practical element and will be conducted in person only; we are unable to support any online interviews for this post.

Interview date – Thursday 12th February 2026

We are a welcoming team and would encourage applicants to make contact with us or arrange a visit to our service prior to interview to gain a greater understanding of the post.

• Aideen Mitchell – Professional Lead for Occupational Therapy at Woodend Hospital. Mobile , email aideen.mitchellt
• Kerry Reid – Operational Lead for Occupational Therapy community facing services. Telephone  Email Kerry.reid4t
• Rachael Borzoni – Operational Lead for Occupational Therapy at Woodend Hospital. Mobile , email rachael.borzonit

Post may close early due to volume of applications.

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.