NHS Lothian & Borders Staff Bank - ARTS THERAPISTS - BAND 6

Summary: The NHS Lothian and Borders Staff Bank is seeking Arts Psychotherapists (Band 6) to provide compassionate, person-centred care through Art, Music, and Drama Therapy services for individuals with complex needs. The role involves working flexibly to cover temporary staffing shortages across NHS Lothian and may include shifts in various community facilities. Candidates must demonstrate relevant qualifications and commitment to the Staff Bank function, with work allocated on an as-needed basis. This position is not permanent and requires current registration in the relevant arts modality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care through Art, Music, and Drama Therapy.
• Work flexibly to cover temporary staffing shortages across NHS Lothian.
• Demonstrate awareness of the Staff Bank function and commitment to supplementary workforce.
• Evidence current registration and relevant education in arts modality during application and interview.
• Submit availability for shifts and book shifts online or via phone.

Key Skills:

• Relevant qualifications in Arts Therapy (Art, Music, Drama).
• Current registration in the relevant arts modality.
• Ability to work as part of a team and provide compassionate care.
• Flexibility to work varying shift patterns as required.
• Understanding of the Staff Bank function and commitment to temporary staffing needs.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Edinburgh

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other