Mental Health Physiotherapist

Job details

• Job reference: 244121
• Salary: Band 6 (£43,231 - £52,679)
• Job closing date: 30/07/2026
• Job Type: Allied Health Professions
• Location: Queen Margaret Hospital
• Employment type: Permanent
• Hours Per Week: 36
• Job posted date: 16/07/2026
• Employer (NHS Board): NHS Fife
• Department: Mental Health Physiotherapy- Phase 1 Queen Margaret Hospital

Are you looking to develop and progress your career? Enjoy working in a supportive and innovative physiotherapy team? The specialist service for adults and older adults with severe and enduring mental ill health in Fife is looking for an experienced Physiotherapist to join our team.

The physiotherapy service is based at Stratheden Hospital, Cupar and provides input to both adult and older adult inpatients and those living in the community, as part of a larger multidisciplinary team. We also have input into the forensic service within Stratheden.The people on your caseload will all have severe and enduring mental ill health, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, severe depression and anxiety, personality disorders and dementia, and would find it challenging to access mainstream Physiotherapy services. Some may have multiple co-morbidities and complex communication difficulties.

We see people with a large variety of physical health conditions including falls, MSK issues, orthopaedics, FND, chronic pain and obesity on top of their severe and enduring mental ill health. We also offer exercise and activity therapy for improved physical and mental health, including walking groups, cycling groups, ward based exercise groups, tai chi, badminton and gym sessions within a fully equipped fitness gym. We work closely with the dietician and other MDT members providing a service promoting physical activity/healthy lifestyle to all. We are keen to look at different ways of working and using our skills at advanced levels.

This is a challenging but rewarding role with support including funding when appropriate for career development. Experience working with people within mental health is not vital, but a desire to work with this client group and a knowledge and understanding of their needs is important. Training in physical interventions/breakaway training is included in your mandatory training.

The ability to travel throughout Fife during the working day is essential to this post. With its vibrant fishing villages, magnificent beaches and peaceful countryside, Fife is a great place to develop your career with the NHS. Steeped in history with many local restaurants, shops and opportunities for sporting activities, Fife has something to offer everyone. Its excellent transport links ensure easy access to Edinburgh, Dundee and Scotland’s other major towns and cities.

For more information or to ask any questions about this post please contact:Vicky Olusanya Lead Physiotherapist Mental Health Service on 01334 696318 or at vicky.olusanya@nhs.scot

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We offer flexible working and family-friendly policies and fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.

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.