The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Apprentice Physiotherapist

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Job summary

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) are delighted to confirm that we are looking to support an individual to undertake the Physiotherapy Degree Apprenticeship at Sheffield Hallam University (SHU) as part of the 2023 intake. Applications are invited from existing TRFT employees who have up to date evidence of working as a Therapy Support Worker alongside Occupational Therapists/Physiotherapists and who wish to progress to becoming an HCPC registered Physiotherapist. This is an exciting opportunity, to build on existing experience and gain a nationally recognised degree qualification, whilst continuing to be employed within a foundation trust that provides both hospital and community services across Rotherham.

Main duties of the job

Applicants must: be over 18 not be in full time education have the right to abode in the UK meet the course entry requirementsGCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English at level 2 or above (grade 4, or previously C)If you don't have this yet, you'll need to achieve this level before you take your end-point assessment.Plus the following: Evidence of successful formal study at level 3 A minimum of 6 months experience in a health and social care capacity (including any placements or work-based learning undertaken as part of a level 3 qualification) Additional qualifications If you do not have a minimum of 6 months experience working in a health and social care capacity, you must hold one of the following: 96 UCAS points from 3 A levels Level 3 BTEC National Qualifications MMM Successful completion of an Access to HE Diploma T-Levels Higher Technical Qualifications (Level 3) Previous degree level or higher study including Foundation Degrees. Other qualifications may be considered in discussion with the University.Your understanding of health and social care and the profession is assessed throughout the selection event processes.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust is a combined acute and community Trust serving a population of over 260,000 with over 4,500 staff. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham. We are working successfully with partners across South Yorkshire as part of the Integrated Care Board where we are leading and collaborating in several key work streams and service areas, including workforce development. We combine our patient first approach with innovation and care against a backdrop of system working, as encapsulated in our Trust values

AMBITIOUS - We set high standards for the services we deliver. We aim to be an outstanding Trust and we are enthusiastic about delivering excellent health care for our patients.

CARING - We embrace the importance of giving the highest possible quality of care for our patients. We also care for each other as colleagues and for the community, our resources, our environment and our future.

TOGETHER - We value the importance of working together with patients, carers and families to ensure that we provide high quality patient centred care. We are committed to working with partners and stakeholders across Rotherham, South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw to develop sustainable services for the population we serve. Getting the right leaders in the Trust is critical to achieving.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, for both our patients and our workforce.

Date posted

14 December 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£25,147 to £27,596 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9165-23-12-070

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities

Person Specification

knowledge

Essential

Knowledge and understanding of national legislation, guidance and regulatory framework including NSF, NICE, Information Governance, Equality and Diversity, Data Protection, Safe Guarding, Professional and Clinical Guidelines
An understanding of Professional Standards

Planning and Organising

Essential

Demonstrates an ability to prioritise own and workload and meet required timescales

Communication and relationships

Essential

Demonstrate effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
Skills and ability to motivate and support others

Training and Education

Essential

Commitment to learning new skills and acquiring new knowledge

Demonstrates Cor Values

Essential

Able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with Trust Core Values

Qualifications

Essential

The university entry requirements for the degree apprenticeship which are GCSE (or equivalent)
Evidence of successful formal study at level 3
Experience in a health and social care capacity (including any placements or work-based learning undertaken as part of a level 3 qualification)
If you do not have a minimum of 6 months experience working in a health and social care capacity, you must hold one of the following: 96 UCAS points from 3 A levels, Level 3 BTEC National Qualifications MMM, Successful completion of an Access to HE Diploma, T-Levels, Higher Technical Qualifications (Level 3) ,Previous degree level or higher study including Foundation Degrees
Access to a suitable vehicle for business use on a daily basis

Desirable

Other qualifications may be considered in discussion with the University.

Person Specification

knowledge

Essential

Knowledge and understanding of national legislation, guidance and regulatory framework including NSF, NICE, Information Governance, Equality and Diversity, Data Protection, Safe Guarding, Professional and Clinical Guidelines
An understanding of Professional Standards

Planning and Organising

Essential

Demonstrates an ability to prioritise own and workload and meet required timescales

Communication and relationships

Essential

Demonstrate effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
Skills and ability to motivate and support others

Training and Education

Essential

Commitment to learning new skills and acquiring new knowledge

Demonstrates Cor Values

Essential

Able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with Trust Core Values

Qualifications

Essential

The university entry requirements for the degree apprenticeship which are GCSE (or equivalent)
Evidence of successful formal study at level 3
Experience in a health and social care capacity (including any placements or work-based learning undertaken as part of a level 3 qualification)
If you do not have a minimum of 6 months experience working in a health and social care capacity, you must hold one of the following: 96 UCAS points from 3 A levels, Level 3 BTEC National Qualifications MMM, Successful completion of an Access to HE Diploma, T-Levels, Higher Technical Qualifications (Level 3) ,Previous degree level or higher study including Foundation Degrees
Access to a suitable vehicle for business use on a daily basis

Desirable

Other qualifications may be considered in discussion with the University.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)