Job summary
Are you interested in becoming a qualified Occupational Therapist?
Just done A levels or BTECs / T Levels or have you completed a health and social care qualification but not sure you wish to go to university full time ? Come and join us doing an apprenticeshipand get paid whilst earning your degree.
Great Western Hospital Front Door Team have an opportunity for an Occupational Therapy Apprentice to work within our Emergency Department and Assessment wards. The graduate Occupational Therapy Apprenticeship Programme is a new fully funded 4 year degree qualification as an HCPC registered Occupational therapist. The OT apprenticeship is delivered in conjunction with University of the West of England (UWE).
Main duties of the job
1. A Trainee apprentice Occupational Therapist (OT) is a developmental role. You will continue employment within the directorate/service you are currently employed. You will be given the opportunity to gain a qualification to become a registered OT whilst still supporting and delivering a service with your current team. Once qualified, you would then be able to apply for an available vacant post within the organisation.2. During your training you will enhance your skills of working within a therapy team to a competent standard and at the end of your apprenticeship, you will be able to demonstrate these competenciesto gain a degree qualification to support your application for a qualified Band 5 Occupational Therapist position.3. You will undertake and complete all elements of the Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship. You will attend university and be allocated full time clinical placements to gain your degree in Occupational Therapy; the university will be responsible for teaching the course material and assess you accordingly, you will be expected to attend these taught sessions throughout your apprenticeship.4. During existing work time, 20% will be allocated towards your own study5. The apprenticeship is fully funded.
About us
Our STAR values are at the heart of everything we do. You can expect to see them in the way we act and the way we treat each other. Our values make us who we are.Service We will put our patients firstTeamwork We will work togetherAmbition We will aspire to provide the best serviceRespect We will act with integrity
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Work under the supervision of a qualified OT to provide client centred OT service to a defined case load2. To support OT in intervention plans aiming to help maintain & regain independence in functional abilities & promote clients safety through participation in every day occupation This includes assessment, intervention and the provision of specialist equipment to all patients referred into the service.3. You will work within a wider team of professionals and train to become an Occupational Therapist through on the job learning, clinical placements and university modules.4. You will be required to carry out delegated work from the therapy team to support the provision of individualised patient care under various levels of supervision, appropriate to your knowledge and skills.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Work under the supervision of a qualified OT to provide client centred OT service to a defined case load2. To support OT in intervention plans aiming to help maintain & regain independence in functional abilities & promote clients safety through participation in every day occupation This includes assessment, intervention and the provision of specialist equipment to all patients referred into the service.3. You will work within a wider team of professionals and train to become an Occupational Therapist through on the job learning, clinical placements and university modules.4. You will be required to carry out delegated work from the therapy team to support the provision of individualised patient care under various levels of supervision, appropriate to your knowledge and skills.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- To have relevant NVQ Level III or equivalent as well as the qualifications to apply for a degree level course as follows:
- To have Level 2 English and Maths qualifications (GCSE A-C)
- To be able to demonstrate successful study at Level 3 within the last 3 years
Experience
Essential
- Have considerable experience as an RTW/HCA/OT Tech
Desirable
- To have worked alongside an Occupational Therapist or within a MDT
Knowledge
Essential
- Have a good understanding of Occupational Therapy
- Skills and knowledge of moving and handling of people.
- Awareness of the positive impact of activity on health and well being
- Demonstrate an investigative/inquisitive mind - can problem solve and be creative
Desirable
- To have knowledge of handling techniques to promote movement
- To have knowledge of relevant legislation
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- To have relevant NVQ Level III or equivalent as well as the qualifications to apply for a degree level course as follows:
- To have Level 2 English and Maths qualifications (GCSE A-C)
- To be able to demonstrate successful study at Level 3 within the last 3 years
Experience
Essential
- Have considerable experience as an RTW/HCA/OT Tech
Desirable
- To have worked alongside an Occupational Therapist or within a MDT
Knowledge
Essential
- Have a good understanding of Occupational Therapy
- Skills and knowledge of moving and handling of people.
- Awareness of the positive impact of activity on health and well being
- Demonstrate an investigative/inquisitive mind - can problem solve and be creative
Desirable
- To have knowledge of handling techniques to promote movement
- To have knowledge of relevant legislation
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
