Job summary
Apprentice Physiotherapist - AFC Band 5 Annex 21
We have a rare and exciting opportunity for motivated individuals who want to become a Physiotherapist. The successful applicant will be enthusiastic about the profession and will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role of a physiotherapist. Applicants should be interested in helping individuals overcome difficulties affected by injury, illness or disability through movement and exercise, education and advice - working across varied specialties with people of all ages
You will be employed in a three-year degree apprenticeship role within the North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust (NCIC). Academic study will make up 20% at University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) and 20% on placements. The remaining 60% will be spent in the workplace. During the apprenticeship, the post holder will perform all of the elements in this band 5 job description as a learner and under the direct and/or indirect supervision of a registered practitioner.
We will provide a work placed mentor to provide guidance, support and knowledge in the Physiotherapy profession.
The services in some areas provide 7 day cover and the successful applicant must therefore be prepared to work weekends and extended days. Work bases will vary and applicants will be expected to work and travel to various acute & community sites within NCIC including attending patients' own homes, so access to a car is essential.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will contribute to the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care as part of the multidisciplinary team. The post holder will have the knowledge to interpret information and be skilled in taking appropriate action(s) to achieve the planned outcome. The post holder will contribute to the maintenance of a safe clinical environment and is expected to work within a wide variety of clinical environments. The post holder will be expected to practice in accordance with NCIC policies, guidelines, standards and statutory requirements and operate within defined competency boundaries.
It is required that post holders will commit to undertake the formal education of the course and successfully complete all components of the training programme within the contract period.
Please see job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.
The job description may change subject to job matching.
About us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding hospital and health services to half a million people. Established on 1st October 2019, the Trust is creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout north Cumbria and beyond. We're responsible for delivering over 70 services across 15 main locations and we employ more than 6,500 members of staff.
Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time'.
- Being a clinically led organisation
- Quality and safety at the heart
- A positive patient experience every time
- A great place to work
- Managing our money well
As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.
Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. There is an expectation for all staff to support this by familiarising yourself with the Trust's sustainability initiatives such as waste and recycling, going paperless, videoconferencing, sustainable transport and others.
We encourage you to think about what you can do as an individual and within your team to contribute in to embedding carbon reduction into the everyday running of our organisation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.
If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.
Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies.
The essential criteria for this role includes the requirement to have a care certificate or the willingness and ability to undertake this. For further information, please see the additional information link which can be viewed under the read this before applying section.
- Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.
- If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.
Important Information
The post is subject to you making satisfactory progress on the course of studies designed to lead to the qualification and/or to passing any examinations/achieving the qualification required.
Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.
For candidates applying using a Hotmail account or have strict firewall settings please ensure the following:
- Junk Mail is checked regularly
Disclosure and Barring Service:
On 28 November 2020, the new Disclosure and Barring Service filtering rules will come into effect.
The changes mean that:
- youth cautions, reprimands and final warnings will no longer be subject to automatic disclosure
- the multiple conviction rule has been removed, meaning that if an individual has more than one conviction, regardless of offence type or time passed, each conviction will be considered against the remaining rules individually, rather than being automatically disclosed.
If you are unsure about whether you need to disclose certain criminal record information, free confidential advice may be sought from one of the charity bodies listed below. These bodies can advise you on what you are legally required to declare and may also be able to advise you on how you can disclose criminal record information to a prospective employer and your legal rights when doing so.
Nacro Tel: 0300 123 1999, or email: helpline@nacro.org.uk
Unlock Tel: 01634 247350, email advice@unlock.org.uk or complete the online form on the Unlock website
The Trust is committed to safeguarding adults and children therefore if the post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended) the successful candidate(s) will be subject to a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post:
Standard Check: £18 + Administration cost of £3.85 = £21.85. Deducted at £6.85 from 1st month salary and £5 deducted from salary over following 3 months.
Enhanced Check: £38 + administration cost of £3.90 = £41.90. Deducted at £11.90 from 1st month salary and £10 deducted from salary over following 3 months.
As part of the one of the largest employers in the UK NCIC future employees will have also access to the following benefits.
A lease car may be available for this position; further details will be provided upon appointment if applicable.
27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years
Flexible working Scheme
Excellent opportunities for development
Competitive NHS Pension scheme
Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies
EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems
These schemes are subject to availability
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.
If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.
Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies.
The essential criteria for this role includes the requirement to have a care certificate or the willingness and ability to undertake this. For further information, please see the additional information link which can be viewed under the read this before applying section.
- Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.
- If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.
Important Information
The post is subject to you making satisfactory progress on the course of studies designed to lead to the qualification and/or to passing any examinations/achieving the qualification required.
Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.
For candidates applying using a Hotmail account or have strict firewall settings please ensure the following:
- Junk Mail is checked regularly
Disclosure and Barring Service:
On 28 November 2020, the new Disclosure and Barring Service filtering rules will come into effect.
The changes mean that:
- youth cautions, reprimands and final warnings will no longer be subject to automatic disclosure
- the multiple conviction rule has been removed, meaning that if an individual has more than one conviction, regardless of offence type or time passed, each conviction will be considered against the remaining rules individually, rather than being automatically disclosed.
If you are unsure about whether you need to disclose certain criminal record information, free confidential advice may be sought from one of the charity bodies listed below. These bodies can advise you on what you are legally required to declare and may also be able to advise you on how you can disclose criminal record information to a prospective employer and your legal rights when doing so.
Nacro Tel: 0300 123 1999, or email: helpline@nacro.org.uk
Unlock Tel: 01634 247350, email advice@unlock.org.uk or complete the online form on the Unlock website
The Trust is committed to safeguarding adults and children therefore if the post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended) the successful candidate(s) will be subject to a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post:
Standard Check: £18 + Administration cost of £3.85 = £21.85. Deducted at £6.85 from 1st month salary and £5 deducted from salary over following 3 months.
Enhanced Check: £38 + administration cost of £3.90 = £41.90. Deducted at £11.90 from 1st month salary and £10 deducted from salary over following 3 months.
As part of the one of the largest employers in the UK NCIC future employees will have also access to the following benefits.
A lease car may be available for this position; further details will be provided upon appointment if applicable.
27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years
Flexible working Scheme
Excellent opportunities for development
Competitive NHS Pension scheme
Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies
EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems
These schemes are subject to availability
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Three GCSE passes at grade C / grade 4 or above including maths, English, and science, or equivalent e.g. level 2 functional skills.
- o126 UCAS points from A levels (including at least 40 points from either a natural science subject such as Biology or Human biology, or a social science subject such as Psychology, Sociology, Health and Social Care), or equivalent BTEC National qualifications (including suitable natural or social science modules). We do not accept AS levels. We do not accept General Studies.
- oAccess - Access to HE Diploma from a QAA recognised Access to HE course in health studies, health science, nursing or another science-based course. Normally we require 15 credits at level 2 and 45 at level 3 of which at least 30 credits should be graded at distinction level.
- oA previous degree in a related natural or social science subject
- oOpen University study in natural or social sciences, e.g. foundation course
- Professional qualifications at level 5 Diploma or above in a related area
- Level 3 apprenticeship in health and social care
Experience
Essential
- Working with people where enabling and motivating skills are evident.
- Working on a team
Desirable
- Experience of NHS health care work.
- Working with people with physical needs.
- Experience working as a therapy. assistant within an NHS service.
- Supervisory experience.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the multi-disciplinary team roles.
- Underpinning theoretical knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology.
Desirable
- Wider health issues and role of NHS.
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential
- Good communication skills, particularly verbal
- Able to prioritise and work under pressure
- Happy to work in acute hospital and community environments
- Able to work under own initiative when required
- Knows own limitations
- Able to motivate others
- Ability to demonstrate the compassionate values and behaviours needed for dignified care
Desirable
Personal Circumstances
Essential
- Commitment to continuous personal development/ further learning.
- Able to work flexibly.
Other requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel independently between sites in North Cumbria and attendance at University of Central Lancashire.
- Act in ways that support equality and value diversity
- Able to participate in visits to patients' homes as required.
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Three GCSE passes at grade C / grade 4 or above including maths, English, and science, or equivalent e.g. level 2 functional skills.
- o126 UCAS points from A levels (including at least 40 points from either a natural science subject such as Biology or Human biology, or a social science subject such as Psychology, Sociology, Health and Social Care), or equivalent BTEC National qualifications (including suitable natural or social science modules). We do not accept AS levels. We do not accept General Studies.
- oAccess - Access to HE Diploma from a QAA recognised Access to HE course in health studies, health science, nursing or another science-based course. Normally we require 15 credits at level 2 and 45 at level 3 of which at least 30 credits should be graded at distinction level.
- oA previous degree in a related natural or social science subject
- oOpen University study in natural or social sciences, e.g. foundation course
- Professional qualifications at level 5 Diploma or above in a related area
- Level 3 apprenticeship in health and social care
Experience
Essential
- Working with people where enabling and motivating skills are evident.
- Working on a team
Desirable
- Experience of NHS health care work.
- Working with people with physical needs.
- Experience working as a therapy. assistant within an NHS service.
- Supervisory experience.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the multi-disciplinary team roles.
- Underpinning theoretical knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology.
Desirable
- Wider health issues and role of NHS.
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential
- Good communication skills, particularly verbal
- Able to prioritise and work under pressure
- Happy to work in acute hospital and community environments
- Able to work under own initiative when required
- Knows own limitations
- Able to motivate others
- Ability to demonstrate the compassionate values and behaviours needed for dignified care
Desirable
Personal Circumstances
Essential
- Commitment to continuous personal development/ further learning.
- Able to work flexibly.
Other requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel independently between sites in North Cumbria and attendance at University of Central Lancashire.
- Act in ways that support equality and value diversity
- Able to participate in visits to patients' homes as required.
Desirable
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).
