Medway NHS Foundation Trust

Physiotherapy Apprentice

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Job summary

Physiotherapy Apprentice

Care Group: Diagnostics & Therapies

Band 5 Annex 21Apprenticeship - subject to Agenda for change each year of study

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to become an Physiotherapist.

The successful applicant will be enthusiastic about the profession and will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role of an Physiotherapist through experience.

This role allows the apprentice to develop their core clinical skills as part of the Physiotherapy apprenticeship programme. The apprenticeship levy will be used to provide a training opportunity for the post holder to undertake a three years and four months level 6 BSc.

The successful applicant would be offered the post subject to being accepted onto the University of East London (UEL) Physiotherapy degree program commencing September 2024 until completion in August 2027.

We will provide a work placed mentor to provide guidance, support, and knowledge in the Physiotherapy profession.

Following successful completion of the apprenticeship programme and registration with the Health and Care Professions Council as a Physiotherapist, you will become a Band 5 Physio,where the attached/below Job Description will apply.

Failure to complete the apprenticeship course will lead to termination of the Apprentice Physiotherapy contract and you will not be eligible for a qualified Physiotherapist post.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be employed in their substantive post as an Apprentice Physiotherapist as a part of our lovely and friendly Therapy Team.

The apprenticeship involves receiving on the job training in their substantive roles and 20% off the job training at UEL. Off the job training will include a combination of academic study and clinical placements. It is a requirement that the post holder commits to undertake the formal education of the course and successfully complete all components of the training programme within the required period. During the apprenticeship programme the post holder will perform the duties and responsibilities in this job description as a learner and under the direct and/or indirect supervision of a registered practitioner. The post holder will be proactive in seeking opportunities to develop their own knowledge and skills and are also expected to seek support and guidance in a timely manner if any difficulties are encountered.

An Apprentice Physiotherapist uses their developing Physiotherapy knowledge and skills to:

Prioritise, plan, and deliver clinical case work within each therapy team according to our rotations with support and supervision of a registered therapist.

Apply evidence based, knowledge and skills to the Physiotherapy Team and wider Therapy Team.

About us

Do you have the ambition and vision to deliver our mission of theBest of Care by the Best of People providing excellent care, every time?

Here at Medway, we pride ourselves on working together as one to ensure that our shared vision is achieved for our patients.

As a key partner in the healthcare of our local population, we are keen to deliver this as an outcome of our Trust-wide strategy - Patient First. Using an Operational Excellence approach to align our priorities and operational management structures, we are just over a year and half into our Patient First deployment. We are looking for creative, skilled people to join our Transformation Team and further support us on this journey.

Our culture and values define us here at Medway NHS Foundation Trust and are the heartbeat of who we are as an organisation.

Our BEST values underpin Patient First and are at the core of the care we give to our patients, the support we offer to our staff and our overall leadership approach:

B - Bold

E - Every person counts

S - Sharing and open

T - Together

Our Trust is a great choice for people who want to develop their career in an ambitious and dynamic environment; our employees are able to choose the coverage and supplemental benefits that best fit their needs and those of their families. This includes the promotion of flexible working opportunities across the Trust.

Date posted

07 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

Depending on experience Band 5 Annex 21 Apprenticeship - subject to Agenda for change

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

275-2504PHAPP

Job locations

Medway Maritime Hospital

Windmill Road

Gillingham

ME7 5NY

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own work including responsibility of an allocated patient caseload /workload.

To undertake assessment, standardised and non-standardised, of patients including those with diverse and complex presentations and conditions: using clinical reasoning skills and assessment techniques to formulate individualised treatment plans and programmes.

To deliver individualised Physiotherapy intervention and treatment programmes using a broad range of Physiotherapy skills in individual and group settings.

To continually reassess patient progress, adapting treatment plans accordingly, and developing discharge plans.

To refer patients appropriately to other health and social care services according to protocol providing timely and detailed information to ensure good continuity of care.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own work including responsibility of an allocated patient caseload /workload.

To deliver individualised Physiotherapy intervention and treatment programmes using a broad range of Physiotherapy skills in individual and group settings.

To continually reassess patient progress, adapting treatment plans accordingly, and developing discharge plans.

To refer patients appropriately to other health and social care services according to protocol providing timely and detailed information to ensure good continuity of care.

Person Specification

Job Spec

Essential

Good general education
GCSE Maths & English at grade C or grade 4/Alternative Accepted awards: Functional Skills Level 2
Evidence of Level 3 study or equivalent required: Access to HE Diploma (QAA approved) with 45 credits at Level 3
A levels: 3 to include science (AS Levels not accepted)
Knowledge of acute and community therapy services/pathways
Relevant experience within the acute settings
Communicating with MDT, patients, families and community partners
Keyboard and Microsoft IT skills
Well-developed therapeutic handling skills
Communication skills
Ability to motivate and encourage

Desirable

Evidence of recent relevant further education i.e level 3 qualification
Experience with support and training other staff
Computer and clerical skills

Person Specification

Job Spec

Essential

Good general education
GCSE Maths & English at grade C or grade 4/Alternative Accepted awards: Functional Skills Level 2
Evidence of Level 3 study or equivalent required: Access to HE Diploma (QAA approved) with 45 credits at Level 3
A levels: 3 to include science (AS Levels not accepted)
Knowledge of acute and community therapy services/pathways
Relevant experience within the acute settings
Communicating with MDT, patients, families and community partners
Keyboard and Microsoft IT skills
Well-developed therapeutic handling skills
Communication skills
Ability to motivate and encourage

Desirable

Evidence of recent relevant further education i.e level 3 qualification
Experience with support and training other staff
Computer and clerical skills

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

Employer details

Employer name

Medway NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Medway Maritime Hospital

Windmill Road

Gillingham

ME7 5NY

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Medway NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Medway Maritime Hospital

Windmill Road

Gillingham

ME7 5NY

Employer's website

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