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.
Details
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
Employer details
Employer name
Medway NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Medway Maritime Hospital
Windmill Road
Gillingham
ME7 5NY
Employer's website
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