University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Occupational Therapy Technical Instructor - Orthoapedic and Trauma

The closing date is 14 August 2025

Job summary

We are looking for a keen applicant to be part of our Orthopaedic and Trauma Team at St. Richard's Hospital Chichester. As an Occupational Therapy Technician you will be providing therapeutic care to patients on the acute inpatient wards and outpatients as part of the elective surgical pathways. This is a non-registered post which will offer opportunities for building skills and developing within Occupational Therapy.

This post would ideally suit applicants with previous experience and competencies working in a similar role in Occupational Therapy services, providing direct care to patients/clients.You will work as part of an established OT team covering in-patient wards, under the direct supervision of the Occupational Therapists. You will be required to carry out thorough treatment programmes, accompany / assist on home assessments and participate in general administration and housekeeping tasks.

The successful candidates must be able to demonstrate good communication and problem solving skills and enjoy working both independently and as part of a team.

We can provide on the job training and lots of opportunities to work with experienced staff as well as member of the multi disciplinary team to deliver high quality care.

Main duties of the job

JOB PURPOSE: To apply, under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist, technical and creative skills in the provision of a flexible, patient centred programme of Occupational Therapy assessments and treatments.DIMENSIONS: To work effectively as a member of the multi-disciplinary team in providing a programme of Occupational Therapy assessments andtreatments for a selected caseload of patients, being able to makealterations when required by assessment of patient progress

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programmefor staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/

Date posted

31 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

279-7369058-AUG25

Job locations

St. Richard's Hospital

Spitalfield Road

Chichester

PO19 6SE

Job description

Job responsibilities

We strongly recommend that you refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for details of this post.

We offer:

Good team support A supportive learning environmentDevelopmental opportunities with links to regional support worker networksRegular formal and informal supervision with an annual personal development review

Car driver is desirable due to community aspects of this post.

Job description

Job responsibilities

We strongly recommend that you refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for details of this post.

We offer:

Car driver is desirable due to community aspects of this post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Good level of education - 4 GCSE's at Grade C or above or equivalent

Desirable

A recognised qualification in an area related to post or equivalent life skill Relevant NVQ qualification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

Awareness of Health & Safety issues and Risk Management
Experience of dealing with people Experience of working in a team An understanding of disability and social issues and the impact on people's functional ability
Experience of working in a team
An understanding of disability and social issues and the impact on people's functional ability

Skills

Essential

Good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to develop effective working and therapeutic relationships
Ability to identify and analyse problems and offer solutions
Ability to collate, organise and respond effectively to information
Computer literacy

Personal Qualities

Essential

Commitment to patient centred, non-discriminatory practice
commitment to lifelong learning
Self motivation
Enthusiasm
A good team player
Willingness to undertake tasks such as cleaning equipment, personal care assessments
a current/valid license

Desirable

Own Transport
Willingness to work flexible hours

Equality Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Good level of education - 4 GCSE's at Grade C or above or equivalent

Desirable

A recognised qualification in an area related to post or equivalent life skill Relevant NVQ qualification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

Awareness of Health & Safety issues and Risk Management
Experience of dealing with people Experience of working in a team An understanding of disability and social issues and the impact on people's functional ability
Experience of working in a team
An understanding of disability and social issues and the impact on people's functional ability

Skills

Essential

Good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to develop effective working and therapeutic relationships
Ability to identify and analyse problems and offer solutions
Ability to collate, organise and respond effectively to information
Computer literacy

Personal Qualities

Essential

Commitment to patient centred, non-discriminatory practice
commitment to lifelong learning
Self motivation
Enthusiasm
A good team player
Willingness to undertake tasks such as cleaning equipment, personal care assessments
a current/valid license

Desirable

Own Transport
Willingness to work flexible hours

Equality Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.

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

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

St. Richard's Hospital

Spitalfield Road

Chichester

PO19 6SE

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

St. Richard's Hospital

Spitalfield Road

Chichester

PO19 6SE

Employer's website

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