Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapy Apprentice in Tees Adult Learning Disability Service , you will attend university and clinical placements and supported by a registered occupational therapist gain knowledge of using occupational therapy in practice.
You will provide support to service users to engage in a therapeutic programme of care, as delegated by an occupational therapist, demonstrating adherence to the Trust Values at all times and operating as a member of the team, service and organisation.
The training takes two years or three years depending on the course/route the successful candidate is accepted on, (linked to candidates expressed preferences for which course/ route in their job application, and it is ok to put all/any).
- Year 1 is a B3 OT apprentice post.
- For years 2 and 3 the post moves to a B4 OT apprenticeship post if year 1 has been successfully completed.
Where the course is a two-year course with a requirement for e.g. a previous degree, the staff member is classed as starting at year 2 and begins in post on the B4 OT apprentice job description.
Main duties of the job
- Attend University and practice placements
- To be responsible for working with delegated service users and contributing to assessments and interventions to address key occupational areas of self-care, productivity and leisure.
- To engage service users and their carers in therapeutic programmes of care, supporting them in achieving their identified goals and promoting independence and well-being through a client-centred approach
- To participate in clinical supervision
- To contribute to multi-disciplinary team working
- To contribute to safety and quality improvement activities as part of occupational therapy team.
- To use the Trust electronic patient record system
- To abide by all Trust policies and procedures
- To be able to respond flexibly and creatively to challenges
About us
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a competent, confident, and enthusiastic full time Occupational Therapy Apprentice to join our team - the ALD Tees Community Service. The role will be recruited to at a B3, with all postholders moving to B4 on successful completion year 1 of the occupational therapy apprenticeship with one of our partner Universities.
Please identify which OT apprenticeship course you are interested in accessing as part of your application. University start dates vary across courses, and prior to any apprenticeship course.
The multi-disciplinary team(s) work with adults with a diagnosed Learning Disabilities and their families to deliver specialist community services.
We are looking for an occupational therapy apprentice who can work flexibly to meet service need and has the vision, energy, and inspiration to support in the delivery of creative, imaginative solutions to working with adults with learning disabilities and their families and carers.
You will access support from the occupational therapy team within the ALD Service and wider occupational therapy service within TEWV, in supporting the delivering of a high quality, needs-led OT service, utilising your technical and creative skills to engage service users in therapeutic activities and supporting service users/carers to achieve their identified goals. In addition to the assessment, provision and review specialist adaptions and equipment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached job description(s).
To carry a designated caseload which remains the responsibility of the registered occupational therapist, often working without direct supervision in a variety of inpatient and community settings, including the service users own home.
To provide occupational therapy support to service users who have a range of mental health conditions and/or learning disabilities to enable them to maintain, restore or create a balance between their abilities and the demands of their occupation and environment in the areas of self-care, productivity and leisure.
To engage service users and their carers in co-produced/planned therapy programmes and encourage them in a compassionate manner, towards achieving their identified goals and to promote independence and well-being through a client-centred approach.
To provide the best possible experience for service users and carers.
To show commitment to and participate in quality improvement activities.
To promote at all times a positive image of people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities.
To promote at all times a positive image of the occupational therapy service/department and the wider Trust.
To attend University and clinical placements as set out in the relevant degree apprenticeship programme
To engage closely with the work based mentor, as well as clinical/professional supervisors and practice educators to support learning in the workplace
To complete and pass academic modules and clinical placements to the required standard in order to progress through the occupational therapy degree apprenticeship programme
To undertake a wide range of academic assessments for example; written assignments, presentations, practical demonstrations, viva voce, and completion of a portfolio
To ensure timely achievement in accordance with the academic programme requirements
To complete and pass the End Point Assessment
To organise and manage a dedicated clinical caseload in each rotation, area of clinical practice and/or placement, which will include gaining knowledge and experience of providing occupational therapy assessments and interventions for service users commensurate with the level/stage of apprenticeship
To demonstrate application of the occupational therapy process (assessment, intervention, evaluation) across a range of clinical settings commensurate with the level/stage of apprenticeship.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached job description(s).
To carry a designated caseload which remains the responsibility of the registered occupational therapist, often working without direct supervision in a variety of inpatient and community settings, including the service users own home.
To provide occupational therapy support to service users who have a range of mental health conditions and/or learning disabilities to enable them to maintain, restore or create a balance between their abilities and the demands of their occupation and environment in the areas of self-care, productivity and leisure.
To engage service users and their carers in co-produced/planned therapy programmes and encourage them in a compassionate manner, towards achieving their identified goals and to promote independence and well-being through a client-centred approach.
To provide the best possible experience for service users and carers.
To show commitment to and participate in quality improvement activities.
To promote at all times a positive image of people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities.
To promote at all times a positive image of the occupational therapy service/department and the wider Trust.
To attend University and clinical placements as set out in the relevant degree apprenticeship programme
To engage closely with the work based mentor, as well as clinical/professional supervisors and practice educators to support learning in the workplace
To complete and pass academic modules and clinical placements to the required standard in order to progress through the occupational therapy degree apprenticeship programme
To undertake a wide range of academic assessments for example; written assignments, presentations, practical demonstrations, viva voce, and completion of a portfolio
To ensure timely achievement in accordance with the academic programme requirements
To complete and pass the End Point Assessment
To organise and manage a dedicated clinical caseload in each rotation, area of clinical practice and/or placement, which will include gaining knowledge and experience of providing occupational therapy assessments and interventions for service users commensurate with the level/stage of apprenticeship
To demonstrate application of the occupational therapy process (assessment, intervention, evaluation) across a range of clinical settings commensurate with the level/stage of apprenticeship.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant Level 3 (or above) qualification in health, social care, or education
- Numeracy, Literacy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of paid or voluntary work with people with mental health conditions or learning disabilities
Desirable
- Experience working alongside occupational therapists
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of needs of service users with mental health conditions or learning disabilities
- Awareness of the needs of individuals from diverse social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds
Desirable
- Understanding of therapeutic terminology
- Understanding of a variety of therapeutic approaches
- Awareness of health & safety issues
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate information (verbal and written) effectively in a manner appropriate to the individual and situation
- Ability to engage individuals successfully in a variety of activities/occupations
- Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
Desirable
- Breakaway techniques
- Record keeping experience
Personal attributes
Essential
- Able to work in accordance with the Staff Compact and Trust Values and Behaviours
- Compassionate in meeting the needs of vulnerable people and their families and carers
- Able to work flexibly and adapt to change
- Ability to work collaboratively with members of the MDT to provide an effective service
- Committed to continual quality and service improvement
- Committed to promoting a positive image of people with mental health conditions or learning disabilities
- Committed to promoting a positive image of the Occupational Therapy Service
- Self awareness and committed to continual personal development
other requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel independently in accordance with Trust policies and service need
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant Level 3 (or above) qualification in health, social care, or education
- Numeracy, Literacy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of paid or voluntary work with people with mental health conditions or learning disabilities
Desirable
- Experience working alongside occupational therapists
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of needs of service users with mental health conditions or learning disabilities
- Awareness of the needs of individuals from diverse social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds
Desirable
- Understanding of therapeutic terminology
- Understanding of a variety of therapeutic approaches
- Awareness of health & safety issues
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate information (verbal and written) effectively in a manner appropriate to the individual and situation
- Ability to engage individuals successfully in a variety of activities/occupations
- Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
Desirable
- Breakaway techniques
- Record keeping experience
Personal attributes
Essential
- Able to work in accordance with the Staff Compact and Trust Values and Behaviours
- Compassionate in meeting the needs of vulnerable people and their families and carers
- Able to work flexibly and adapt to change
- Ability to work collaboratively with members of the MDT to provide an effective service
- Committed to continual quality and service improvement
- Committed to promoting a positive image of people with mental health conditions or learning disabilities
- Committed to promoting a positive image of the Occupational Therapy Service
- Self awareness and committed to continual personal development
other requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel independently in accordance with Trust policies and service need
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).
