Job summary
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust has an exciting opportunity for individuals who wish to pursue a career in Occupational Therapy but do not wish to proceed through a conventional higher education route.
We are offering a position as an Apprentice Occupational Therapist, which will entail part time clinical work with the Walsall Manor Hospital therapy team, and part time degree level study with Wolverhampton University.
Successful candidates will work as Therapy Support Workers while undergoing their studies, this will enable them to apply the knowledge gained during their Occupational Therapy course.
This is a fantastic opportunity to qualify as an Occupational Therapist, without committing to full time University Study, providing the ability to earn whilst gaining a professional qualification.
The entry requirements are non-negotiable, so we advise candidates to check the attached person specification carefully, to ensure they have the requisite qualifications to apply for degree level study.
Main duties of the job
To undertake support work, to aid the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of patients under the direction of the registered therapist. To ensure the treatment areas and equipment are ready for use.
This role also entails working alongside qualified Occupational Therapists to assist in the application of knowledge gained from University Attendance.
The post holder must uphold both their clinical workplace commitments and those for their academic study, completing all necessary work by the deadline and completing clinical placements to a satisfactory level. Ongoing progression in University study is essential for this position, employment will be unable to continue without academic attendance and eventual degree level qualification
About us
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust provides integrated acute and community Healthcare in the West Midlands serving a population of 260,000 residents. Walsall Manor Hospital houses the full range of district general hospital services. The £170 million development was completed in 2010 and we are continually upgrading. Extension of a Neonatal Unit and an approved plan to build a brand new, state of the art Emergency Department which will commence in 2021
We provide high quality, friendly and effective community health services from multiple sites covering Walsall. Our multidisciplinary services include rapid response and homebased care, so that those with long term conditions and the frail elderly can remain in their own homes.
We are recommended by colleagues as a place to work which is supported by the trusts values to work as part of a team, being respectful, compassionate and professional. We are committed to investing in our workforce
The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including: salary sacrifice scheme; car leasing scheme; on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability); the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme; and the opportunity to develop and implement your expertise in an encouraging yet challenging environment
RESPECT - COMPASSION - TEAMWORK - PROFESSIONALISM
Job description
Job responsibilities
This Apprenticeship is both a professional and academic award and will equip you with the necessary knowledge, skills and behaviours required to become an occupational therapist.
The course will build on your existing abilities and understanding of what it is to be an occupational therapist and on completion of the course, you will be able to work as part of an effective team to deliver high quality, safe and personalised interventions to patients, their families and carers.
Following successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be awarded a BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy and the Apprenticeship Certificate. You will then be eligible to register with the Health and Care Professions Council as an Occupational Therapist.
Once the Occupational Therapy Apprenticeship is complete and the candidate has an OT degree qualification, they will have the opportunity to apply for our qualified occupational therapy positions as a Junior Rotational Band 5 OT.
Note this role will entail working in the hospital environment and exposure to clinically unwell patients, hence candidates must be fully Covid Vaccinated at the point of employment and must be emotionally prepared to work in a front line NHS area.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This Apprenticeship is both a professional and academic award and will equip you with the necessary knowledge, skills and behaviours required to become an occupational therapist.
The course will build on your existing abilities and understanding of what it is to be an occupational therapist and on completion of the course, you will be able to work as part of an effective team to deliver high quality, safe and personalised interventions to patients, their families and carers.
Following successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be awarded a BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy and the Apprenticeship Certificate. You will then be eligible to register with the Health and Care Professions Council as an Occupational Therapist.
Once the Occupational Therapy Apprenticeship is complete and the candidate has an OT degree qualification, they will have the opportunity to apply for our qualified occupational therapy positions as a Junior Rotational Band 5 OT.
Note this role will entail working in the hospital environment and exposure to clinically unwell patients, hence candidates must be fully Covid Vaccinated at the point of employment and must be emotionally prepared to work in a front line NHS area.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 3 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C+/ 4 in an English based subject, Maths and Science
- 104 UCAS points or equivalent (BTEC, access course, etc.) - May consider other qualifications or relevant experience.
Experience
Essential
- Formal experience within therapy services, preferably within an acute NHS setting
- Skills and abilities necessary for the safe and effective performance of the job
Skills
Essential
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 3 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C+/ 4 in an English based subject, Maths and Science
- 104 UCAS points or equivalent (BTEC, access course, etc.) - May consider other qualifications or relevant experience.
Experience
Essential
- Formal experience within therapy services, preferably within an acute NHS setting
- Skills and abilities necessary for the safe and effective performance of the job
Skills
Essential
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
