Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT

Rotational Occupational Therapy Apprentice

The closing date is 21 August 2025

Job summary

The Occupational Therapy Degree Apprentices will work on a rotational basis under the supervision and guidance of a qualified Occupational Therapist for the duration of their apprenticeship. The post holder will carry out occupational therapy under the supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist. This will include working on patients' performance in completing or participating in activities of daily living. The post holder will work closely with the Occupational Therapists and other members of the multi-disciplinary team in enabling patients to maintain or improve their function.

The apprenticeship will comprise of

o On the job training and university learning

o A mixture of academic and practiced based learning and assessment to develop and maintain knowledge, skills and competencies as detailed in the Health and Care Professions Council standards of proficiency.

o On the job - mentorship and structured progression for the student (e-portfolio) o Attendance at University sessions and successful completion of placements

o Undertake a flexible learning approach - online lectures/ interactions to aid flexible learning.

Apprentices will be required to complete a BSc (Hons) degree in Occupational Therapy approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT)

o On successful completion of the programme the apprentice will be offered a Band 5 OT post within the organisation

Main duties of the job

The Occupational Therapy Degree Apprentices will work on a rotational basis under the supervision and guidance of a qualified Occupational Therapist for the duration of their apprenticeship. The post holder will carry out occupational therapy under the supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist. This will include working on patients' performance in completing or participating in activities of daily living. The post holder will work closely with the Occupational Therapists and other members of the multi-disciplinary team in enabling patients to maintain or improve their function.

The apprenticeship will comprise of

o On the job training and release to complete university learning delivered by Sheffield Hallam University

o On the job - mentorship and structured progression for the student (e-portfolio) o Attendance at University sessions and successful completion of placements

o Undertake a flexible learning approach

Apprentices will be required to complete a BSc (Hons) degree in Occupational Therapy approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT)

o On successful completion of the programme the apprentice will be offered a Band 5 OT post within the organisation

About us

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

Details

Date posted

09 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

437-7337711

Job locations

North View

North Manchester General Hospital

Manchester

M8 5RB


Job description

Job responsibilities

The Occupational Therapy Degree Apprentices will work on a rotational basis under the supervision and guidance of a qualified Occupational Therapist for the duration of their apprenticeship. The post holder will carry out occupational therapy under the supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist. This will include working on patients performance in completing or participating in activities of daily living. The post holder will work closely with the Occupational Therapists and other members of the multi-disciplinary team in enabling patients to maintain or improve their function.

The apprenticeship will comprise of

On the job training and release to complete university learning delivered by Sheffield Hallam University

A mixture of academic and practiced based learning and assessment to develop and maintain knowledge, skills and competencies as detailed in the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) standards of proficiency.

On the job mentorship and structured progression for the student (e-portfolio) Attendance at University sessions and successful completion of placements

Undertake a flexible learning approach online lectures/ interactions to aid flexible learning.

Apprentices will be required to complete a BSc (Hons) degree in Occupational Therapy approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT)

On successful completion of the programme the apprentice will be offered a Band 5 OT post within the organisation

Please see attached job description and person specification

Staff benefits

  • Pay Enhancements:

Band

Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6am

All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)

1

Time plus 47%

Time plus 94%

2

Time plus 41%

Time plus 83%

3

Time plus 35%

Time plus 69%

4 9

Time plus 30%

Time plus 60%

  • 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
  • Excellent pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Salary sacrifice car scheme
  • Wellbeing programme
  • Blue Light Card Discounts
  • fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Occupational Therapy Degree Apprentices will work on a rotational basis under the supervision and guidance of a qualified Occupational Therapist for the duration of their apprenticeship. The post holder will carry out occupational therapy under the supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist. This will include working on patients performance in completing or participating in activities of daily living. The post holder will work closely with the Occupational Therapists and other members of the multi-disciplinary team in enabling patients to maintain or improve their function.

The apprenticeship will comprise of

On the job training and release to complete university learning delivered by Sheffield Hallam University

A mixture of academic and practiced based learning and assessment to develop and maintain knowledge, skills and competencies as detailed in the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) standards of proficiency.

On the job mentorship and structured progression for the student (e-portfolio) Attendance at University sessions and successful completion of placements

Undertake a flexible learning approach online lectures/ interactions to aid flexible learning.

Apprentices will be required to complete a BSc (Hons) degree in Occupational Therapy approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT)

On successful completion of the programme the apprentice will be offered a Band 5 OT post within the organisation

Please see attached job description and person specification

Staff benefits

  • Pay Enhancements:

Band

Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6am

All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)

1

Time plus 47%

Time plus 94%

2

Time plus 41%

Time plus 83%

3

Time plus 35%

Time plus 69%

4 9

Time plus 30%

Time plus 60%

  • 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
  • Excellent pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Salary sacrifice car scheme
  • Wellbeing programme
  • Blue Light Card Discounts
  • fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Currently working as an OT assistant or equivalent position

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a healthcare/social care environment

Education

Essential

  • Evidence of achievement at GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths grade C or level 4 or equivalent

Desirable

  • GCSE in relevant science
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Currently working as an OT assistant or equivalent position

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a healthcare/social care environment

Education

Essential

  • Evidence of achievement at GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths grade C or level 4 or equivalent

Desirable

  • GCSE in relevant science

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

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT

Address

North View

North Manchester General Hospital

Manchester

M8 5RB


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT

Address

North View

North Manchester General Hospital

Manchester

M8 5RB


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Occupational Therapy Team Manager

Richard Wilson

richard.wilson@gmmh.nhs.uk

07824883789

Details

Date posted

09 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

437-7337711

Job locations

North View

North Manchester General Hospital

Manchester

M8 5RB


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