Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Return to Practice AHP (ODP/OT) - Unpaid Placement

The closing date is 02 November 2025

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity to support a return to practice Allied Health Professional. This will be in conjunction with a recognised university course (online) and practical experience on placement. The position is for a minimum of 15 hours per week and maximum of 30 hours per week.

This is an honorary contract with vacancies available to apply to on the completion of the course.

Main duties of the job

To develop clinical and professional competence as an Allied Health Professional (AHP) to meet the standards of proficiency to be readmitted to the Health & Care Professions Council and / or Profession specific register. To contribute to the provision of high standards and to demonstrate safe practice.

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.

Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.

This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

Date posted

17 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

Depending on experience Unpaid Placement

Contract

Honorary

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

405-25-CS444RAHP-A

Job locations

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

Qualified AHP
Lapsed HCPC and / or professional body registration

Experience

Essential

Experience of working as registered AHP
Excellent working knowledge of HCPC and/ or professional body standards
Knowledge of Return to Practice requirements for specific profession

Skills, Abilities & Knowledge

Essential

Excellent time management and organisational skills
Demonstrate an understanding of professional accountability
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Able to work effectively within a clinical environment
Excellent communication skills

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

Qualified AHP
Lapsed HCPC and / or professional body registration

Experience

Essential

Experience of working as registered AHP
Excellent working knowledge of HCPC and/ or professional body standards
Knowledge of Return to Practice requirements for specific profession

Skills, Abilities & Knowledge

Essential

Excellent time management and organisational skills
Demonstrate an understanding of professional accountability
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Able to work effectively within a clinical environment
Excellent communication skills

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

Employer's website

https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

Employer's website

https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)