Job summary
This is a fixed term training post of 37.5 hours per week, paid under Annex 21. On successful completion of the Apprenticeship programme, you will become an Occupational Therapist on the Band 5 pay scale in permanent contract.
As an apprenticeship this role is supported by an accompanying assessment and skills development programme, during which the post holder will gain the skills and knowledge relevant for this role. Learning will be a mix of in the workplace, formal on and off the job training, and the opportunity to practise new skills in a real work environment. On successful completion of their Apprenticeship, they will have the right knowledge, skills, and behaviours they need for their chosen role.
This opportunity includes:
- Paid employment with holiday leave
- Hands-on-experience working in a leading NHS organisation
- 6 hours per week time, pro rota off-the-job learning
- Support to gain a nationally recognised qualification
The post holder will be supported to work towards successful completion of:
BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy at UCLAN.
Annex 21 salary
- Year 1 - 65% of top of Band 5 - £22,477.65
- Year 2 - 70% of top of Band 5 - £24,206.70
- Year 3 - 75% of top of Band 5 - £25,935.75
On completion of the Degree Programme, the successful candidate will transfer to the entry point for AfC Band 5 payscale.
Main duties of the job
A flexible approach to day to day tasks is essential, in order to meet the demands of the serviceespecially as the majority of our services work over 7 days per week.Applicants will be expected to travel to University to fulfil their off the job training hours and when necessary to participate in providing outreach services.
Our philosophy is to keep the patient at the heart of everything we do. We look for people who are willing to go the extra mile, not because they are asked to, but because they are committed to being part of a healthcare team that delivers an excellent caring service to our patients.
In return for your hard work and dedication we can offer a friendly and welcoming team and all the support and continuing professional development you will need to make a difference to patients and staff. We have an innovative service of AHP's with an excellent staff supervision system enabling our staff to be committed to developing both their service and themselves. Clinical Governance, research and audit activities are encouraged within the service.
About us
The Secretary of State has approved the partnership between St Helens & Knowsley and Southport & Ormskirk Hospitals.
From 1st July we have come together as a single organisation under the name Mersey & West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
The Trust delivers acute hospital care, intermediate care, community, and primary care services to a population of over 600,000 people with a combined workforce of around 9000 dedicated and skilled staff from 17 locations including Whiston, Southport & Formby, St Helens, Ormskirk and Newton hospitals.
The Trust provides regional services for burns, plastic surgery and spinal injuries to more than 4 million people across Mersey and West Lancashire, Cheshire, the Isle of Man and North Wales.
Our Vision is to deliver 5 Star Patient Care:
- CAREthat is evidence based, high quality and compassionate
- SAFETY that is of the highest standards
- COMMUNICATION that is open, inclusive and respectful
- SYSTEMS that are efficient, patient centred and reliable
- PATHWAYS that are best practice and embedded, but also respect the individual needs of patients
Our achievements include:
- Trust rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
- Awarded National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for our Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
Please see our Wellbeing & Benefits booklet for more information on our staff benefits. Accessible version available upon request.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification for entry requirements onto the Degree Apprentice Programme commencing in September at UCLAN.
Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by the Course Lead and Therapy Management team.
We are excited to offer you this opportunity and look forward to your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification for entry requirements onto the Degree Apprentice Programme commencing in September at UCLAN.
Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by the Course Lead and Therapy Management team.
We are excited to offer you this opportunity and look forward to your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English or equivalent qualification.
- 120 UCAS Tariff Points, OR, oAccess to Higher Education in a relevant subject (allied health, professions allied to medicine), OR, oOpen University or other accepted distance learning qualification (on discussion with Admissions Tutor), OR, evidence of study in the last 3 years to A Level standard alongside relevant experience. 3
Desirable
- Relevant experience within the acute healthcare system
Mental Effort
Essential
- Ability to prioritise and balance workload and academic demands
- Ability to work to deadlines
- Have a flexible approach to working with good time management
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate and consolidate Occupational Theory into Practice
- Ability to work under supervision and as part of a wider team
- Demonstrate problem -solving skills and experience
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of settings
- Able to demonstrate good IT skills
- Able to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills
- Aligns to Trust values
Physical Effort
Essential
- To be able to carry out moving and handling with patients using appropriate equipment as required
- Able to meet the travel requirements for the post
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English or equivalent qualification.
- 120 UCAS Tariff Points, OR, oAccess to Higher Education in a relevant subject (allied health, professions allied to medicine), OR, oOpen University or other accepted distance learning qualification (on discussion with Admissions Tutor), OR, evidence of study in the last 3 years to A Level standard alongside relevant experience. 3
Desirable
- Relevant experience within the acute healthcare system
Mental Effort
Essential
- Ability to prioritise and balance workload and academic demands
- Ability to work to deadlines
- Have a flexible approach to working with good time management
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate and consolidate Occupational Theory into Practice
- Ability to work under supervision and as part of a wider team
- Demonstrate problem -solving skills and experience
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of settings
- Able to demonstrate good IT skills
- Able to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills
- Aligns to Trust values
Physical Effort
Essential
- To be able to carry out moving and handling with patients using appropriate equipment as required
- Able to meet the travel requirements for the post
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).
