We have an exciting opportunity for a OT Apprentice/Assistant to join our friendly and committed team at EPUT working as part of our Older Adults Community Mental Health Team.

The role of the Occupational Therapy Apprentice/Assistant will be fully supported in their role working as part of a small and friendly team providing groups and one to one therapy. We cover the West of EPUT covering groups over a number of different sites and completing home visits. The successful candidate will be fully supported with regular supervision and CPD opportunities.

There is also be an opportunity for the staff member to apply for the Apprenticeship pathway you will gain experience working in Occupational Therapy whilst also supported with carer development in collaboration with the University of Essex with the view of becoming a registered Occupational Therapist.

1. To support therapy staff in the implementation of treatment programmes.
2. To carry out one to one and group interventions as directed by Senior Therapy staff.
3. To plan and facilitate group activities as directed by the Senior Therapists.
4. To develop rapport with clients to encourage their interest in skills.
5. To be aware of individual patients needs through communication with Therapy staff.
6. To observe general behaviour, ability and response of clients/patients to activities.
7. To have an awareness of the situations that may make clients/patients vulnerable or at risk.
8. To report any concerns immediately to Senior Therapy staff.
9. To respect clients/patients choices and confidentiality at all times.
10.To record interventions in an agreed format.

EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;

Season Ticket Loans

NHS discounts for staff

Excellent Training facilities and opportunities

Buying and Selling annual leave scheme

Day One Flexible Employer

The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment

Join our Staff bank

What is Staff Bank?

Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.

All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.

If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.

1. To support therapy staff in the implementation of treatment programmes.
2. To carry out one to one and group interventions as directed by Senior Therapy staff.
3. To plan and facilitate group activities as directed by the Senior Therapists.
4. To develop rapport with clients to encourage their interest in skills.
5. To be aware of individual patients needs through communication with Therapy staff.
6. To observe general behaviour, ability and response of clients/patients to activities.
7. To have an awareness of the situations that may make clients/patients vulnerable or at risk.
8. To report any concerns immediately to Senior Therapy staff.
9. To respect clients/patients choices and confidentiality at all times.
10.To record interventions in an agreed format.
11. Any other tasks delegated by qualified staff as appropriate to grade and experience.

Administration:
1. To support the administration of the team as required.
2. To complete necessary statistical information, e.g. daily diary sheets.
3. To note any faulty equipment and inform qualified staff.
4. To ensure work areas are kept clean and tidy.

Profession Specific Duties:
1. Attend professional and team meetings as required.
2. To undertake annual appraisal and to contribute constructively to the supervision process.
3. To comply with policies and agreed procedures for annual leave, sickness and time owing.

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

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