Job summary
- Main area
- Occupational Therapy Technical Instructor
- Grade
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Job ref
- 373-SMH2136
- Employer
- Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FoundationTrust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Springview unit
- Town
- Bebington
- Salary
- £22,816 - £24,336 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 28/08/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Occupational Therapy Technical Instructor
Band 3
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time permanent Occupational therapy technical Instructor to join our dynamic team working with adults and older people who are experiencing acute mental illness requiring inpatient care within Springview unit, Clatterbridge hospital.
The successful applicant needs to be able to work as part of the Occupational Therapy Team, taking direction from the qualified OT’s but also to show initiative and self-direction when working independently. The Occupational Therapy service aims to support service users toward independence and safe discharge, using a person-centred approach.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will work as part of the Occupational Therapy team to plan and facilitate a varied programme of therapeutic activities, working in small groups or individually with service users. This is a dynamic role where no two days are the same.
The successful post holder will need to demonstrate a good understanding of Occupational therapy, mental health conditions, be enthusiastic and display a caring and compassionate nature.
Previous experience in working within Occupational therapy or with Individuals experiencing mental health conditions would be advantageous to this post as would an interest in arts/crafts and activities to engage patients who are suffering with their mental health.
The post is 37.5 hours (Monday – Friday). Working hours are presently between 8:30 – 4:30 (subject to change).
The successful individual will need to be an enthusiastic, passionate, adaptable, and highly motivated, with a keen interest in mental health. You will be part of an established, friendly, integrated multidisciplinary team, as well as receiving support, direction, and supervision from senior Occupational Therapy staff.
As a Trust, we encourage commitment to clinical supervision, annual appraisal and mandatory training.
Working for our organisation
CWP provides health and care services for local people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care – including the provision of three GP surgeries.
Our aim is to help people to be the best they can be, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We were recently rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission with a Good rating overall.
We offer a variety of roles at all levels, so whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, CWP is the right employer for you.
CWP are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences.
To support this, we offer up to three weeks induction, dependent on role, with our Prepare to Care programme for all new starters. This aims to give you all the knowledge and guidance to help you grow and flourish with CWP.
We welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description for full details.
Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trust’s Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking a Values Based Interview/Assessment, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trust’s Values and Behaviours which are ‘the 6 Cs’ Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion and Commitment. The supporting information section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trust’s Values and associated behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/completing-application-guidance. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email – [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the ‘essential’ criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer ‘YES’ to the question: ‘Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?’
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
CWP is proud to be an accredited Veteran Aware organisation helping to provide and share best practice in NHS care for our armed forces community. As a veteran aware organisation, CWP is committed to delivering on the principles of the Armed Force Covenant and has a ‘Silver’ award with the MOD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (DERS).
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £13 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
If you experience any technical difficulties or need help when making an application please contact our Recruitment Team on 01244 393100.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- NVQ Level III or equivalent in relevant subject area with experience in health care setting
- Good amount of experience in an Occupational therapy setting and willing to work towards NVQ Level III in relevant subject
- Level 1 certificate in Basic Food Hygiene or be willing to gain within 3 months of being in post
Desirable criteria
- Either have, or working towards ECDL or CLAIT qualification
Knowledge & Expertise
Essential criteria
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Skills in using a variety of activities and interventions relevant to the post including creative activities and domestic skills
- Co-ordination and organisational skills
- Basic risk assessment and risk management skills
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively
- Basic computer literacy
- Basic understanding of issues affecting adults with a mental health difficulty and / or learning disability
Desirable criteria
- Skills in leading groups.
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience in a health care setting
Desirable criteria
- Experience in adult mental health or learning disabilities
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- susie walsh
- Job title
- Lead Occupational therapist
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01513435525
- Additional information
For more information and an opportunity to discuss the post or visit the service please contact:
Susie Walsh Lead Occupational Therapist on 01513435525
If you consider yourself Neurodivergent and need help to complete your application form, please contact [email protected] or telephone 01244 393100
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