Band 5 Trainee Rehabilitation Engineer

Transformation Unit; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full NHS terms and conditions

Relocation payment

Discounts for local and nationalRetail

Well-being services

Flexible working

Job summary

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Band 5 Trainee Rehabilitation Engineer to undertake the IPEM Clinical Technologist Training Scheme. This role is based mainly with Warwickshire Wheelchair Service and involves hands-on work with equipment.

You will develop through a formal training plan to register as a Clinical Technologist and will participate in CPD and supervision throughout the scheme.

Qualifications

• Engineering/Science degree or equivalent with relevant experience.
• Eligible for IPEM Clinical Technologist Training Scheme.
• Interest in rehabilitation engineering and wheelchair services.

Responsibilities

• Undergo formal training to become a Clinical Technologist (Rehabilitation Engineer).
• Carry out hands-on adjustments of mechanical and electrical equipment using hand tools.
• Build a portfolio of evidence during the 2-year scheme for IPEM moderation.
• Work across the West Midlands, mainly Warwickshire Wheelchair Service, with placements at other sites.

Skills

Communication skills

Engineering analysis

Empathy for disabilities

Hand tools

Biomechanics basics

Wheelchairs & seating

Education

Engineering / Science Degree (BSc / BEng)

Mechanical/biomechanical Engineering degree

Tools

CAD software

Stability assessment system

Wheelchair programming tools

Job description

Employer Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre Town Birmingham but could be at sites throughout West Midlands Salary £32,073 - £39,043 per annum (pro rata) Salary period Yearly Closing 23/10/2026 23:59

Band 5 Trainee Rehabilitation Engineer

Band 5

Job overview

The Adult and Specialist Rehabilitation Division of BCHC is looking to recruit a Trainee Rehabilitation Engineer (Clinical Technologist ). The successful applicant will undertake the IPEM Clinical Technologist Training Scheme with the intention of meeting the requirements of the Register of Clinical Technologists or the Academy of Healthcare Science Register.

The position we are recruiting to is that of a Trainee Rehabilitation Engineer to based with predominantly Warwickshire Wheelchair Service. You will already have suitable qualifications such as a mechanical or medical engineering degree or alternative qualifications with relevant experience to be eligible to join the IPEM Clinical Technologist Training Scheme

Main duties of the job

We require a trainee Rehabilitation Engineer (healthcare science practitioner / clinical tecnologist) to undergo a formal training programme to become a qualified member of our Rehabilitation Engineering team to support our future staff needs

The position is patient facing and very hands on with respect to using hand tools to adjust and fit equipment. You will be required you to build a portfolio of evidence throughout the 2 year scheme which together with observed practice will be assessed by IPEM Moderators.

The Rehabilitation Engineer Service is based in Selly Oak, Birmingham however the training placement is primarily based at Warwickshire Wheelchair Service (Leamington Spa and Nuneaton). However, some placements and learning opportunities will be based at other locations, generally within the West Midlands. The aim of this post being to grow the clinical capacity at these Wheelchair Services

Upon successful completion of the Training Scheme you wil be eligible to join the Register for Clinical Technologists allowing you to apply for qualified Rehabilitation Engineer positions within our service.

As part of of a Rehabilitation Engineering Team of over 25 staff you will participate in an active CPD and Clinical Supervision programme.

Working for our organisation

Be Part of Our Team...

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHC) has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people, parents and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre and one of Europe’s leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Complete an approved training plan identified in the Rehabilitation Engineer Training scheme,to enable registration with the Register for Clinical Technologists / Health Professions Council as a Clinical Technologist (Rehabilitation Engineer).

Clinical work experience may take place at hospitals clinics, schools, other institutions and on domiciliary visits. This is a patient facing role

Use of tools to carry out the adjustment of mechanical and electrical equipment

Use IT equipment to write reports, use email. Specialist use of IT equipment required using a computer aided drawing system, a stability assessment system and pressure measuring equipment and wheelchair programming tools.

Person specification

Qualification

• Engineering / Science Degree (BSc / BEng)
• Degree in Mechanical or biomechanical Engineering

Experience

• The ability to work within an ISO13485 Quality System
• Experience working with people with disability, wheelchairs and/ or seating desirable

Skills

• Good Communication Skills. Ability to express themselves clearly both orally and in writing
• Ability to analyse simple engineering problems
• Ability to relate to people with disabilities and show empathy
• Ability to effectively use hand tools
• Ability to analyse simple biomechanical problems
• Knowledge of Wheelchairs and Seating

Personal Qualities

• Very Flexible Positive, energetic, enthusiastic in outlook and able to set a good example Ability to manage under pressure; work to tight deadlines, evidencing excellent time management, Able to work independently or as part of a team

In accordance with UK Home Office requirements, Band 2 clinical and non-clinical roles and Band 3 Non-Clinical roles are not eligible for sponsorship.

Please note that the majority of non-clinical roles (Agenda for Change Band 3 - 6) with the exception of those which appear on this list - link , will not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK.

All non-clinical roles (Agenda for Change Bands 7 - 9) that meet the prescribed skill level (RQF 6) and salary threshold will be eligible for sponsorship.

The Trust will accept applications from candidates who can evidence their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes.

Disability Confident Employer and Guaranteed Interview Scheme

BCHC offers a guaranteed interview to any candidate who is Disabled, Neurodiverse, has a hidden or long term health condition as recognised under the Equality Act 2010, providing they meet the essential criteria of the job role, as set out in the person specification. We encourage applicants to submit their applications and to request any reasonable adjustments where required.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

As part of our ongoing commitment to being a Great Place to Work, we actively foster and support a workplace culture that is inclusive and equitable for all staff, patients and service users.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed and valued. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with diverse abilities, experiences, and perspectives.

We are also dedicated to supporting the career progression of colleagues from underrepresented backgrounds into this role and more senior roles within the Division and the wider organisation.

Promoting Workforce Equality

In response to data held by BCHC which demonstrates that individuals from particular protected characteristics are under-represented, BCHC are striving to redress these imbalances. In order to do this, the Trust is committed to the employment and career development of individuals with these protected characteristics. As part of this commitment and given this under-representation, the Trust guarantees an interview to any applicants from under-represented groups for positions at Band 8a and above whose application meets the essential criteria for the post as detailed on the Person Specification.

The Trust is currently under-represented in terms of people who identify as Black, Minority Ethnic (BME) and welcomes applicants from these communities. Selection will be on the basis of merit. In order to ensure the diversity of our workforce and understand the differing needs of our communities, the Trust is committed to the principles of Positive Action.

DBS Costs

Please be aware that all new employees starting work with the Trust will be charged for the cost of their DBS check if it is required for the role. The cost will be deducted from your salary in 3 payments over a 3-month period once you start employment. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to these deductions being made. The charges for the DBS include the administration fee. The total costs are £26.40 for a standard check and £54.40 for an enhanced check. The level of check will be determined by the post you are applying for. For bank Workers the full cost of the DBS check (as detailed above) will be deducted from your pay following completion of your online mandatory training. No payment will be made for your online training until it is all complete and verified by the Temporary Staffing Team. Please note: You will not be able to work any bank shifts until you have completed your mandatory training, and your DBS is in place.

Flexible Working

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHC) supports a variety of flexible working practices and, where possible (given our range of services and community settings) dependent upon the requirements associated with the role, will actively consider requests made and support these where practically possible. This may include hybrid patterns of working to enable colleagues to request the flexibility of a mixture of home/base working.

In accordance with the NHS People Promise, the Trust is committed to facilitating a healthy work/life balance that is essential to health and wellbeing and to making BCHC a ‘Great Place to Work’. We will be happy to discuss and consider all requests relating to working patterns and hours at your interview so please do ask!

Benefits of working for us:

• Full NHS terms and conditions including extensive holidays, Agenda for Change pay with enhancements
• Attractive relocation payment if you relocate to the local area.
• Discounts for local and national retailers
• Dedicated well-being services for all employees
• Flexible working where possible

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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.