Therapy Technical Instructor

NHS; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious University Hospital as a Therapy Technical Instructor, where you'll support various clinical teams in acute settings. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your career in a dynamic healthcare environment, working alongside experienced professionals in the NHS. With a focus on staff wellbeing and flexible working arrangements, you'll be part of a team that prioritizes patient care and personal development. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare and have the necessary qualifications, this could be the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Personal development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above required.
• Experience in NHS or similar healthcare settings is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support teams across various clinical settings within acute wards.
• Work with medical and surgical teams providing respiratory and emergency care.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Understanding of therapy interventions

Ability to travel and work across multiple sites

Education

GCSE English Grade C/4

GCSE Maths Grade C/4

Therapy Apprenticeship

A Level/NVQ in relevant fields

Job description

Job summary

We are seeking Therapy Technical Instructors to join the Medical & Surgical and Network Services Therapy teams at UHNM. These roles offer the chance to work in an esteemed University Hospital, supporting teams across various clinical settings within acute wards at UHNM sites.

The ideal candidates will have healthcare experience, an understanding of therapy interventions, and will complete competencies in Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy.

Main duties of the job

The Medical post involves working with medical and surgical teams providing respiratory, post-surgical, medical, frail, and emergency care across the West Midlands.

The Network Services post includes rotations through Trauma, Elective, Orthopaedics, Fractured Neck of Femur wards, the Acute Rehabilitation and Trauma Unit, Neurology, Paediatrics, and Cardiothoracic wards.

Supervision will be provided by Band 5/6/7 Occupational Therapists/Physiotherapists, with personal development supported through appraisals and training opportunities.

About us

UHNM NHS Trust encompasses Royal Stoke Hospital and County Hospital, Stafford. Royal Stoke is a large, teaching hospital with a turnover of £360 million, located near major conurbations and rural areas, including the Peak District. It cares for over 600,000 patients annually, offering emergency and planned care, and collaborates with Keele University for teaching and research.

We prioritize staff wellbeing, offering flexible working arrangements, including full-time, part-time, and bank hours, with options for agile working based on role suitability.

Details

Date posted: 09 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 3

Salary: £24,625 to £25,674 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 205-7185829

Job location: Royal Stoke Site, Newcastle Road, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 6QG

Job responsibilities

For detailed information, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications (Essential):

• GCSE English Grade C/4 or above or evidence of good literacy
• GCSE Maths Grade C/4 or above or evidence of good numeracy

Desirable qualifications include:

• GCSE Science Grade C/4 or above
• Therapy Apprenticeship (completed or ongoing)
• A Level/NVQ in relevant fields
• Qualifications in health/social or sports environments

Experience (Essential):

• Experience in NHS or similar healthcare/social/sports settings

Desirable experience:

• Therapy environment experience
• NHS experience

Skills, Ability & Knowledge:

• Ability to travel and work across multiple sites

Additional requirements include a DBS check and eligibility for Skilled Worker sponsorship, with relevant guidance provided.