Job overview
The Therapy Service is excited to advertise an Occupational Therapy (OT) degree apprenticeship post as a fantastic development opportunity for an enthusiastic individual. Occupational Therapists range of skills and expertise make them an asset to any setting, providing the tools for people to live a fulfilling life with a focus on independence and reaching potential. Apprenticeships offer a unique opportunity to ‘earn while you learn’ as you progress throughout the three-year course while working at least 30 hours a week. A higher/degree apprenticeship in BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy
(Level 6) will enable you to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) which is required to practice as a registered Occupational Therapist.
We are looking for an individual who is motivated, enthusiastic and flexible in all areas of care and their approach to work. An OT apprentice will be able to apply their skills and knowledge to the workplace as they progress through their training. The ability to balance work-based learning and off the job time will be essential. You will also need to be compassionate, have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and be able to work as part of a team. The successful applicant will join our experienced integrated therapy team, working alongside occupational therapists, physiotherapists, therapy support workers and the wider multidisciplinary team.
Main duties of the job
To develop and use clinical reasoning skills and techniques to deliver therapeutic interventions, using the principles of Occupational Therapy in an integrated and client-centred way supported by competency frameworks.
To work within the Therapy team learning how to provide an effective and evidence-based service through assessing, planning and implementing treatment programmes.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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This advert is for Apprentice Occupational Therapist, Band 5 (Annex 21) with Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Cheltenham, South West, England. It is listed as a Band 2 Occupational Therapist role. The advertised salary is £25,377 - £29,282 (pa, pro rata if part-time). The contract type is Apprenticeship: 3 years. The application deadline is 24 Jun 2026.
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