# Occupational Therapist Technician Band 4 > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Northern Health and Social Care Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/occupational-therapist-technician-band-4/cc552846-440e-410f-9469-ba730595c2fe - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/occupational-therapist-technician-band-4/cc552846-440e-410f-9469-ba730595c2fe.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Northern Health and Social Care Trust - **Location:** Braid Valley Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Occupational Therapist - **Grade:** Band 4 - **Salary:** £27,485 - £30,162 - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Closing date:** 2026-09-29T16:00:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-09-15T22:03:04.185Z - **Source information URL:** https://jobs.hscni.net/Job/49189/nhsctoccupational-therapist-technician-band-4 - **Application URL:** https://jobs-app.hscni.net/sap/bc/webdynpro/sap/hrrcf_a_posting_apply?PARAM=cG9zdF9pbnN0X2d1aWQ9MDA1MDU2OTMyMzU0MUZFMUFDQTgyNEVEQzU3MzY3RUEmY2FuZF90eXBlPWU%3d - **Employer website:** https://www.northerntrust.hscni.net ## Job Content ### Job details - Branch: Antrim/Ballymena locality - Location: Braid Valley Site: B'mena HC - Directorate: Community Care Division - Functional Area: Occupational Therapy - Salary: Band 4 (£27,485 - £30,162) - Contract Type: Permanent - Opening Date: 15/09/26 - Closes: Tue, 29 September 2026 @ 5:00 PM - Interview Dates: TBC ### Notes If you are submitting a manual application, please post it to: Recruitment Shared Services, Rosewood Villa, Longstone Hospital Site, 73 Loughgall Road, Armagh, BT61 7PR. Applications received after the advertised closing date/time cannot be considered, so please allow enough time for postage. A waiting list may be created for similar posts that may arise while the waiting list is live, this may include temporary or part-time posts. This will be managed in line with the updated HSC waiting list principles effective from 1 April 2026. Where a part-time waiting list is required, one part-time waiting list will be created- regardless of any specific hours advertised, this waiting list will cover all future vacancies where part-time posts arise. A part-time post is defined as any post that has less than 37.5 hours per week. Please remember to save or print a copy of the job description before submitting your application, as it will not be accessible afterwards. Flexible Working We welcome flexible working requests from day one. All HSC organisations offer a range of flexible working options. The options available for this post will depend on the requirements of the role. Find out more about flexible working options on our website. ### Job Description Occupational Therapy Technician – Wheelchair Services The Northern Health and Social Care Trust (NHSCT) is responsible for the delivery of safe and effective health and social care (HSC) services to the population of the Northern Trust area in Northern Ireland. We provide compassionate care with our community in our community. In order to do this we require the commitment of a highly skilled and professional workforce that meets the need of the service. The diagram below outlines our values and our objectives which support the delivery of compassionate care within our community. The below diagram details the values and associated behaviours that we expect staff working within Health and Social Care (HSC) to display at all times; HSC Value What does this mean? What does this look like in practice? - Behaviours Working Together We work together for the best outcome for people we care for and support. We work across Health and Social Care and with other external organisations and agencies, recognising that leadership is the responsibility of all. I work with others and value everyone’s contribution I treat people with respect and dignity I work as part of a team looking for opportunities to support and help people in both my own and other teams I actively engage people on issues that affect them I look for feedback and examples of good practice, aiming to improve where possible Compassion We are sensitive, caring, respectful and understanding towards those we care for and support and our colleagues. We listen carefully to others to better understand and take action to help them and ourselves. I am sensitive to the different needs and feelings of others and treat people with kindness I learn from others by listening carefully to them I look after my own health and well-being so that I can care for and support others Excellence We commit to being the best we can be in our work, aiming to improve and develop services to achieve positive changes. We deliver safe, high-quality, compassionate care and support. I put the people I care for and support at the centre of all I do to make a difference I take responsibility for my decisions and actions I commit to best practice and sharing learning, while continually learning and developing I try to improve by asking ‘could we do this better?’ Openness & Honesty We are open and honest with each other and act with integrity and candour. I am open and honest in order to develop trusting relationships I ask someone for help when needed I speak up if I have concerns I challenge inappropriate or unacceptable behaviour and practice ### JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Occupational Therapy Technician – Wheelchair Services BAND: 4 DIRECTORATE/DIVISION: Community Care INITIAL LOCATION: Ballymena Health and Care Centre You will be required from time to time to work in other teams within and across localities to ensure timely provision of services as directed by management REPORTS TO: Lead Occupational Therapist, Wheelchair Services. ACCOUNTABLE TO: Professional Head of Occupational Therapy Services ### FLEXIBLE WORKING PROVISIONS AVAILABLE: Full-time working, Fixed working patterns. ### JOB SUMMARY The Occupational Therapy Technician for the Wheelchair Service is required to work as a member of the Wheelchair Team, to deliver a high quality Occupational Therapy Wheelchair Service to wheelchair users, their carers and families. He/she will be responsible for a delegated caseload, in the implementation and evaluation of Occupational Therapy interventions under the guidance of the First Line Manager. They will be required to work with Occupational Therapy colleagues across all programmes of care, responding to clients with a range of physical, sensory and learning disabilities. He/she will provide technical information and advice relating to wheelchairs, seating systems, pressure relieving cushions and wheelchair accessories. They will be required to analyse technical problems, determine feasible adjustments and action appropriately. They will also be required to participate in local wheelchair clinics and to deliver skills training programmes with wheelchair users and carers. ### KEY RESULT AREAS / MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES To be responsible for a delegated caseload and for organising own workload in line with agreed service priorities, policies and procedures, under the direct supervision of the First Line Manager To develop a high level of knowledge of the range of wheelchairs and associated products, undertaking regular training to continually update knowledge base. This will involve acting as a resource and adviser on the technical aspects of these products. To complete the handover of prescribed wheelchairs and associated products in accordance with service standards and procedures, undertaking necessary technical adjustments, within a clinic or community setting eg school, day centre or in the client’s own home To provide technical advice, information and training to clients and carers on the correct and safe use, care, maintenance, manual handing of the wheelchair and associated products. To participate in the delivery of Wheelchair Service clinics – assessment, issue, review and training clinics – with Occupational Therapists, Medical Technical Offices or private suppliers. This includes arranging availability of wheelchair equipment, setting up the clinic area, providing technical support and undertaking follow-up activities. To feedback to the designated, case holder Occupational Therapist regarding client progress, new areas of functional difficulty, changes within their environment and make appropriate judgements regarding the suitability of prescribed wheelchair and associated products To undertake joint home visits with Occupational Therapists where required, to provide technical advice and information and practical intervention To develop and deliver wheelchair skills training programmes, individual or group sessions, for cases delegated by the Occupational Therapist, adjusting the programme according the needs of the wheelchair users and their carers. To develop and deliver local EPIOC wheelchair training programmes to wheelchair users and Occupational therapists. This includes teaching OTs correct client training technique, assessment of performance, risk management and powered wheelchair product selection. To take responsibility for the maintenance of assessment stock, to include:- Wheelchairs, accessories, cushions – and liaise with the appropriate personnel regarding the servicing and repair of same, to ensure fitness for purpose and readiness for use. To observe correct and safe moving and handling and risk management procedures, including the use of hoist in domestic and clinic setting, in accordance with Trust Policy and Procedures. To document all relevant information relating to clinical work of the client’s case record and record information relating to professional activity in accordance with service procedures. To liaise with other disciplines, the Regional Disablement Service, Approved Repairer and private suppliers to ensure effective communication and sharing of information at all times, in accordance with Trust Procedures. To have a sound working knowledge of and be responsible for calibration and fault finding of Wheelchair Service equipment used in assessment To utilise the Regional Disablement Service IT system to monitor progress on the supply of prescribed wheelchairs and assist in maintaining accurate service information using local databases. To work with other members of the Wheelchair Team to ensure service standards are maintained, propose ways of improving service provision and contribute to the updating and implementation of new service procedures. To collate resource information for Occupational Therapy staff, ensure ease of access by cataloguing material, organising workstation and circulating information. To review and reflect on own practice and performance through regular participation in professional supervision and performance development. To participate in the induction, training and education of new staff and Occupational Therapy students. To adhere to the College of Occupational Therapist’s Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and service standards and procedures for Technical Instructors. To take responsibility for own Continuous Professional Development and attend training, courses etc. as directed by First Line Manager. To bring to the notice of Occupational Therapy Services Management any observed shortfall in service provision and suggested measures to improve services. To participate as required in service improvement initiatives and audit programmes for the purposes of evaluating and planning effective wheelchair services. To monitor all aspects and assist with the development of the Trust’s sub contracted temporary loan wheelchair service reporting any issues to the Lead OT. Responsibility for 6-weekly recalibration of FSA pressure mapping system, and for setting up FSA for assessment of wheelchair users and assisting and training OT staff in use of the pressure mapping system. To act upon MHRA alerts regarding wheelchair and associated equipment risks, including locating faulty equipment and carrying out MHRA remedial directives. In conjunction with the Trust’s Transport Department, be responsible for the safe and effective operation of the Wheelchair Service van To provide feedback to the Lead Occupational Therapist on the efficient and effective use of regionally refurbished wheelchairs To ensure that the highest standards of infection prevention and control are maintained to ensure patient and client safety Communicate effectively with other staff and maintain productive working relationships with others To be aware of the Data Protection Act 1998, the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environmental Information Regulations 2004 and Records Management and do not disclose, withhold, retain or dispose of any information unless legally authorised. ### GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES Employees of the Trust will be required to promote and support the mission and vision of the service for which they are responsible and:- At all times provide a caring service and to treat those with whom they come into contact in a courteous and respectful manner At all times demonstrate practice the HSC values of Working Together, Excellence, Openness & Honesty and Compassion Carry out their duties and responsibilities in a manner which assures patient and client safety Comply with all instructions in regard to Infection Prevention and Control Demonstrate their commitment by their regular attendance and the efficient completion of all tasks allocated to them Comply with the Trust’s Smoke Free Policy Carry out their duties and responsibilities in compliance with health and safety policy and statutory regulations Adhere to equal opportunities policy throughout the course of their employment Ensure the ongoing confidence of the public in service provision Adhere to the Code of Conduct for HSC Employees which aims to guide staff, managers and employers in the work that they do and the decisions and choices they have to make. Professional staff are expected to follow the code of conduct for their own professions as well as this code. The post holder will promote and support effective team working, fostering a culture of openness and transparency. The post holder will ensure that they take all concerns raised with them seriously and act in accordance with the NHSCT Raising Concerns Policy and their professional code of conduct, where applicable. ### RECORDS MANAGEMENT All employees of the Northern Health & Social Care Trust are legally responsible for all records held, created or used as part of their business within the Northern Health and Social Care Trust, including patient/client, corporate and administrative records whether paper based or electronic and also including e-mails. All such records are public records and are accessible to the general public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environment Regulations 2004, the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. Employees are required to be conversant and to comply with the Northern Health and Social Care Trust policies on Information Governance including (for example) the ICT Security Policy, Data Quality and Data Protection Policy and Records Management Policy and to seek advice if in doubt. ### SALARY BAND 4 £27,485 - £30,162 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) ### RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK Please note this role may not meet the requirements for a Skilled Worker visa (including a Heath and Care Worker visa) and the Trust therefore would be unable to employ anyone that requires Sponsorship. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration). ### HOURS Normal full-time hours of duty are 37½ hours per week, exclusive of meal times ### MEDICAL Appointment will be subject to a successful pre-employment health assessment. ### HOLIDAYS 27 days each year; 29 days after 5 years’ service; 33 days after 10 years’ service and 10 statutory and public holidays. ### PENSION The post-holder can participate in the Health Social Care Pension Scheme. ### NORTHERN TRUST BENEFITS You can explore the benefits on offer to you in the Northern Trust by clicking here ### PROBATIONARY PERIOD You will serve a probationary period of normally six months. ### WAITING LIST A waiting list may be compiled for similar permanent / temporary, full / part time posts which may arise within the next 6 months in the Northern Trust. ### PAY PROTECTION Legacy Trust Staff who apply for a promotion after 1 April 2011 should be aware that they will lose their legacy protection arrangements and will be entitled to pay protection in accordance with circular HSS (JNF)(1) 2011. This circular will also apply to legacy staff who are currently in receipt of protection and who move post on promotion. Completed application forms should be returned to the BSO Recruitment and Selection Shared Services Centre, on or before the closing date as stated in the advertisement. Canvassing, either directly or indirectly, will be an absolute disqualification. We will review this Job Description and it may include any other duties and responsibilities we determine in consultation with the jobholder. We do not intend it to be rigid and inflexible but rather to provide guidelines within which the jobholder works. (July, 2026) ### PERSONNEL SPECIFICATION Title of Post: Occupational Therapy Technician – Wheelchair Services Band of Post: 4 ### Notes to applicants You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question, how you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria. Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below, using the information provided by you on your application form. Proof of qualifications and/or professional registration will be required if an offer of employment is made – if you are unable to provide this, the offer may be withdrawn. Volunteering experience may be considered appropriate in particular for roles within the context of direct patient/client care. ### ESSENTIAL CRITERIA SECTION 1: The following are ESSENTIAL criteria which will initially be measured at shortlisting stage although may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage. You should therefore make it clear on your application form whether or not you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is stated below. Factor Criteria Method of Assessment Qualifications/ Registration 5 GCSE Grades (A - C) including English and Maths or equivalent AND Have completed a relevant accredited training course e.g.City and Guilds, HNC or NVQ Level III in mechanical or electrical engineering. Equivalent qualifications considered. And at least 1 year paid experience of working directly with people with disabilities. Or Have completed a relevant accredited training course e.g.City and Guilds, HNC or NVQ Level 2 in mechanical or electrical engineering. Equivalent qualifications considered. And at least 2 year experience of working directly with people with disabilities. 3 years paid experience of working directly with people with disabilities. And relevant knowledge and practical experience of adjustment of wheelchairs and/or specialist seating systems. Shortlisting by Application Form Other Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment. This criteria will be waived in the case of applicants whose disability prohibits driving but who have access to a form of transport approved by the Trust which will permit them to carry out the duties of the post. SECTION 2: The following are ESSENTIAL criteria which will be measured during the interview/ selection stage: Skills / Abilities Be able to analyse technical problems, determine feasible adjustments and action appropriately. Demonstrate willingness to complete relevant training in relation to wheelchairs and associated products. Interview / Test Knowledge Be able to provide technical information and advice relating to wheelchairs, seating systems, pressure relieving cushions and wheelchair accessories. Have basic ICT skills Awareness of the impact of disability on functional ability Awareness of Health & Safety in relation to wheelchairs and associated product. Able to demonstrate working knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical systems and equipment. Willing and able to work flexible hours as the needs of the service demands including weekend and bank holidays on a rota basis You will be required from time to time to work in other teams within and across localities to ensure timely provision of services as directed by management Value Based Recruitment Value Based Recruitment is a process adopted by the Northern Trust to attract and select employees on the basis that their individual values and behaviours align with those of the Trust. It focuses on the ‘how’ and ‘why’ people do what they do. Candidates who are short-listed for interview will need to demonstrate at interview that they have the required knowledge, skills, competencies and values to be effective in this new role. In answering the value based questions you have the opportunity to share examples of when you have demonstrated values relevant to the Northern Trust. Criminal Offences, Investigations and Charges Having a criminal record will not necessarily debar you from working with the Trust. This will depend on the nature of the position, together with the circumstances and background of your offences or other information contained on a disclosure certificate. Where it is necessary to obtain an Access NI disclosure the Trust operates in line with the Access NI Code of Practice (www.nidirect.gov.uk/publications/accessni-code-practice). If you require further information or a copy of the policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders or the policy on the Secure Handling, Use, Storage and Retention of Disclosure Information, please contact the Trust Human Resources Department. As part of the Recruitment & Selection process it may be necessary for the Trust to carry out an Enhanced Disclosure Check through Access NI before any appointment to this post can be confirmed. ### THE NHSCT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER ### Successful applicants may be required to attend for a Health Assessment can expect to be placed at the minimum point of the pay scale, although a higher starting salary, within the range of the pay band may be available if the person appointed has experience relevant & equivalent to the post. If the successful candidate is an existing HSC employee moving to a higher band, AfC Pay on Promotion will apply. have the right to request Flexible Working from the 1st day of their employment. A number of flexible working provisions are offered by all HSC Organisations including Full-time working, Fixed working patterns, Part-time working, Flexi-time, Compressed/elongated hours, Average hours working patterns, Term-time working, Job-share or Homeworking for some or all of the working pattern, depending on the role being undertaken. Successful applicants are encouraged to discuss with their manager what Flexible Working provisions may be available in the role they are taking up, prior to commencing employment, to help them achieve a positive Work/Life Balance. ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.