Job summary
The post holder will work as part of the New Leaf team within Vocational Rehabilitation Services; based largely in our Woodwork department. The role of a Technical Instructor [TI] is to support and enable people who may have a broad range of mental health challenges to engage in the activities and processes that form part of the day to day vocational rehabilitation experience. A TI will be expected to provide guidance and instruction around tasks and mentor people on vocational placement at New Leaf toward meeting their individual goals on a recovery focused pathway.
The Technical Instructor role supports people attending New Leaf to identify and achieve personal recovery goals through building therapeutic relationships that support the sharing of knowledge and experience. Working with the individual to gain confidence through work experience, building self-esteem through learning new skills and working toward agreed goals in a practical working environment that supports progression into paid employment, volunteering or further learning opportunities.
Main duties of the job
It is expected that the post holder will be empathetic and communicate tactfully and sensitively at all times with people using the services, carers, other mental health professionals and employers as required.
Maintain professional and respectful communications with commercial and public customers of New Leaf and liaise as necessary to support the commercial activities and vocational aims of the service.
Liaise closely with Vocational Specialists and all relevant health professionals and named individuals concerning relevant aspects of the persons placement at New Leaf to support achieving vocational goals and the holistic wellbeing of a person as appropriate.
Hold a case list of patients for whom you are the identified technical instructor.
Provide support to other departments as required or at times of staff shortage.
Work in groups or individually with people using the service in appropriate activities, providing advice and instruction as appropriate.
Contribute to organising and planning training programmes and facilitate visits to other relevant providers in meeting vocational goals.
About us
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
Details
- Date posted: 03 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 4
- Salary: £28,392 to £31,157 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: C9369-26-0488
- Job locations: Newleaf, Farm House Rise, Exeter, Devon, EX6 8AB, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
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This advert is for Technical Instructor - Woodworks with Devon Partnership NHS Trust in Exeter, South West, England. It is listed as a Band 4 Physiotherapist role. The advertised salary is £28,392 to £31,157 a year. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 12 Jul 2026.
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