Job overview
An exciting opportunity is available for a Band 4 Technical Instructor to support Occupational Therapists and wider Vocational Services team in the provision of high quality work, activity and therapy programmes specifically Woodwork, for patients within a high secure hospital. Skill specific support and supervision will be provided to staff within the OT Team and work may include some evenings and weekend working.
In return we offer a supportive environment to work within a motivated team who want to deliver quality outcomes for our patient group. In addition to the basic salary we offer £7000 high secure allowance.
Main duties of the job
- Assist occupational therapists in the development and delivery of agreed specific individual and group therapeutic programmes within a woodworking environment.
- Maintain appropriate levels of purposeful and therapeutic activity within the designated areas
- Keep accurate, appropriate and contemporaneous patient records in accordance with the Forensic Information Governance Group and Trust policy
- Contribute to the training of other staff as required.
- Ensure the maintenance of a safe and secure treatment environment within a designated area.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The post is situated within the Forensic Division and located in a high secure setting. The post holder will work with patients who are at risk to themselves and others and require treatment in a high secure setting. The post holder will supervise, instruct and support patients in activities relating to their treatment programmes both within the unit and the community. Will hold particular responsibility for a Woodwork shop within a Day Unit. Experience within this field is essential.
- Keep accurate, appropriate and contemporaneous patient records in accordance with the Forensic Information Governance Group and Trust policy
- Maintain appropriate levels of purposeful and therapeutic activity within the designated areas
- Assist occupational therapists in the development and delivery of agreed specific individual and group therapeutic programmes within the unit
- Actively contribute to service development activities
- To undertake escorting duties as requested
- Attend relevant meetings as required
- Communicate effectively within the occupational therapy team and with other colleagues
- Be involved in Clinical Governance activities as required
- Accurately record statistical information
- Provide both oral and written reports about patients as required
- Undertake administrative tasks as required by the occupational therapy team and the unit
- Maintain stock in designated area as required
- Work to a high standard in completion of all duties
- Participate in quality assurance programmes as required
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- • Ability to work independently and prioritise own workload.
- • Ability to work effectively without continuous direct supervision
- • Good verbal and written communication, negotiation and liaison skills.
- • Basic IT skills.
- • Ability to demonstrate a non-judgmental and positive attitude to working with mentally disordered offenders.
- • Adaptability and flexibility.
Desirable
- Other skills relevant to the post.
Training
Essential
- • Training specific to the area of expertise (such as vocational skills, group working
- • Experience of organising and facilitating group and individual patient sessions
Desirable
- Experience of working in forensic, mental health or learning disability settings.
- Experience of providing skill specific supervision and training to colleagues
Knowledge
Essential
- • Understanding the purpose of rehabilitation/recovery and occupational therapy
- • Awareness of health and safety and clinical risk issues.
- • Awareness of confidentiality issues in a healthcare setting.
Desirable
- Working knowledge of Rampton High Secure Hospital and its purpose and procedures
Physical Requirements
Essential
- • Ability to undertake relevant mandatory training and engage in the management of violence and aggression
- • Occasional requirement to exert intense physical effort throughout the period of work to respond to incidents.
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- • All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
- • All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust’s expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation
Contractual Requirements
Essential
- • Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
- • Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends.
Qualifications - Academic / Craft / Professional
Essential
- • GCSE/GCE English Language or equivalent
- • NVQ3 or equivalent level of knowledge in an area relevant to the post (Vocational Skills)
Desirable
- Accredited qualification or further training relevant to the post in carpentry and woodwork
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This advert is for Technical Instructor with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in Nottingham, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 4 Physiotherapist role. The advertised salary is £28,392 - £31,157 Per Annum (pro rata for part time). The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 02 Jul 2026.
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