Summary
We are looking for a Prosthetic Technician Apprentice who will train to make prosthetic limbs for patients in our private clinic in Burton upon Trent. It is a hands-on manufacturing role making high quality bespoke products for individual's mobility and independence, working closely with our clinical team.
Wage
£25,396.80 a year
Training course
Prosthetic and orthotic technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:30 (30 Minutes Lunch per day)
40 hours a week
Start date
Monday 4 August 2025
Duration
1 year 6 months
Positions available
1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you’ll do at work
Complete all required aspects of the Derby University Prosthetic and Orthotic Technician (Level 3) Apprenticeship program, with a view to become proficient and training:
* To manufacture, align, service and repair prosthetic limbs and orthotic devices
* To consistently achieve quality standards and meet Patient appointment deadlines
* To integrate and work closely with the Burton Clinic Workshop Lead and other members of the wider Burton Clinic team, to ensure that clinical directives and standards are adhered to
* To work as directed by the Burton Clinic Workshop Lead
* To ensure all personally used work benches and related manufacturing areas are maintained in an organised, clean and safe fashion
Where you’ll work
Dorset Orthopaedic
Bretby Business Park
Burton on Trent
DE15 0YZ
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
UNIVERSITY OF DERBY
Your training course
Prosthetic and orthotic technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
* Manufacture the prescribed device using manual and computer aided technologies and correct materials to agreed timescales.
* Ensure the devise is fit for use and purpose and complies with the manufacturer/department/company quality assurance and legal requirements.
* Test that the device is working correctly and modify if required.
* Support patient/carer to maintain the device and check for breakages and faults.
* Check that the completed device meets the prescription provided.
* Act within the limits of own competence and authority.
* Use and maintain manufacturing machinery to carry out duties.
* Identify problems with the manufacturing machinery and report any defects.
* Provide on-going support to prosthetists and orthotists and in some instances patients\ carers.
* Apply a range of communication interventions and interpersonal skills to support individuals receiving prosthetic or orthotic care.
* Utilise IT systems to read and record information, and where appropriate using IT systems as part of the manufacturing process.
* Work safely and within competency level.
* Undertake risk assessments using a range of techniques
* Work collaboratively in partnership with other team members, individuals and carers.
* Obtain informed consent for prosthetic or orthotic care within your scope of practice.
* Safeguard individuals, including vulnerable adults and children.
* Safeguard confidential information relating to individuals at all times.
* Maintain records that are fit for purpose that comply with employer’s protocols and process them accordingly.
* Comply with local and national standards regarding reporting of medical device failures and incidents.
* Work as part of a team, seek help and guidance when you are not sure, escalate concerns in a timely manner to the correct person.
* Support or supervise colleagues as required, delegating well- defined tasks appropriately.
* Manufacture the prescribed device using manual and computer aided technologies and correct materials to agreed timescales.
* Ensure the devise is fit for use and purpose and complies with the manufacturer/department/company quality assurance and legal requirements.
* Test that the device is working correctly and modify if required.
* Support patient/carer to maintain the device and check for breakages and faults.
* Check that the completed device meets the prescription provided.
* Act within the limits of own competence and authority.
* Use and maintain manufacturing machinery to carry out duties.
* Identify problems with the manufacturing machinery and report any defects.
* Provide on-going support to prosthetists and orthotists and in some instances patients\ carers.
* Apply a range of communication interventions and interpersonal skills to support individuals receiving prosthetic or orthotic care.
* Utilise IT systems to read and record information, and where appropriate using IT systems as part of the manufacturing process.
* Work safely and within competency level.
* Undertake risk assessments using a range of techniques
* Work collaboratively in partnership with other team members, individuals and carers.
* Obtain informed consent for prosthetic or orthotic care within your scope of practice.
* Safeguard individuals, including vulnerable adults and children.
* Safeguard confidential information relating to individuals at all times.
* Maintain records that are fit for purpose that comply with employer’s protocols and process them accordingly.
* Comply with local and national standards regarding reporting of medical device failures and incidents.
* Work as part of a team, seek help and guidance when you are not sure, escalate concerns in a timely manner to the correct person.
* Support or supervise colleagues as required, delegating well- defined tasks appropriately.
Your training plan
* Prosthetic and Orthotic Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
* 1 full day (equivalent) typically spent on course work remotely with Derby University
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* English (grade Pass)
* Maths (grade Pass)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Problem solving skills
* Team working
* Creative
* Initiative
* Patience