Job summary We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the In-patient Occupational Therapy Orthopaedic Team. To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NNUH's 'PRIDE' values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence. Part time: 25 hours per week Interview Date: To be confirmed Main duties of the job The post holder's main responsibilities will include: Assisting Occupational Therapists on the wards, including NANOC, plus undertaking delegated work with Orthopaedic In-patients. To assist patients with manual handling issues, mobility and personal care to maximise an In-patient's independence for discharge. To record In-patient intervention daily into IT systems: For example: Tracker, Patient Handover. To assist the Band 4 OT AP in therapy stock management and ordering. About us Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world. We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition: Flexible working hours Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service Multi Faith prayer room Discounted gym memberships Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site Free 24-hours confidential counselling support On-site Nursery On-site cafes offering staff discounts Support in career development Flexible staff bank Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics Date posted 05 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working, Annualised hours Reference number 234-24-CS0523-B Job locations Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Colney Lane Norwich NR4 7UY Job description Job responsibilities The following skills and experience will be required and are essential for the successful candidates: Undertake delegated work to assist the Occupational Therapists in providing therapy within the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct of the College of Occupational Therapists. To assist Occupational Therapists on the wards, in the OT department or in the patients home as necessary. To work to set protocols or written treatment programmes To have a basic understanding of clinical conditions and terminology To demonstrate an awareness of patient consent. To establish and maintain appropriate therapeutic relationships with patients and carers incorporating motivation encouragement and confidence building To communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, carers and families and to show and awareness in relation to sensitive issues and to deal with difficult situations as appropriate. To be aware of barriers to effective communication, e.g. hearing loss, altered perception, expressive and receptive dysphasia, dementing illness, cognitive impairment, memory loss, aggression and anxiety, pain and fear and to use clear and effective verbal/ non-verbal communication as appropriate. Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post. Please note that this advertised position, which is part of occupation code 6131 does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa (this includes if you are already in a sponsored post and looking to change employer). The Trust would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role. Job description Job responsibilities The following skills and experience will be required and are essential for the successful candidates: Undertake delegated work to assist the Occupational Therapists in providing therapy within the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct of the College of Occupational Therapists. To assist Occupational Therapists on the wards, in the OT department or in the patients home as necessary. To work to set protocols or written treatment programmes To have a basic understanding of clinical conditions and terminology To demonstrate an awareness of patient consent. To establish and maintain appropriate therapeutic relationships with patients and carers incorporating motivation encouragement and confidence building To communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, carers and families and to show and awareness in relation to sensitive issues and to deal with difficult situations as appropriate. To be aware of barriers to effective communication, e.g. hearing loss, altered perception, expressive and receptive dysphasia, dementing illness, cognitive impairment, memory loss, aggression and anxiety, pain and fear and to use clear and effective verbal/ non-verbal communication as appropriate. Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post. Please note that this advertised position, which is part of occupation code 6131 does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa (this includes if you are already in a sponsored post and looking to change employer). The Trust would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ III (or other relevant qualification) Experience Essential Significant experience of working within a healthcare or social setting Experience of working with people Evidence of problem solving ability Skills Essential Basic IT skills Good communication skills (written/ verbal) Good interpersonal skills Desirable Experience of working in the acute setting Attitude, aptitude Essential Flexible and adaptable Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ III (or other relevant qualification) Experience Essential Significant experience of working within a healthcare or social setting Experience of working with people Evidence of problem solving ability Skills Essential Basic IT skills Good communication skills (written/ verbal) Good interpersonal skills Desirable Experience of working in the acute setting Attitude, aptitude Essential Flexible and adaptable Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Address Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Colney Lane Norwich NR4 7UY Employer's website https://teamnnuh.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)