Occupational Therapy Assistant - Apprenticeship

Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Apprenticeship Opportunity

The closing date is 08 July 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 3 Occupational Therapy Assistant to work with the Occupational Therapists within the community.

You will be working with people who have long term conditions and provide assessment and treatment to those people who have physical disabilities, cognitive and social issues to ensure they remain as independent as possible in their home environment.

If you don't already have a Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant subject, RDaSH are offering this post alongside the opportunity for you to complete a Level 3 apprenticeship qualification relevant to your role.

As an apprentice within RDaSH you will be given the opportunity to gain experience, learn work‑related skills and obtain all the tools needed to thrive.

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Around 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying. This leads to a nationally recognised qualification.

Whether you already work for us or are joining the Trust and NHS for the first time, apprenticeships can help you to develop the skills, knowledge and know‑how in order to embark on a successful and fulfilling career within the health service.

You should be personable with excellent communication skills. You will be expected to work alone and within the multi‑disciplinary team. You should be able to organise and prioritise your own workload and balance this with the demands of this exciting role.

We will provide support through in‑house professional forums, mandatory training, 1:1 and peer supervision. We facilitate student education and have close working relationships with neighbouring teams in both acute Health and Social Care.

You experience of working within the community, be a car driver and have access to a car.

• To work with patients in the Doncaster area who have long term physical disabilities, cognitive and social issues
• Carry out the appropriate assessment and treatment with the patient
• Provision of compensatory equipment and minor adaptations to aid their independence at home
• Report back to qualified staff if findings and evaluations are complex
• Educate individuals to self‑manage their health needs long term
• To promote independence in activities of daily living

• English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9‑4 or A*‑C or functional skills level
  2)
• NVQ Level 2 in a related subject
• NVQ level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 Apprenticeship (Senior Healthcare Support Worker - AHP Pathway
  - Level
  3)

• Have previously worked with people
• Have worked within a multi‑disciplinary team
• Have worked with Occupational Therapists

• To have an understanding of the role of an Occupational Therapist.
• An awareness of the needs and problems of those with illness or disability.
• Diversity awareness.
• Understanding of safeguarding requirements
• To have an understanding of potential health and safety issues.

• Ability to give and receive instructions to people with a variety of communication abilities.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Good interpersonal skills and empathy.
• Effective time management and prioritisation skills.
• Excellent problem solving skills

• Access to transport and the ability to travel within the required geographical area
• Be willing to participate in ongoing professional development

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.

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Tickhill Road Hospital, Opal Centre, Tickhill Road, Balby