Occupational Therapy Technical Instructor (CIC)
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Carlisle, CA2 7HYView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
2 November 2026
14 days leftJob description
Occupational Therapy Technical Instructor 37.5 hours per week. Fixed term (up to 12 months) maternity leave cover We are looking for a friendly and mo...
The Occupational Therapy Technical Instructor will assist the Occupational Therapist to carry out delegated duties, within the acute team at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle.
They will supervise and instruct the patients in activities relating to their treatment programme and regularly feedback to the Occupational Therapist.
The service is part of a strong Occupational Therapy network, with links to the team at the West Cumberland Hospital, as well as the wider health and social care settings across North Cumbria. This provides many professional development opportunities and there is a strong focus on CPD within the team. You will have access to high quality, regular clinical supervision, and we offer an excellent induction, ongoing professional support and a highly rewarding job to the successful applicant.
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.
Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':
Being a clinically led organisation
Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
A positive patient experience every time
A great place to work
Managing our money well
As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.
Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.
Other requirements
Essential: - Support equality and value diversity.; - Willing to work flexibly.; - Willing to participate in rotational post if required.
Desirable: - Driving licence. Able to travel independently of public transport
Personal Circumstances
Essential: - Commitment to life long learning.; - Enthusiasm.; - Self-motivated.
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to establish relationships with patients and carers and work with them in a supported environment.
- Good personal organisation skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to demonstrate the compassionate values and behaviours needed for dignified care.
- Observational skills.
- Ability to complete patient assessments in domiciliary settings.
- Ability to teach practical skills.
- IT skills.
- Able to use own initiative.
Knowledge
Essential
- Physical disability and its impact on lifestyle.
- Professional conduct requirements.
- Health & safety; risk awareness.
- Understanding of the principles and techniques of Occupational Therapy
Desirable: - Specialised occupational therapy equipment.; - Equality legislation and best practice.; - Knowledge of falls prevention principles and management techniques.
Experience
Essential: - Work as an occupational therapy assistant or equivalent.; - Previous experience of working in an MDT.
Desirable
- Caring responsibilities.
- Experience of facilitating groups
- Employment in an acute hospital setting.
- Experience working within a rehabilitation setting, preferably stroke.
Qualifications
Essential
- Care Certificate or the willingness and ability to undertake.
- GCSE English and maths or equivalent.
- Essential IT skills (EITS) or equivalent.
- QCF III (health), equivalent or willingness and ability to undertake.
How to apply
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Provenance
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First seen
19 October 2026
Last checked
19 October 2026
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