Occupational Therapy Technician Review
at NHS
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Healthcare
Portsmouth
Review Submitted: April 2022
Overall Rating
5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
I come to work and i would normally start the morning doing a wash and dress assessment, i double up with other members of staff for therapy and I may do a DADL assessment
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I mostly enjoy the interaction and the workshops as you gain good perspective from other people that are on different or similar pathways. I have really enjoyed the getting back to study and education and expanding my knowledge.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt a lot of new skills, i have learnt a lot about the anatomy and physiology of the body, tissue viability and a lot about myself and what I am capable of achieving.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
I feel i have been extremely lucky with my assessor and the way it has been structured works well for me. I like to be organised and i feel that this programme keeps me organised as well.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Again I feel very lucky as my employer and manager have been extremely supportive and I have not had to struggle with anything, i can talk to them and they help with what ever i need.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My assessor is amazing, she has supported me and gone above and beyond to help me achieve my qualifications. I have nothing but good things to say about her and i will actually miss talking to her once i have completed my programme.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I feel it helps give me the knowledge to support my actions whilst in on the ward and in my current role its given me so much confidence in what i do.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
We are quite a small team and we do organise a lot of get togethers, social events and activities. Last year we took part in the global step challenge as a team, and i recently was invited to the AHP support worker conference.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend NHS to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I feel its a good way to better yourself and knowledge and help further your career if that's intended.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to NHS?
Just to make sure you build a good working relationship with your assigned assessor and make sure you keep to the schedule.
