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NHS Cambridge University Hospitals

Occupational Therapy Technical Instructor Review

at NHS Cambridge University Hospitals

Degree Apprenticeship

Cambridge

Review Submitted: April 2025

Overall Rating

4.5 /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!

4/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.2/5 - 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 assess patients ability to complete their actiivites of daily life and see if they require support on discharge in order to regain their independence
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I enjoy the programme, however it is very demanding and alot to complete

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Developing key skills such as communication, working alongside the MDT, learning lots of medical conditions and how they impact patients day to day life

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Extremely well organised
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive ample support from my employer
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Lots of support to achieve my degree
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It will help me work through the bandings and i will be able to support those that are learning the role
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
Yes, always lots going on

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend NHS Cambridge University Hospitals to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Supportive, great team, great place to learn.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to NHS Cambridge University Hospitals?
Be yourself, research the hospital prior to interview and try and volunteer or shadow prior to applying
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