Occupational Therapy Assistant Review
at West Sussex County Council
Degree Apprenticeship
Healthcare, Social Work
Horsham, West Sussex
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
4.8 /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
4.6/5
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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
Strength based care act assessments with customer's in their homes. Risk assessments.
Provision of equipment and adaptations to meet their needs.
Liaising with customers, family members and other professionals.
Sign posting and advice.
Onward referrals.
Provision of equipment and adaptations to meet their needs.
Liaising with customers, family members and other professionals.
Sign posting and advice.
Onward referrals.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoyed the job before the apprenticeship but since starting university I am really enjoying applying the theory, expanding my knowledge and the experience of being at university. Overall it has improved my wellbeing.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes. Many and I'm only in my first year. It's built my confidence.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The uni course? There is a good mix of groups, lectures, placements and independent study and good resources available.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Excellent. I have additional study days and support from colleagues, mentor and manager. I couldn't be more supported.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Lots of support and check ins, even when no issues.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Much. Application of theory.
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
No idea.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend West Sussex County Council to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Friendly, supportive and interested in your development. I couldn't have been more supported to apply and start my training.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to West Sussex County Council?
Don't let fear stop you, it's very rewarding.
Organisational Development Consultant (Level 3 Team Leader/Supervisor)
- Level 3 Apprenticeship
- Chichester
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