Apprentice Physiotherapist (Internal Vacancy)Could you be National Star’s next apprentice physiotherapist? This is an exciting opportunity to work in a supported environment to develop the necessary skills and knowledge to complete a BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy degree in partnership with Coventry University through an apprenticeship scheme.Job DetailsRole TypeFull Time, Term-Time OnlyHours of Work43 hours / 40 weeksLocationHereford, Mamhilad, Wales, UllenwoodContract TypeFixed Term ContractContract DurationTerm-time only until 28/03/2025Interview DateTBCThis role is only available to employees who have worked at National Star for two years or more in a care and support or therapy-related role and will be subject to you meeting the entry requirements as set by the university. As an apprentice physiotherapist, all your university tuition fees are paid by National Star, meaning that you can undertake a degree while still earning and without incurring the debt faced by other students. You will also continue to be paid a salary by National Star.The degree apprenticeship is delivered by Coventry University over three years, so before applying for this opportunity, you must be prepared to travel once a week to the university to complete the course. In addition, you will supplement your studies at University by working as part of the physiotherapy team under suitable supervision to learn and demonstrate competence in a range of physiotherapy skills. This includes the delivery of physiotherapy sessions to adults with a range of physical and/or learning disabilities.Your working hours will be 40 weeks per year, working 43 hours per week. This will include a mix of evening and daytime work. The apprentice will attend University one day per week (seven-hour paid day) for three years, as well as completing clinical placements in a variety of settings.The fixed-term contract is from 01.09.2025 until 31.08.2028. There is no guarantee of a qualified Physiotherapist role being available at National Star once the apprenticeship course is completed.Please register your interest with Katherine Welsh in the recruitment team (kwelsh@nationalstar.org) to obtain an internal application form and further details of the entry requirements for the university course. You will be shortlisted for an internal interview based on your experience and qualifications in line with the entry requirements, and confirmation of an offer will be subject to your successful application to the university.The interviews for this role will consist of set questions as well as delivering a presentation of a chosen case study to last a maximum of 15-20 minutes.Contact InformationIf you have any other questions, please call Katherine on 01242 339832 or via Teams.Application ProcessApply online to the Apprentice Physiotherapist (Internal Vacancy) role.How We Will Reward YouIt’s motivating to feel valued at work. That’s why all new staff will receive a ‘Golden Hello’ up to the value of £250 for full-time staff (pro-rata for part-time employees) upon successful completion of their probation.Additional benefits include fantastic career development opportunities, comprehensive induction programme, staff minibus from Cheltenham and Gloucester to our Ullenwood site Monday to Friday, award-winning training, use of fitness suite and swimming pool, Westfield medical cover, life insurance cover, employee helpline, contributory pension scheme, opportunity to purchase a TOTUM discount card, and employee discounts at attractions, high street retailers, supermarkets, utilities, and motoring.
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