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Paediatric Orthotic Rehabilitation Technician B5// Annex21 B5
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC)
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The Role
We are seeking a Band 5 Rehabilitation Technician to join the Paediatric Orthotic Service based at the Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow. This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of the Paediatric Orthotic and Short Term Loan Wheelchair Service.
Applications are welcomed from experienced candidates as well as trainees who can demonstrate practical and technical aptitude, a willingness to learn, and an interest or previous experience in orthotics or a similar technical environment.
All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern
- Permanent, Full-time
- Shift Pattern - 07:30-17:30 or 08:30-16:30, Monday - Friday
- Base location - Royal Hospital for Children
Key Responsibilities
- Provide skilled technical expertise in the manufacture of a comprehensive range of highly specialist Paediatric Orthotic Devices.
- Work closely with Paediatric Orthotists to support patients with varied and highly complex needs.
- Manufacture, fabricate, maintain and repair orthoses to agreed quality standards and service timescales.
- Assess, maintain, adapt and supply short-term loan wheelchairs within Glasgow's Children’s Hospital.
- Manage orthotic componentry and maintain stock control systems.
- Order materials and components as required.
- Contribute effectively to team working, service development and innovation.
- Support the delivery of a high-quality paediatric orthotic and wheelchair service.
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Knowledge, Training, Qualifications and/or Experience Required to Do the Job
Essential Requirements
- Appropriate HNC qualification or equivalent qualification/experience.
- Technical knowledge and practical skills relevant to orthotics, rehabilitation engineering, or a related environment.
- Ability to provide specialist technical support and expertise.
- Strong organisational and teamwork skills.
For Trainee Applicants
- Demonstrable practical and technical aptitude.
- Ability and willingness to learn specialist orthotic manufacturing skills.
- Interest in orthotics or experience in a similar technical field.
Additional Requirements
- PVG certification for working with children and vulnerable groups is required.
What We Offer
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
- A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
- Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
- Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact
- Edward Wardlaw (Senior Orthotic Technician) on 0141 452 4662 or by email Edward.Wardlaw2@nhs.scot
- Melville Dixon (Head of Paediatric Orthotic Service) on 0141 451 6511 or by email melville.dixon@nhs.scot
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
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