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Occupational therapy support worker apprenticeOccupational therapy support worker apprentice1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Are you passionate about helping others live meaningful lives? Want to train as an Occupational Therapist while gaining hands-on experience in mental health?Join us as an Occupational Therapy Degree Apprentice at CNWL. Based in the Queens Park & Paddington Community Mental Health Hub, youll work with an experienced multidisciplinary team supporting adults with severe and enduring mental health conditions. This is a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn combining paid work with university study, leading to a BSc (Hons) and eligibility to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Once qualified, you can apply for Band 5 Occupational Therapist roles within the Trust.To Apply, You MustHave Level 3 qualifications that meet university entry requirements (e.g. A-Levels, BTEC, Access to HE)Hold GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)Be able to commit to full-time study and work for 34 yearsBe eligible to study in the UK and meet residency criteria for apprenticeship fundingIf shortlisted, youll need to secure a place on an approved Occupational Therapy Degree Apprenticeship through our partner university. Well support you through this process. Employment offers are conditional on gaining a place.Support the delivery of recovery-focused occupational interventions for adults in the community.Work under supervision with increasing independence as your skills grow.Enable people to access and engage in daily living, leisure, and vocational activities.Help connect individuals to community groups and services.Maintain accurate documentation and use electronic records appropriately.Engage fully in university learning (20%) and clinical work (80%) , including external placements.Were Looking For Someone Who IsCaring, respectful, and interested in peoples recoveryA good communicator who can build relationships and listen with empathyOrganised , motivated, and able to balance study and workOpen to feedback and keen to develop clinical skillsPassionate about inclusion, equality, and social justice in mental health careThe successful applicant may have contact with patients or service users. As an NHS Trust we strongly encourage and support vaccination as this remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course patients and service users when working on our healthcare settings.Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (CNWL) is a leading provider of mental health, community, and specialist services, known for its commitment to recovery-focused, compassionate care. Working in Westminster, youll be part of a diverse, vibrant borough that brings together people from all walks of life. Our services reflect this richness offering innovative, community-based support in partnership with local organisations, voluntary groups, and service users themselves. Youll join a dynamic, values-driven team that embraces collaboration, inclusion, and continuous learning. Westminsters mental health services are at the forefront of transforming care, and CNWL supports its staff with strong supervision, professional development, and progression pathways.This is a developmental role that blends academic study with real-world practice in a supportive and skilled team. You will work with adults of working age who have complex mental health needs and support them in building skills, confidence, and community participation.Youll work in varied environments homes, parks, libraries, community hubs and take part in team meetings, supervision, reflective practice, and training. Youll also contribute to quality improvement initiatives, service development, and the Trusts commitment to relational, person-centred care (including Open Dialogue).Key RelationshipsYoull Work Closely WithService users and their carers/support networksOccupational Therapists and the wider community mental health teamGPs, social care teams, and referring agenciesVoluntary and community organisationsUniversity staff supporting the apprenticeshipProgression and RegistrationUpon Successful Completion Of The Apprenticeship, You WillBe awarded a Level 6 Integrated Degree in Occupational TherapyBe eligible to register with the HCPC as an Occupational TherapistBe able to apply for Band 5 Occupational Therapist roles within CNWL Seniority levelSeniority level Internship Employment typeEmployment type Contract Job functionJob function Other Sign in to set job alerts for “Support Associate” roles.London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago London, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 5 hours ago Greater London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago City Of London, England, United Kingdom £28,000.00-£33,000.00 1 day ago London, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago London, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago Addlestone, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Data Entry Clerk, Artificial General Intelligence Data ServicesLondon, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Greater London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Croydon, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago London, England, United Kingdom 7 months ago Technical Support Associate (Computer Networking)Greater London, England, United Kingdom 2 months ago London, England, United Kingdom 16 hours ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago Greater London, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 10 months ago London Area, United Kingdom £27,000.00-£37,000.00 6 hours ago City Of London, England, United Kingdom £33,000.00-£33,000.00 9 hours ago Junior Technical Support Specialist - Route into TechLondon, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago London, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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