Associate Practitioner
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Opcare under Ability Matters Group Associate Practitioner
The closing date is 20 October 2026
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Associate Practitioner to join our Prosthetics & Orthotics team in Cambridge.
What we Offer:
Competitive market salary
Incremental holiday allowance stating at 35 days, increasing to 41 days with length of service (inclusive of bank holidays)
Death in Service Benefit
Cycle to Work Scheme
Refer a Friend incentive scheme
Enhanced Family Leave/Pay
Recognition schemes
Continuing professional development
Industry leading training opportunities
Main duties of the job
This role is an exciting opportunity to be part of the future of Orthotic & Prosthetic care in the UK with Opcare, where we are recruiting, training and empowering Associate Practitioners to enhance lives through enabling mobility.You will be encouraged to use your initiative within your scope of practice and supported in your continuous learning and development related to the role.Supervision will be provided by professionals on site with you and remotely with access to National Supervisors and Leaders in their field.
About us
Opcare have worked in partnership with the NHS in Cambridge since 2003.We are based in Great Shelford, a short drive away from Addenbrookes hospital.As a large prosthetic and orthotic centre, we employ clinicians, prosthetic technicians and administrative staff to deliver the best service for the NHS.
Details
Date posted
20 July 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
E0053-26-0005-CAM
Job locations
Opcare
Great Shelford
Cambridge
CB22 5LD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist in Patient Assessment and Data Collection
Support qualified clinicians by gathering relevant medical history, physical observations, and clinical information needed for treatment planning.
Carry Out Accurate Measurements, Casting, and Scanning
Use approved tools and methods to obtain precise measurements, casts, or scans and perform basic workshop tasks to adjust or repair devices under supervision.
Support Device Fitting and Adjustments
Assist with fitting orthotic and prosthetic devices, helping make minor adjustments to optimise comfort, function, and overall device effectiveness.
Provide Clear Patient Education and Support
Deliver easytounderstand guidance on device use, maintenance, wearing schedules, and limitations while offering emotional support to patients and families.
Maintain Accurate Clinical Documentation and Coordinate Patient FollowUp
Record all patient interactions and device details thoroughly and help manage reviews, enquiries, repeat orders, and ongoing care coordination.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist in Patient Assessment and Data Collection
Support qualified clinicians by gathering relevant medical history, physical observations, and clinical information needed for treatment planning.
Carry Out Accurate Measurements, Casting, and Scanning
Use approved tools and methods to obtain precise measurements, casts, or scans and perform basic workshop tasks to adjust or repair devices under supervision.
Support Device Fitting and Adjustments
Assist with fitting orthotic and prosthetic devices, helping make minor adjustments to optimise comfort, function, and overall device effectiveness.
Provide Clear Patient Education and Support
Deliver easytounderstand guidance on device use, maintenance, wearing schedules, and limitations while offering emotional support to patients and families.
Maintain Accurate Clinical Documentation and Coordinate Patient FollowUp
Record all patient interactions and device details thoroughly and help manage reviews, enquiries, repeat orders, and ongoing care coordination.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with patients, their families, and healthcare professionals effectively.
- Precise measurement and fabrication skills to ensure devices fit correctly and provide the necessary support.
Desirable
- Healthcare experience.
- Knowledge of anatomy and biomechanics is desirable; however, associate practitioners will complete in-house training programs to suit the services where they work.
- Proficiency in using various hand tools and equipment for fabrication, repairs and adjustment is desirable.
Qualifications
Essential
- Hold a Level 2 Qualification in both Maths and English (or equivalent).
Desirable
- Hold a Level 3 Qualification (or equivalent) preferably in a related area
- Hold the Care Certificate
- Full UK driving license
- Relevant work experience
Experience
Essential
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with patients, their families, and healthcare professionals effectively.
- Precise measurement and fabrication skills to ensure devices fit correctly and provide the necessary support.
Desirable
- Healthcare experience.
- Knowledge of anatomy and biomechanics is desirable; however, associate practitioners will complete in-house training programs to suit the services where they work.
- Proficiency in using various hand tools and equipment for fabrication, repairs and adjustment is desirable.
Qualifications
Essential
- Hold a Level 2 Qualification in both Maths and English (or equivalent).
Desirable
- Hold a Level 3 Qualification (or equivalent) preferably in a related area
- Hold the Care Certificate
- Full UK driving license
- Relevant work experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Opcare under Ability Matters Group
Address
Opcare
Great Shelford
Cambridge
CB22 5LD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.opcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Opcare under Ability Matters Group
Address
Opcare
Great Shelford
Cambridge
CB22 5LD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.opcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Recruitment
Recruitment
Details
Date posted
20 July 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
E0053-26-0005-CAM
Job locations
Opcare
Great Shelford
Cambridge
CB22 5LD
United Kingdom
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