Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust

Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship

The closing date is 17 August 2025

Job summary

In order to progress your application, it is essential that you clearly state all relevant qualifications including Maths and English and appropriate Level 3 or higher qualification.

Main duties of the job

Here at Portsmouth Hospitals, we are passionate about the development of our people, and are proud of our successful apprenticeship programme.

This exciting opportunity offers you the chance to study withBPP University, earning whilst you learn, becoming part of our future nursing team by joining the February/March 2026 cohort of Registered Nurse Degree Apprentices (Adult field only).

The programme is offered as full-time, however, part-time hours can be considered (32.5 hours per week as a minimum).

About us

Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff.

Date posted

07 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

4 years

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

REF1385U

Job locations

Queen Alexandra Hospital

Cosham

PO6 3LY

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you have a passion and desire to start your career in nursing with Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust and, if like us, this opportunity excites you, then we welcome you to submit an application.

Application Process

In order to progress your application, it isessentialthat you clearly state all relevant qualifications including Maths and English and appropriate Level 3 or higher qualification. These must be uploaded to the 'Additional attachments' on the second page of the application screen:

GCSE in English and Maths at level C/4 or above (or equivalent e.g., Functional Skills L2)
Level 3 qualification recognised to be sufficient for entry, preferably in a health-related subject - this may include a full level 3 Apprenticeship or Access to Higher Education/ A Levels/ T-Level.(Applicants waiting for A Level, Level 3, T-Level or Higher Level qualification results are advised to indicate predicted final grades.)

Please provide a statement on why you wish to be a Nursing Apprentice.(This should be included in the 'Message to Hiring Manager' on the first page of the application form and must be a minimum of 500 words.)

For Internal Applicants ONLY:In addition to the stages above, you will also need to attach a confirmation of suitability form that is signed by your departmental manager:

If you need any support in actioning this, please contact pho-tr.recruitment-groupmailbox@nhs.net

Your start date with the Trust will be no later than November 2025, your apprenticeship start date with BPP will be February/March 2026

Please note this role is not eligible for sponsorship.

Closing date: 17th August 2025

Interview dates: 26, 27th and 28th August 2025

Job description

Job responsibilities

Application Process

GCSE in English and Maths at level C/4 or above (or equivalent e.g., Functional Skills L2)
Level 3 qualification recognised to be sufficient for entry, preferably in a health-related subject - this may include a full level 3 Apprenticeship or Access to Higher Education/ A Levels/ T-Level.(Applicants waiting for A Level, Level 3, T-Level or Higher Level qualification results are advised to indicate predicted final grades.)

For Internal Applicants ONLY:In addition to the stages above, you will also need to attach a confirmation of suitability form that is signed by your departmental manager:

If you need any support in actioning this, please contact pho-tr.recruitment-groupmailbox@nhs.net

Your start date with the Trust will be no later than November 2025, your apprenticeship start date with BPP will be February/March 2026

Please note this role is not eligible for sponsorship.

Closing date: 17th August 2025

Interview dates: 26, 27th and 28th August 2025

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

GCSE in English and Maths at Level C/4 or above (or equivalent).
A Levels at grade C or above or equivalent, or Level 3 study recognised as sufficient for entry (this may include a full Level 3 Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care or Access to Higher Education).

Additional information

Essential

To apply for the Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship you will need to be:
Aged 18 or over at the start of the programme.
You must have the right to work in the UK or eligible residency status for apprenticeship funding (Please see attached additional document: Eligibility criteria

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Demonstrate the ability to work effectively as a team player.
Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrate ability to effectively interact with patients, relatives, carers and colleagues.
Can demonstrate understanding and share the Trust values of Working Together for Patients, With Compassion, As One Team and Always Improving.

Desirable

Evidence of previous experience of working in a healthcare setting
Evidence of undertaking virtual/online learning

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

GCSE in English and Maths at Level C/4 or above (or equivalent).
A Levels at grade C or above or equivalent, or Level 3 study recognised as sufficient for entry (this may include a full Level 3 Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care or Access to Higher Education).

Additional information

Essential

To apply for the Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship you will need to be:
Aged 18 or over at the start of the programme.
You must have the right to work in the UK or eligible residency status for apprenticeship funding (Please see attached additional document: Eligibility criteria

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Demonstrate the ability to work effectively as a team player.
Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrate ability to effectively interact with patients, relatives, carers and colleagues.
Can demonstrate understanding and share the Trust values of Working Together for Patients, With Compassion, As One Team and Always Improving.

Desirable

Evidence of previous experience of working in a healthcare setting
Evidence of undertaking virtual/online learning

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.