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Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Podiatry Assistant Apprentice

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Job summary

We are offering an exciting opportunity to join the Dorset HealthCare Podiatry Service in a developmental role. We are looking for people who have a passion and a desire to start or further develop their career in podiatry in Dorset. You must be able to demonstrate compassion, commitment, and respect in line with the NHS values and behaviours as well as flexibility to work across more than one employer. This is a development role via the Assistant Practitioner Apprenticeship standard. The post-holder will be a trainee and will complete a Level 5 Diploma for Assistant Practitioners in Healthcare.This role will involve travel across Dorset.

Main duties of the job

You will undertake a two-year assistant practitioner apprenticeship programme. As well as studying, you will provide comprehensive foot care treatment,advice and continuing care to patients. This will include footcare such as nail reduction and lesion redressing. Other duties will include, support to specialist and lead podiatrists, responsible for stock orders, accurate recording of treatments and related work, preparing clinical areas and manufacturing of insoles and silicone appliances.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do

Details

Date posted

12 November 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

152-C308.24

Job locations

Shelley Clinic

Shelley Road

Boscombe

BH1 4JQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Training

Essential

  • English and maths grade C/4 equivalent
  • Level 3 qualification
  • A good level of IT skills

Desirable

  • Previous experience of NHS systems

Job Specific Experience

Essential

  • Ability to work independently or as part of the team
  • Ability to cope with a busy and varied workload
  • Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing

Desirable

  • Previous experience in foot and healthcare

Additional requirements

Essential

  • Manual dexterity
  • Ability to undertake strenuous duties
  • Demonstrate a skill in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively

Personal qualities and attributes

Essential

  • Evidence of demonstrating the trust values and behaviours
  • Ability to listen and show empathy
  • Detail orientated

Desirable

  • Insight into how to reflect and evaluate own strengths and development needs
Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Training

Essential

  • English and maths grade C/4 equivalent
  • Level 3 qualification
  • A good level of IT skills

Desirable

  • Previous experience of NHS systems

Job Specific Experience

Essential

  • Ability to work independently or as part of the team
  • Ability to cope with a busy and varied workload
  • Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing

Desirable

  • Previous experience in foot and healthcare

Additional requirements

Essential

  • Manual dexterity
  • Ability to undertake strenuous duties
  • Demonstrate a skill in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively

Personal qualities and attributes

Essential

  • Evidence of demonstrating the trust values and behaviours
  • Ability to listen and show empathy
  • Detail orientated

Desirable

  • Insight into how to reflect and evaluate own strengths and development needs

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Shelley Clinic

Shelley Road

Boscombe

BH1 4JQ


Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Shelley Clinic

Shelley Road

Boscombe

BH1 4JQ


Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Service Manager

Vicky Longworth

vicky.longworth@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

12 November 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

152-C308.24

Job locations

Shelley Clinic

Shelley Road

Boscombe

BH1 4JQ


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