Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please note this vacancy is only open to applicantsfrom Hampshire & Isle of Wight NHS system, which is limited to Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB, Southern Health FT, Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trust, University Hospital Southampton FT, Solent NHS Trust, South Central Ambulance Service or Hampshire Hospitals FT.
Please see below for a detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
Are you looking for an exciting finance apprenticeship role? We have an exciting opportunity in our Finance Team supporting a £1bn+ hospital Trust. The team is looking to recruit a committed individual to join as Finance Apprentice, who is enthusiastic, has great attention to detail and motivated to complete the AAT Level 3 qualification.
The 100 strong finance team provides a range of accounting services; the post holders will rotate and get experience in a couple of these services gaining invaluable experience of working in a very large, professional, committed, successful Finance Department.
As a Finance apprentice you will rotate across different finance teams, spending approx. 9 months in the service at a time. You will assist the teams in various duties including payments to suppliers, raising invoices, answering budget manager queries and reconciling control accounts. This practical experience across a wide range of financial services will provide an excellent foundation for a career in finance and the NHS.
Alongside the practical experience you will undertake a Level 3 finance apprenticeship and study Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Level 3. Study time and off the job training will be fully supported and considered of equal importance to the work experience. UHS has developed a finance apprenticeship programme starting at Level 3 to Level 7 and a qualified accountant, allowing lots of opportunities for career development.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service. UHS employees can access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT WERE LOOKING FORWe are looking for applicants who really want to learn, make a difference and can think for themselves.
This opportunity will provide a strong stepping stone for further career job opportunities and development.
Applications are welcomed from anyone with a minimum of 5 A*-C GCSEs (or equivalent), although AAT Level 2 qualified, an A Level in accounting, first class honours degree level in a non-financial degree or work experience in a finance department would be favourable.
Due to the rotational nature of this role you will be a team player with strong communication skills who is willing to work hard and be adaptable to the different demands of the department. You will have strong attention to detail will be honest with all the work that you do. You will demonstrate independence and initiative when carrying out tasks. Work experience in finance or customer services is desirable as is a good working knowledge of excel.
For additional information, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT WERE LOOKING FORWe are looking for applicants who really want to learn, make a difference and can think for themselves.
This opportunity will provide a strong stepping stone for further career job opportunities and development.
Applications are welcomed from anyone with a minimum of 5 A*-C GCSEs (or equivalent), although AAT Level 2 qualified, an A Level in accounting, first class honours degree level in a non-financial degree or work experience in a finance department would be favourable.
Due to the rotational nature of this role you will be a team player with strong communication skills who is willing to work hard and be adaptable to the different demands of the department. You will have strong attention to detail will be honest with all the work that you do. You will demonstrate independence and initiative when carrying out tasks. Work experience in finance or customer services is desirable as is a good working knowledge of excel.
For additional information, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
- Good written communication
- Attention to detail
- Ability to manage a variety of tasks and cope with conflicting demands on time
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- Capable of attaining AAT Level 3 apprenticeship
- 5 GCSEs (grades 9-5; A*-C) including Mathematics and English at a Grade C or above/equivalent experience
- Some knowledge of finance procedures e.g. petty cash, systems, VAT
Desirable
- Previous experience of clerical, finance or customer service work
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Working as part of a team
- Spreadsheet knowledge
- Desire to expand knowledge and train towards AAT Membership
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Person Specification
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
- Good written communication
- Attention to detail
- Ability to manage a variety of tasks and cope with conflicting demands on time
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- Capable of attaining AAT Level 3 apprenticeship
- 5 GCSEs (grades 9-5; A*-C) including Mathematics and English at a Grade C or above/equivalent experience
- Some knowledge of finance procedures e.g. petty cash, systems, VAT
Desirable
- Previous experience of clerical, finance or customer service work
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Working as part of a team
- Spreadsheet knowledge
- Desire to expand knowledge and train towards AAT Membership
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
