East Cheshire NHS Trust

Apprentice Operating Department Practitioner (Internal only)

The closing date is 12 September 2025

Job summary

**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the 'ECT Family' this includes currentEast Cheshire NHS Trust employees,both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.**

**Subject to job matching**

The Apprentice Operating Department Practitioner course is a Three-year education program, working towards becoming a registered Operating Department Practitioner with a BSc Hons degree. The course combines work-based and academic learning between ECNT and The University of Staffordshire.

As an Apprentice Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) you will be based, as a paid employee, in ECNT. Whilst you will be allocated to one specific area, you will experience working across both internal placements to gain an appreciation of the different areas' healthcare services.

You will be required to achieve the standards set by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), HEI and the Institute of Apprenticeships and on completion of the Three-year program to register as an Operating Department Practitioner.

Applications are welcomed by those aged 18 years or over (and working within ECNT).

The Apprentice Operating Department Practitioner is a paid member of staff, working within the Trust, you will be allocated set time to attend academic study and placements.

Hours 37.5

Main duties of the job

Deliver high quality, compassionate care under the direction of a Registered Nurse/ Operating Department Practitioner (or other registered care professional) with a focus on promoting patient health and independence.

Successfully complete and pass the academic elements of the programme as specified by East Cheshire NHS Trust (ECNT), HEI and Institute of Apprenticeship standards. You will also be required to complete an apprentice portfolio that demonstrates learning and skills and complete an end point assessment.

Successfully complete the Operating Department Practitioner competencies related to HCPC standards as specified by the Trust and the University.

About us

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Details

Date posted

11 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

209-A-25-7469191

Job locations

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Overseas candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a CoS for the post by assessing their circumstances against criteria specified on the Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Overseas candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a CoS for the post by assessing their circumstances against criteria specified on the Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • 112 UCAS points or above from A levels or equivalent qualifications such as BTEC Nationals
  • Level 3 Apprenticeship Higher Technical
  • Qualifications (HTQ'S) New or existing Level 4 or 5 qualifications (such as HNDs, Foundation Degrees, Certificate HE or Diploma HE)
  • Math's and English GCSE
  • All qualifications will be assessed on an individual basis

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Team working
  • Caring, compassionate and motivated
  • Interpersonal skills, confident and enthusiastic
  • Willingness to learn and develop their role

Experience

Essential

  • Health and Social care experience including volunteering

Other Role Requirements

Essential

  • Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • 112 UCAS points or above from A levels or equivalent qualifications such as BTEC Nationals
  • Level 3 Apprenticeship Higher Technical
  • Qualifications (HTQ'S) New or existing Level 4 or 5 qualifications (such as HNDs, Foundation Degrees, Certificate HE or Diploma HE)
  • Math's and English GCSE
  • All qualifications will be assessed on an individual basis

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Team working
  • Caring, compassionate and motivated
  • Interpersonal skills, confident and enthusiastic
  • Willingness to learn and develop their role

Experience

Essential

  • Health and Social care experience including volunteering

Other Role Requirements

Essential

  • Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Employer's website

https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Employer's website

https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Professional/Practice Development Lead Theatres

Victoria Jackson

vjackson1@nhs.net

01625661727

Details

Date posted

11 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

209-A-25-7469191

Job locations

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Supporting documents

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