Job summary
Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHFT) are excited to announce, that as part of our Nurse Pathway opportunities, applications are now open for the Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship!
Starting in September 2024, the BSc (Hons) Nursing Degree Apprenticeship is an exciting opportunity to train to become a Registered Nurse, with Birmingham City University.
Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship (Adult, Child, Mental Health and Learning Disabilities) - BSc (Hons) - 2024/25 Entry | Birmingham City University (bcu.ac.uk)
Specialising in either Mental Health or Learning Disabilities, you will be employed for a minimum of 30 hours per week and complete a combination of academic study & practice placements, as well as working as a Healthcare Support Worker at BCHFT. You will be supported during your journey to be your best and will join us upon completion as a Band 5 Registered Nurse.
You must:
- Be a minimum of 18 years old and demonstrate that you are living permanently in the UK
Hold the entry requirements of:
- 120 UCAS Points UCAS Tariff Points - Calculate Your Entry Requirements
- Possess GCSEs at grade C or above / 4 or above - in English and Maths, or equivalent qualifications (e.g. Functional Skills)
Be able to provide evidence of your entry requirements (original certificates) at the time of applying
Main duties of the job
The BSc (Hons) Nursing Degree Apprenticeship is a 48-month work-integrated university degree, designed to enable you to train as an apprentice to become a graduate Registered Nurse (Mental Health or Learning Disabilities) with the NMC upon programme completion.
The programme combines both work-based and academic learning between Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHFT) and a Higher Education Institute (HEI).
As a Registered Nurse Degree Apprentice, you will be predominantly based, as a paid employee, within BCHFT. Your practice placements will be specific to your chosen field throughout the four years. However, to help you become a more rounded nurse, you will also have opportunities to learn across the four fields of nursing. Your placement learning experiences may be within community, hospital or home environment settings, in order to meet the NMC programme requirements. Whilst on placement, you will be supported, supervised and assessed by practice and academic staff to develop your knowledge and skills.
Upon successful completion, you will be eligible to join the Nursing and Midwifery Council register as a Registered Nurse (Mental Health or Learning Disabilities).
Throughout the BSc (Hons) Registered Nursing Degree Apprenticeship, you will be taught the skills and knowledge that will enable you to work in today's dynamic and changing healthcare environment.
About us
Please note that if we receive a high volume of applications, the vacancy may close early.
To find out more, or for an informal discussion, please contact bchft.apprenticeships@nhs.net
Interviews will be held on 29th, 30th April and 1st May 2024 at Trafalgar House, Dudley
Job description
Job responsibilities
Throughout the duration of the BSc (Hons) Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship, you will be required to:
- Deliver high quality, compassionate care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (or other nominated 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 BCHFT, the HEI and the Institute of Apprenticeship standards. According to these standards, you will be required to complete 4,600 hours, equally divided between theory and practice, as off the job training. You will also be required to complete an apprentice portfolio that demonstrates learning and skills and complete an end point assessment.
- Successfully complete the nursing competencies according to the NMC Standards (NMC 2018) and as specified by the Trust and the University.
- Have sound attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS Values and Trust values.
- Work as part of a designated clinical care team, under the direction of a Registered Nurse (or other nominated registered care professional), delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the patient.
- Under the supervision of a Practice Assessor (NMC 2018), you will develop your own nursing competence whilst on placements, and will also be required to attend academic study, whilst maintaining evidence of your learning during these times.
- Adhere to the policies and procedures required as an employee of BCHFT, undertake all mandatory training required for the role, attend progress meetings on a 6 monthly basis with BCHFT and provide evidence of course progression upon request.
- Demonstrate a flexible and dynamic attitude, throughout the duration of the programme.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Throughout the duration of the BSc (Hons) Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship, you will be required to:
- Deliver high quality, compassionate care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (or other nominated 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 BCHFT, the HEI and the Institute of Apprenticeship standards. According to these standards, you will be required to complete 4,600 hours, equally divided between theory and practice, as off the job training. You will also be required to complete an apprentice portfolio that demonstrates learning and skills and complete an end point assessment.
- Successfully complete the nursing competencies according to the NMC Standards (NMC 2018) and as specified by the Trust and the University.
- Have sound attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS Values and Trust values.
- Work as part of a designated clinical care team, under the direction of a Registered Nurse (or other nominated registered care professional), delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the patient.
- Under the supervision of a Practice Assessor (NMC 2018), you will develop your own nursing competence whilst on placements, and will also be required to attend academic study, whilst maintaining evidence of your learning during these times.
- Adhere to the policies and procedures required as an employee of BCHFT, undertake all mandatory training required for the role, attend progress meetings on a 6 monthly basis with BCHFT and provide evidence of course progression upon request.
- Demonstrate a flexible and dynamic attitude, throughout the duration of the programme.
Person Specification
Meets academic requirements (120 UCAS points and maths/English)
Essential
- Meets academic requirements (120 UCAS points and maths/English)
Desirable
- Experience in care
- Computer literate
- Understanding of role and responsibilities of being an apprentice
Person Specification
Meets academic requirements (120 UCAS points and maths/English)
Essential
- Meets academic requirements (120 UCAS points and maths/English)
Desirable
- Experience in care
- Computer literate
- Understanding of role and responsibilities of being an apprentice
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).
