Job summary
Please note, we are no longer accepting applications to this vacancy What will the apprentice be doing?
- Read, interpret and analyse building drawings and specifications and make decisions with line management support to select materials and equipment that are required for the relevant plumbing job.
- Undertake a period of training to acquire the skills to be able to construct items of purpose-made joinery, carry out routine maintenance, repairs, minor improvements and planned preventative maintenance works, fix signs, notice boards, shelving etc.
- Be required to attend training and apply learning in practice.
- Demonstrate knowledge of workshop and machinery safety practices,
- Operating machinery would require frequent concentration to ensure safety is applied
- Regular lifting of equipment, materials, and potentially heavy tools
- At all times, wear appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment relative to the task.
- Adhere to all health and safety procedures associated with their job roles
- Required to analyse equipment for a variety of faults and ensure all tools and equipment are in full working order
Main duties of the job
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
- Upon completion of the Plumbing & Domestic Heating Level 3 apprenticeship, an employment contract may be offered if the apprentice is deemed suitable
- The apprentice will enter the band 2 Level
- Potential to go to a band 3 salary
About us
The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest specialist orthopaedic units in Europe. We offer planned orthopaedic surgery to people locally, nationally and internationally.
Our Trust is a very special hospital; big enough to deliver world class services and small enough to offer exceptional patient and staff experience. We offer a working experience unique in the West Midlands and we're always on the lookout for passionate people to join our award-winning team.
The ROH is an equal opportunities employer. We employ people of difference and are committed to growing an inclusive culture, where difference is celebrated, and people feel able to bring their whole and authentic self to work.
We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a range of inclusive, family friendly and flexible working arrangements and policies, to support our people in the workplace. Flexible working requests will be considered.
The Trust is committed to the Disability Confident Interview Scheme and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy and consider them on their abilities.
If you have a disability and need any support with your application or require any reasonable adjustments to be implemented please do get in touch with the Recruiting Manager for this position so that the team can support you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
- Once the apprenticeship is completed, the apprentice will be awarded the Level 3 Plumbing and Domestic Heating Apprenticeship standard, equivalent to 2 A Levels
- Apprentices will be given 1 study day per week for academic purposes for their apprenticeship. This day will be dictated by Dudley College and will be confirmed at a later date
- The location of the training will be either on-site at the hospital or at Dudley College's Construction training facilities
- Functional skills training can be provided as/when needed by the Trust through an appointed Training Provider to be named in due course in both English and maths
Job description
Job responsibilities
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
- Once the apprenticeship is completed, the apprentice will be awarded the Level 3 Plumbing and Domestic Heating Apprenticeship standard, equivalent to 2 A Levels
- Apprentices will be given 1 study day per week for academic purposes for their apprenticeship. This day will be dictated by Dudley College and will be confirmed at a later date
- The location of the training will be either on-site at the hospital or at Dudley College's Construction training facilities
- Functional skills training can be provided as/when needed by the Trust through an appointed Training Provider to be named in due course in both English and maths
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- If you do not meet the desired qualifications, then you must have the willingness to complete Functional Skills alongside your apprenticeship in English and Maths and successfully pass at Level 2.
Desirable
- Minimum Grade C in English and Maths GCSE/ 4-9 or equivalent e.g. Functional Skills Level 2
SKILLS/ KNOWLEDGE/ APTITUDE
Essential
- oExcellent numerical and analytical skills
- oGood communication skills
- oIT proficient
- oAttention to detail
- oCustomer care skills
- oProblem solving skills
- oAbility to work on own initiative
- oBe able to work at height and in confined spaces
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential
- oDemonstrate commitment to colleagues and team objectives
- oAble to build effective working relationships with a diversity of individuals and groups
- oWilling to undertake any necessary training and take direction from colleagues and peers
- oGood team player
- oPunctual and Patient
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- If you do not meet the desired qualifications, then you must have the willingness to complete Functional Skills alongside your apprenticeship in English and Maths and successfully pass at Level 2.
Desirable
- Minimum Grade C in English and Maths GCSE/ 4-9 or equivalent e.g. Functional Skills Level 2
SKILLS/ KNOWLEDGE/ APTITUDE
Essential
- oExcellent numerical and analytical skills
- oGood communication skills
- oIT proficient
- oAttention to detail
- oCustomer care skills
- oProblem solving skills
- oAbility to work on own initiative
- oBe able to work at height and in confined spaces
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential
- oDemonstrate commitment to colleagues and team objectives
- oAble to build effective working relationships with a diversity of individuals and groups
- oWilling to undertake any necessary training and take direction from colleagues and peers
- oGood team player
- oPunctual and Patient
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).
Employer details
Employer name
The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital
Bristol Road South
Northfield
B31 2AP
Employer's website
https://www.roh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
