Job summary
We are now recruiting for our February 2025 cohort of Student Nursing Associate Apprentices!
Our Nursing Associate apprenticeship, delivered in partnership with University of Lincoln, offers a 2-year fixed-term development role combining both academic and work-based learning. As an apprentice you will work towards progression into the post of Nursing Associate, through successful completion of the Nursing Associate training programme, which includes the attainment of a level 5 Foundation Degree equivalent qualification. As an Apprentice, the education costs will be funded by the Trust, through the Apprenticeship Levy.
The Nursing Associate role has been designed nationally to meet the future healthcare needs of the population. Registered Nursing Associates work alongside existing healthcare support workers and Registered Nurses to deliver hands-on care for patients. The role forms an integral part of our nursing development pathway, enabling additional development onto the Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship upon successful completion.
These exciting posts are open to band 2 and 3 staff in health care and individuals with a minimum of 12 months experience working in a health-related role who are able to meet the entry criteria.
PLEASE NOTE - SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS ROLE. IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY ON A VISA, YOU NEED TO HAVE BEEN IN THE UK FOR 3 YEARS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS COURSE.
Main duties of the job
The Nursing Associate apprenticeship programme combines and integrates both academic and work-based learning through close collaboration between employers and education providers so evidence of study is vital.
This post will involve delivering 24 hour, 7 days a week, 365 days a year care. Successful applicants will be required to work across all shift patterns.
Apprentices will attend university for theory and will complete work based learning in their clinical workplace. They will also experience working in alternative settings on spoke placements, to fulfill all the requirements of the programme, and registration will be with the NMC.
As a pre-requisite, candidates must:
- Have GCSEs Grade A* - C (Grades 4-9) in Maths and English or functional skills level 2 in Maths and English or equivalent - certificates will be required
- Have relevant and demonstrable experience in a health or social care setting
- Be able and willing to travel across different care settings and sites delivered by us and those of our partner Trusts
- Demonstrate both our Trust values and the Six C's
- Be keen to champion outstanding care
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a Values Based Recruitment session, which will consist of a 1:1 interview. Recruitment checks will be required including evidencing your qualification certificates. Failure to provide certificated evidence of English and Maths qualifications will result in your application being rejected.
About us
Our Trust is situated in the beautiful county of Lincolnshire and is one of the biggest acute hospital trusts in England, serving a population of more than 700,000 people. We provide acute and specialist services to people in Lincolnshire and neighbouring counties. We have an annual income of £643 million (20/21) and we employ nearly 8,500 people.
Our Board have recently agreed a new vision statement - "Outstanding Care Personally Delivered" - stating their ambition for our Trust to be among the best.
We also have a five year Integrated Improvement Plan setting out how we will achieve our strategic objectives, for patients, services, people and partners, the last recognising that our future success depends on our ability to ensure the Lincolnshire healthcare system is successful in achieving its ambition to help people live healthier lives and provide care closer to where people live.
Our latest CQC report increased our ratings for being effective and well-led from 'Requires Improvement' to 'Good'. Our rating for caring remained as 'Good'.
This is in recognition of the huge amount of work that our amazing staff have done to improve the quality of care for our patients in recent years.
We are committed to helping our staff balance their work and home lives and ensure they feel supported, valued and appreciated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Nursing Associate role is a new role that will sit alongside existing registered nurses and nursing care support workers- to deliver hands-on care for patients. The role will bridge the gap between health and care support workers, who have a care certificate and graduate registered nurses and offers opportunities for health care assistants to progress into nursing roles
As an apprentice for this role, you will be full-time for 2 years. The education will be provided by the University of Lincoln and will lead to a Diploma in Higher Education: Level 5
If successful you will:
- Have the opportunity to study for a fully funded 2 year Diploma in HE Level 5
- Gain both academic and work-based learning, supporting you to develop your skills and knowledge
- Undertake a number of placements across a diverse range of specialisms and venues
- Be provided with support during your practice placements and during your time at the University of Lincoln
- Have the opportunity to take part in a brand new, innovative programme, offering hands on practical experience, underpinned by theoretical knowledge
- Be able to continue on the Nursing Career Development Pathway to becoming a Registered Nurse if successful
- Annual leave will only be able to be taken at times when there is no planned curricula activity, and these times are evenly spread across the 2 year programme.
- You must be committed to working a full range of shifts.
- 100% Course attendance is mandatory
What should you do next?
Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Nursing Associate role is a new role that will sit alongside existing registered nurses and nursing care support workers- to deliver hands-on care for patients. The role will bridge the gap between health and care support workers, who have a care certificate and graduate registered nurses and offers opportunities for health care assistants to progress into nursing roles
As an apprentice for this role, you will be full-time for 2 years. The education will be provided by the University of Lincoln and will lead to a Diploma in Higher Education: Level 5
If successful you will:
- Have the opportunity to study for a fully funded 2 year Diploma in HE Level 5
- Gain both academic and work-based learning, supporting you to develop your skills and knowledge
- Undertake a number of placements across a diverse range of specialisms and venues
- Be provided with support during your practice placements and during your time at the University of Lincoln
- Have the opportunity to take part in a brand new, innovative programme, offering hands on practical experience, underpinned by theoretical knowledge
- Be able to continue on the Nursing Career Development Pathway to becoming a Registered Nurse if successful
- Annual leave will only be able to be taken at times when there is no planned curricula activity, and these times are evenly spread across the 2 year programme.
- You must be committed to working a full range of shifts.
- 100% Course attendance is mandatory
What should you do next?
Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working within a health / care setting
- Ability to communicate with members of the public and health and care providers
- Previous and recent experience in a hospital setti
Desirable
- Completion of an Health Care Support Worker development programme
- Ability and understanding to seek advice when needed
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
- Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing (Making Every Contact Count)
- Shown an insight into their own strengths and development needs
Desirable
- Understanding of evidence based practice
- Evidence of self-directed learning
Eligibility
Essential
- Right to Work in the UK
- UK Resident for 3 Years or more
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working within a health / care setting
- Ability to communicate with members of the public and health and care providers
- Previous and recent experience in a hospital setti
Desirable
- Completion of an Health Care Support Worker development programme
- Ability and understanding to seek advice when needed
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
- Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing (Making Every Contact Count)
- Shown an insight into their own strengths and development needs
Desirable
- Understanding of evidence based practice
- Evidence of self-directed learning
Eligibility
Essential
- Right to Work in the UK
- UK Resident for 3 Years or more
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).
