Job summary
The post-holder will be a trainee and will complete a BSc (Hons) Podiatry as a level 6 apprentice which will encompass teaching at Huddersfield University, clinical placements and workplace-based experience. The education and qualification at the university will be fully funded by the trust.
Main duties of the job
The degree apprenticeship programme combines and integrates both academic and work-based learning through close collaboration between employers and education providers.
The post-holder will continuously develop their skills and ability as they progress through the degree programme so that on completion they can manage and be responsible for a caseload, with supervision from a Senior Podiatrist/Team Lead, providing effective assessments and treatments across inpatient and community services.
The post holder will complete clinical placements across core clinical areas; this will allow the Apprentice to develop their knowledge and skills. There will be opportunities for service development and involvement in audit and clinical governance. Services operate over a 7-day week; flexible working may be required including weekends and bank holidays.
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
Our mission is to make a difference every day. Our values are that we care, we respect, and we listen
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
The salary for the role is only one part of the excellent package of benefits we offer to you:
- Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- NHS pension scheme membership
- Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
- NHS Staff discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
- Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will be a trainee in Podiatry and will complete a BSc (Hons) Podiatry as a level 6 apprentice which will encompass teaching at the University, clinical placements (within different services in order to gain a range of clinical experience across different health and social care settings) and workplace based experience.
During the apprenticeship the post holder will perform all of the elements in this job description as a learner and under the direct and/or indirect supervision of a registered practitioner. The degree apprenticeship programme combines and integrates both academic and work-based learning through close collaboration between employers and education providers.
The post-holder will continuously develop their skills and ability as they progress through the degree programme so that on completion they can manage and be responsible for a caseload, with supervision from a Senior Therapist/Team Lead, providing effective Therapy to people with relevant needs.
The post holder will contribute to the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of therapy programmes as part of the multidisciplinary team. The post holder will have the knowledge to interpret information and be skilled in taking appropriate action(s) to achieve the planned outcomes.
The post holder will be expected to practice in accordance with the Trust policies, guidelines, standards and statutory requirements, contribute to the maintenance of a safe clinical environment and operate within defined competency boundaries
It is expected that the level of responsibility under each of the following duties will increase throughout the employees time on the degree programme.
The post holder will be based within the Podiatry services and will be required to work across a variety of clinical settings; this will allow the Apprentice to develop their core clinical skills. There will be opportunities for service development and involvement in audit and clinical governance. Services operate over a 7-day week, flexible working may be required including weekends and bank holidays
The post holder is required to work as part of a team and may have supervisory responsibility for work experience students.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £38. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary
In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £13.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will be a trainee in Podiatry and will complete a BSc (Hons) Podiatry as a level 6 apprentice which will encompass teaching at the University, clinical placements (within different services in order to gain a range of clinical experience across different health and social care settings) and workplace based experience.
During the apprenticeship the post holder will perform all of the elements in this job description as a learner and under the direct and/or indirect supervision of a registered practitioner. The degree apprenticeship programme combines and integrates both academic and work-based learning through close collaboration between employers and education providers.
The post-holder will continuously develop their skills and ability as they progress through the degree programme so that on completion they can manage and be responsible for a caseload, with supervision from a Senior Therapist/Team Lead, providing effective Therapy to people with relevant needs.
The post holder will contribute to the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of therapy programmes as part of the multidisciplinary team. The post holder will have the knowledge to interpret information and be skilled in taking appropriate action(s) to achieve the planned outcomes.
The post holder will be expected to practice in accordance with the Trust policies, guidelines, standards and statutory requirements, contribute to the maintenance of a safe clinical environment and operate within defined competency boundaries
It is expected that the level of responsibility under each of the following duties will increase throughout the employees time on the degree programme.
The post holder will be based within the Podiatry services and will be required to work across a variety of clinical settings; this will allow the Apprentice to develop their core clinical skills. There will be opportunities for service development and involvement in audit and clinical governance. Services operate over a 7-day week, flexible working may be required including weekends and bank holidays
The post holder is required to work as part of a team and may have supervisory responsibility for work experience students.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £38. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary
In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £13.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- 2 GCSE passes at grade C or grade 4 and above including Mathematics, English language or literature. Level 2 equivalent literacy & numeracy qualifications will be accepted.
- 120 UCAS points from 3 A levels. Or equivalent from national BTEC qualifications e.g.: extended diploma in applied science, health science or health studies.
- Successful completion of an Access to HE Diploma in health studies, health science, nursing, or another science-based course.
- Previous degree in a related subject.
- Evidence of successful formal accredited study at level 3 and a minimum of 6 months experience in a health and social care capacity
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the roles of other professionals
- Knowledge of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Knowledge to promote and support equality and value diversity
- Knowledge of the NHS constitution
- Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities
- Knowledge of standardised and non-standardised assessments and treatments relevant to podiatry practice
Experience
Essential
- Previous or current employment in health/ social care / vocational rehabilitation setting
- Experience with working as Physiotherapy Assistant/ Occupational Therapy Assistant/ / Speech and Language/ Dietetic Assistant / Podiatry Assistant / Rehabilitation Assistant or Healthcare Assistant experience
- Experience of recent work-based learning or self-directed learning
Desirable
- Experience in use of IT applications
- Experience of service development
- Experience of working shifts/ weekends
- Team working
- Managing and prioritising workloads.
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting including varied and unpredictable environments
- Experience of handling confrontational situations regarding an individual's wellbeing
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills including observation, listening and empathy
- Skills to empower people to realise and maintain their potential in relation to health and well being
- Time management skills and the ability to prioritise
- Evidence of IT skills, problem solving, and interpersonal skills development is valuable.
- Analytical and reflective skills
- High degree of self-motivation and initiative
- Commitment to undergo training and complete competencies required for the post within the timescales of the apprenticeship
Desirable
- Ability to cope with working in a stressful environment, including emotional or aggressive patients and carers
- Ability to cope with working in a stressful environment, including emotional or aggressive patients and carers
- Actively seeks responsibility, accountability and autonomy
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- 2 GCSE passes at grade C or grade 4 and above including Mathematics, English language or literature. Level 2 equivalent literacy & numeracy qualifications will be accepted.
- 120 UCAS points from 3 A levels. Or equivalent from national BTEC qualifications e.g.: extended diploma in applied science, health science or health studies.
- Successful completion of an Access to HE Diploma in health studies, health science, nursing, or another science-based course.
- Previous degree in a related subject.
- Evidence of successful formal accredited study at level 3 and a minimum of 6 months experience in a health and social care capacity
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the roles of other professionals
- Knowledge of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Knowledge to promote and support equality and value diversity
- Knowledge of the NHS constitution
- Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities
- Knowledge of standardised and non-standardised assessments and treatments relevant to podiatry practice
Experience
Essential
- Previous or current employment in health/ social care / vocational rehabilitation setting
- Experience with working as Physiotherapy Assistant/ Occupational Therapy Assistant/ / Speech and Language/ Dietetic Assistant / Podiatry Assistant / Rehabilitation Assistant or Healthcare Assistant experience
- Experience of recent work-based learning or self-directed learning
Desirable
- Experience in use of IT applications
- Experience of service development
- Experience of working shifts/ weekends
- Team working
- Managing and prioritising workloads.
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting including varied and unpredictable environments
- Experience of handling confrontational situations regarding an individual's wellbeing
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills including observation, listening and empathy
- Skills to empower people to realise and maintain their potential in relation to health and well being
- Time management skills and the ability to prioritise
- Evidence of IT skills, problem solving, and interpersonal skills development is valuable.
- Analytical and reflective skills
- High degree of self-motivation and initiative
- Commitment to undergo training and complete competencies required for the post within the timescales of the apprenticeship
Desirable
- Ability to cope with working in a stressful environment, including emotional or aggressive patients and carers
- Ability to cope with working in a stressful environment, including emotional or aggressive patients and carers
- Actively seeks responsibility, accountability and autonomy
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).
