Job summary
Open to internal applicants only
Are you ready to
embark on an exciting career journey in healthcare? Look no further!
We're thrilled to announce openings for the Nursing Associate
Apprenticeship.
Our Nursing Associate Apprenticeship, in conjunction with the University
of Huddersfield, offers a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn
through a comprehensive two-year foundation degree. Upon successful
completion, apprentices will be eligible to apply for registration as a
Nursing Associate with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Emma Birkett Apprenticeship Development Lead emma.birkett@nhs.net
Siobhan Zagajewski Clinical Education Lead siobhan.zagajewski@nhs.net
Alannah McCabe Project Manager alannah.mccabe@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
About the Role:
As a Nursing Associate, you'll step into a highly trained registered
generic role that serves as a vital link between non-registered
Healthcare Support Workers and Registered Nurses. You will work under the
guidance of Registered Nurses to deliver compassionate care to patients.
Key Benefits:
Earn while you learn: This apprenticeship offers a development
opportunity for individuals with GCSE Maths and English grade C/4 or
above (or equivalent).
Career advancement: Upon successful completion, Registered Nursing
Associates have the option to pursue further study at level 6 to become a
Registered Nurse, choosing from fields such as Adult, Child, Learning
Disability, or Mental Health.
Financial support: Nursing Associate Apprentices remain employed by LCH
and are seconded to the apprenticeship on a minimum B3 for the duration
of the program. All university course fees are covered through the Trust
apprenticeship levy.
About us
Who are we?
Leeds Community Healthcare
provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We
treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and
work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.
We have a strong culture based on
deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality
care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good",
with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.
Perks
of the job
Our benefits range from generous
annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of
attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.ukclick
on the Join Our Team Tab.
Right
to Work
This
role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right
to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement
scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the
right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship,
please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
The post holder will be an Apprentice Nursing Associate on a two-year education programme working towards a foundation degree and on successful completion registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Nursing Associate.
The course combines work-based and academic learning between Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust (LCH) and an approved Higher Educational Institute (HEI).
As an Apprentice Nursing Associate, the post holder will be based in a clinical area within LCH and gain experience working across both internal and external placements to develop an understanding of the different areas of local healthcare service and meet the NMC requirements.
You will be required to achieve the standards as set out by the NMC, HEI and the Institute of Apprenticeships and on completion of the two-year programme register as a nursing associate.
During the education programme you will develop skills and knowledge that will allow you to work in todays dynamic and changing healthcare environment. You will be required to commit to self-directed study and successfully complete all components of the education programme within the contract period.
The Apprentice Nursing Associate is a paid member of staff working within the Trust, you will be allocated set time to attend academic study and placements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
The post holder will be an Apprentice Nursing Associate on a two-year education programme working towards a foundation degree and on successful completion registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Nursing Associate.
The course combines work-based and academic learning between Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust (LCH) and an approved Higher Educational Institute (HEI).
As an Apprentice Nursing Associate, the post holder will be based in a clinical area within LCH and gain experience working across both internal and external placements to develop an understanding of the different areas of local healthcare service and meet the NMC requirements.
You will be required to achieve the standards as set out by the NMC, HEI and the Institute of Apprenticeships and on completion of the two-year programme register as a nursing associate.
During the education programme you will develop skills and knowledge that will allow you to work in todays dynamic and changing healthcare environment. You will be required to commit to self-directed study and successfully complete all components of the education programme within the contract period.
The Apprentice Nursing Associate is a paid member of staff working within the Trust, you will be allocated set time to attend academic study and placements.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English Language or English Literature and Maths at grade 4 or above, or grade C or above if awarded under the previous GCSE grading scheme, or Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English.
- If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum of IELTS 6.5 with no element lower than 6.0, or equivalent.
- Care certificate (or commitment to complete during first semester of apprenticeship).
- Up to date with all statutory and mandatory training in current role.
Desirable
- Evidence of recent previous learning related to clinical area.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public.
- Experience of organising and prioritising own workload.
- Experience of working as part of a team.
Desirable
- Experience of working in health or social care settings without direct supervision.
- Experience of relevant clinical area e.g. older people, children.
- Experience of participating in clinical supervision.
Skills and Attributes
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English Language or English Literature and Maths at grade 4 or above, or grade C or above if awarded under the previous GCSE grading scheme, or Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English.
- If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum of IELTS 6.5 with no element lower than 6.0, or equivalent.
- Care certificate (or commitment to complete during first semester of apprenticeship).
- Up to date with all statutory and mandatory training in current role.
Desirable
- Evidence of recent previous learning related to clinical area.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public.
- Experience of organising and prioritising own workload.
- Experience of working as part of a team.
Desirable
- Experience of working in health or social care settings without direct supervision.
- Experience of relevant clinical area e.g. older people, children.
- Experience of participating in clinical supervision.
Skills and Attributes
Desirable
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.
