Job summary
Are you an aspiring Audiologist?
If so, Dorset Healthcare, are looking for two highly motivated individuals who want to become an Audiologist through the Degree Apprenticeship programme.
This programme provides the opportunity for you to combine working and studying, gaining hands on experience at the same time as earning a salary. The programme, when successfully completed, will lead to a BSc (Hons) in Healthcare Science (Audiology).
We are looking for people who have a passion and a desire to start or further develop their career in Audiology in Dorset.
There is one position available in Weymouth and one in Bournemouth.
You must be able to demonstrate compassion, commitment, and respect in line with the NHS values and behaviours as well as flexibility to work across more than one site.
As an apprentice you would work along side the current team members building your knowledge and gaining experience with a view to working towards providing Audiology services to hearing impaired people.
The post will be either based in Weymouth or Bournemouth, however from time to time you may be required to attend clinics across Dorset.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Main duties of the job
To develop and maintain knowledge, skills and competencies related to the role of an Audiologist. Through your apprenticeship within the service as well as through completion of the Audiology Apprenticeship training programme which is through Aston University. This includes working in clinic and community care settings, and delivery of direct person-centred care. Whilst undertaking this training you will work within the service as an Audiology Apprentice, where your role will reflect your learning.
The Audiology Apprenticeship Programme combines and integrates academic and work-based learning through close collaboration between employers and education providers.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Person Specification
Knowledge skills and behaviour
Essential
- GCSEs Grade A-C in Maths and English or functional skills level 2 in Maths and English
- GCSEs Grade A-C in a science subject
- Evidence of a Level 3 qualification. To include a Science Subject. (equivalent to A levels, BTEC National)
- Applicants are expected to demonstrate evidence of recent academic achievement (within last 5 years) such that they may be deemed capable of study at a degree level
- Experience of working in a health care support role (such as Health Care Assistant or Assistant Practitioner)
- Ability to communicate with members of the public and health and care providers and provide safe working environments for treatments to be carried out
Desirable
- Ability to use a range of IT systems
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Podiatrist and Podiatry assistant in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Approachable and flexible
Business Travel
Essential
- Ability to move between sites working across health and social care as required by the needs of the development programme
- Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively.
Person Specification
Knowledge skills and behaviour
Essential
- GCSEs Grade A-C in Maths and English or functional skills level 2 in Maths and English
- GCSEs Grade A-C in a science subject
- Evidence of a Level 3 qualification. To include a Science Subject. (equivalent to A levels, BTEC National)
- Applicants are expected to demonstrate evidence of recent academic achievement (within last 5 years) such that they may be deemed capable of study at a degree level
- Experience of working in a health care support role (such as Health Care Assistant or Assistant Practitioner)
- Ability to communicate with members of the public and health and care providers and provide safe working environments for treatments to be carried out
Desirable
- Ability to use a range of IT systems
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Podiatrist and Podiatry assistant in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Approachable and flexible
Business Travel
Essential
- Ability to move between sites working across health and social care as required by the needs of the development programme
- Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively.
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.
