Job summary
Are you a school leaver with an interest in Electronics - have you considered a rewarding career working for the NHS and looking to start your journey as a fully supported apprentice?
Already have some training, experience and qualifications and want to progress, then look no further-- we want to hear from you as well!
Medical Electronics is a busy department responsible for maintaining medical equipment throughout Somerset NHS Foundation Trust and across the County of Somerset.
The department provides a comprehensive service carrying out the routine calibration, maintenance, repair and management of the Trusts Medical Equipment.
We are looking to recruit a highly motivated individual in the role of an apprentice to join our team, this role supports the department across Somerset NHS Foundation Trust.
The working hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 08.30am to 05.00pm, with placements to undertake academic/practical training
We are able to offer a level 2/4 training in Healthcare Science (Clinical Engineering bias) with Dudley College/Avensys Training, dependant on your level of learning requirements. Salary starts at Apprentice NMW £6.40 an hour (rising to £7.55 in April 2025) for the 1st year then age dependent NMW.
Main duties of the job
As an apprentice you will undertake training to carry out a wide range of technical activities associated with the use and management of medical technologies
This will include checking new equipment, testing the functionality and carryout simple repairs:
- Participate in team and Trust meetings as requested.
- You will play a key supporting role in the care and maintenance of a broad range of medical equipment throughout Somerset NHS Foundation Trust including across the community sites.
- You will be a well-organised, numerate, reliable and technical minded individual.
- Attention to detail is essential along with good communication skills
- The work requires being able to work on your own initiative and as part of a team
- Ideally a car driver with a valid driving licence or have access to transport with appropriate business insurance in order to travel throughout the region, to meet the needs of the service.
Desirable candidates should have 4 GCSE's in Science, English and Maths (minimum C/4 grades) or preferably A or T levels and meet the funding eligibility criteria as well (see full details in job description section).
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Dudley College/ Avensys Training enrolment criteria and eligibility requirements.
You will learn, develop and be part of the team which provides a comprehensive support service by carrying out routine calibration, maintenance and repair of the Trust's Medical Equipment.
As an apprentice you will undertake training to carry out a wide range of technical activities associated with the use and management of medical technologies
This apprenticeship online programme with Dudley College will cover a wide range of knowledge, skills and behaviours, and will cover units such as:
- The role of the medical engineer
- Health and Safety in the Engineering Workplace
- Mathematics for Engineering Technicians
- Acceptance Testing, Maintaining, Fault Finding and decommissioning of Medical Equipment
- Anatomy, Physiology and Measurement
- As well as a range of other mandatory and optional units
You will require 4 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or equivalent, including Mathematics, English and a Science. Relevant industry experience and a clear DBS check.
You will be expected to have a sound level of mathematics and a good level of written English. Evidence of GCSE Grade A-C in maths and English, of Functional Skills Level 2 equivalent is a requirement for entry onto this course, you will need to provide evidence prior to enrolment.
Funding Eligibility Requirements:
Lived in the UK for 3 years+
Non-UK nationals who have been ordinarily resident in the UK and Islands for at least the previous 3 years on the first day of learning and:
- have permission granted by the UK government to live in the UK and such permission is not for educational purposes only, or
- have obtained pre-settled or settled status under EUSS
Prior learning, and experience will be taken into consideration on an individual basis, diagnostic tests will be carried out prior to college enrolment.
https://dudleycol.ac.uk/apprentices/
https://www.avensysmedical.co.uk/training-2/clinical-engineering-decontamination-apprenticeships/
Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities.
Minimum qualification requirements and eligibility criteria apply to this post and must be evidenced at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Dudley College/ Avensys Training enrolment criteria and eligibility requirements.
You will learn, develop and be part of the team which provides a comprehensive support service by carrying out routine calibration, maintenance and repair of the Trust's Medical Equipment.
As an apprentice you will undertake training to carry out a wide range of technical activities associated with the use and management of medical technologies
This apprenticeship online programme with Dudley College will cover a wide range of knowledge, skills and behaviours, and will cover units such as:
- The role of the medical engineer
- Health and Safety in the Engineering Workplace
- Mathematics for Engineering Technicians
- Acceptance Testing, Maintaining, Fault Finding and decommissioning of Medical Equipment
- Anatomy, Physiology and Measurement
- As well as a range of other mandatory and optional units
You will require 4 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or equivalent, including Mathematics, English and a Science. Relevant industry experience and a clear DBS check.
You will be expected to have a sound level of mathematics and a good level of written English. Evidence of GCSE Grade A-C in maths and English, of Functional Skills Level 2 equivalent is a requirement for entry onto this course, you will need to provide evidence prior to enrolment.
Funding Eligibility Requirements:
Lived in the UK for 3 years+
Non-UK nationals who have been ordinarily resident in the UK and Islands for at least the previous 3 years on the first day of learning and:
- have permission granted by the UK government to live in the UK and such permission is not for educational purposes only, or
- have obtained pre-settled or settled status under EUSS
Prior learning, and experience will be taken into consideration on an individual basis, diagnostic tests will be carried out prior to college enrolment.
https://dudleycol.ac.uk/apprentices/
https://www.avensysmedical.co.uk/training-2/clinical-engineering-decontamination-apprenticeships/
Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities.
Minimum qualification requirements and eligibility criteria apply to this post and must be evidenced at interview.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- You will need to have GCSE's in the A* - C / 4 range or equivalent. You will also need to complete an initial assessment at College, which will help us guide you to the most appropriate programme to meet your needs.
- College eligibility qualification requirements for the Apprenticeship
Experience
Essential
- You will need to be:
- Good at maths and physics
- Interested in electronics
- A confident communicator
- Able to work with your hands
- Adaptable
Additional Criteria
Essential
- You will need to demonstrate:
- Creative
- Work as a team
- Good at problem solving
- Have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn
- Reliable and punctual
- Patient
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- You will need to have GCSE's in the A* - C / 4 range or equivalent. You will also need to complete an initial assessment at College, which will help us guide you to the most appropriate programme to meet your needs.
- College eligibility qualification requirements for the Apprenticeship
Experience
Essential
- You will need to be:
- Good at maths and physics
- Interested in electronics
- A confident communicator
- Able to work with your hands
- Adaptable
Additional Criteria
Essential
- You will need to demonstrate:
- Creative
- Work as a team
- Good at problem solving
- Have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn
- Reliable and punctual
- 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.
