Job summary
The Eastern Pathology Alliance (EPA) is offering 2 apprenticeship posts, one based at the James Paget hospital, Great Yarmouth and the other at Queen Elizabeth hospital, Kings Lynn.
The Eastern Pathology Alliance (EPA) is a managed pathology network providing Clinical Biochemistry, Immunology, Haematology, Blood Transfusion, Andrology and Microbiology services to primary and secondary care providers across Norfolk and Waveney. The network has a hub and spoke configuration with laboratories and network management based at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital representing the hub, and laboratories based at the James Paget University Hospital, Gorleston and the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King's Lynn representing the spokes.
EPA has a successful history of training Biomedical Scientists and has full training approval by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS). The apprentice will receive training in Haematology, Coagulation, Chemistry and Blood Transfusion and will be primarily based at the James Paget hospital, Gt. Yarmouth. Occasional attendance at the Norfolk and Norwich Hospital maybe required.
Interviews will be held at the NNUH on the 16th July and the via TEAMS with the UEA on the 17th July.
Main duties of the job
This 4-year fixed term apprenticeship post will require the candidate to undertaking a L6 Applied Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) degree apprenticeship at the University of East Anglia. EPA has worked closely with the UEA to develop this (IBMS) accredited degree apprenticeship program. The degree program adopts a blended approach to teaching with most of the lectures delivered remotely, although there will be a requirement to attend occasional days at the UEA campus in Norwich as well as work-based learning. Healthcare Science Practitioner (Applied Biomedical Science) Apprenticeship (uea.ac.uk)
This post has a 2 stage interview process. The initial interview will be conducted with NNUHFT staff on Tuesday the 15th August. Shortlisted candidates will need to attend a second interview via MS Teams with the UEA for acceptance onto the degree programme on Thursday 17th August 2023.
For the duration of your Apprenticeship, you will be appointed under Annex 21 of Band 5 (Agenda for Change). You will receive 60% of the Band 5 salary. Upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship and receipt of Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration, you will be eligible to apply for a Band 5 post.
About us
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Flexible working hours
- Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
- Multi Faith prayer room
- Discounted gym memberships
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
- Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
- Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
- On-site Nursery
- On-site cafes offering staff discounts
- Support in career development
- Flexible staff bank
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Job description
Job responsibilities
The apprentice will undertake training and completion of the L6 Apprenticeship and BSc (Hons) degree in Applied Biomedical science at the University of East Anglia (UEA), to complete the institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) Certificate of Competence (CoC) registration portfolio. On completion of the 4-year degree program the apprentice will be eligible to apply for registration with the Health Care & Professions Council (HCPC) as a Biomedical Scientist.
The apprentice will learn and perform under supervision a range of complex analyses in Haematology, Chemistry, Coagulation, Transfusion Science and Reception department. They will maintain the Laboratory Information Service on a daily basis allowing the service users access to accurate and updated patient care test results.
When competent, the apprentice will help train and demonstrate methodologies on complex analytical equipment to medical staff, clinical scientists, other BMS staff, new entrant staff, students and medical laboratory assistants (MLA) as appropriate.
The apprentice will support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NNUHs PRIDE values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The apprentice will undertake training and completion of the L6 Apprenticeship and BSc (Hons) degree in Applied Biomedical science at the University of East Anglia (UEA), to complete the institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) Certificate of Competence (CoC) registration portfolio. On completion of the 4-year degree program the apprentice will be eligible to apply for registration with the Health Care & Professions Council (HCPC) as a Biomedical Scientist.
The apprentice will learn and perform under supervision a range of complex analyses in Haematology, Chemistry, Coagulation, Transfusion Science and Reception department. They will maintain the Laboratory Information Service on a daily basis allowing the service users access to accurate and updated patient care test results.
When competent, the apprentice will help train and demonstrate methodologies on complex analytical equipment to medical staff, clinical scientists, other BMS staff, new entrant staff, students and medical laboratory assistants (MLA) as appropriate.
The apprentice will support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NNUHs PRIDE values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Science A levels including biology or NVQ level 3 in healthcare science related subject.
- Develop skills and demonstrate continued competence to practice
- Participation in CPD and training activities
Desirable
- Grade C (4) or above in GCSE English and Maths
Skills
Essential
- Has a working knowledge of the assays performed within their service
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Science A levels including biology or NVQ level 3 in healthcare science related subject.
- Develop skills and demonstrate continued competence to practice
- Participation in CPD and training activities
Desirable
- Grade C (4) or above in GCSE English and Maths
Skills
Essential
- Has a working knowledge of the assays performed within their service
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
