Job summary
Join us at Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust (OHFT) to complete your training to become a qualified Dietitian and gain a BSc Dietetics degree whilst you work.
The Dietetic Apprenticeship program combines clinical employment, work based learning, and academic learning. It is a fully funded route towards qualification as a HCPC registered Dietitian.
As an employee of Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, you will demonstrate our values, and once you have completed all the requirements for registration as a qualified Dietitian, you will be supported to apply for band 5 vacancies within the Trust.
You will be employed as an Apprentice Dietitian at Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust and be provided with dedicated time to study for a degree in Dietetics. The apprenticeships will be aligned to Sheffield Hallam University and if taught via remote learning.
During the apprenticeship you will develop skills and knowledge that will allow you to work in today's dynamic and changing healthcare environment. Whilst you will be based in one specific team, your placements will provide a variety of learning environments both within Oxford Health and with external healthcare providers.
There is a requirement to be able to travel between sites both within Oxford Health and externally for placements. Applicants must have a full valid driving license and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.
Main duties of the job
We have one post available in Wiltshire, based at Marlborough House, Swindon. The service offers excellent opportunities for supervision, service development, service evaluation and research, teaching and training. The service is also committed to evidence-based and evidence generating practice and you will have the opportunity to be part of service evaluation and Quality Improvement projects. The post-holder will be expected to assist in clinically related administration and will need to utilise data and research skills for audit and service development.
Marlborough House, Swindon
The CAMHS Inpatient service, based in Swindon, is called Marlborough House. The unit is self-contained on the hospital site and offers both inpatient and day patient facilities. It includes an on-site school which follows the national curriculum. Our teachers will liaise with each young person's home school to ensure continuity.
About us
At Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust we want to employ people not just with experience, but with the aptitude and motivation to succeed and whose values resonate with our own.
Therefore, if you don't meet all the requirements of the role and are unsure about applying but are excited about the opportunity, please do get in touch. We will be happy to discuss the requirements in more detail ahead of making a written application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Entry requirements
- Applicants will need to evidence Maths and English GCSE at Grade C (4), or equivalent (such as Functional Skills Level 2). This MUST be completed before enrolment. If applicants are unable to find their certificates, they will need to re-take these qualifications.
- Level 3 academic qualification i.e., AS/ A level, access to higher education diploma etc.
- International applicants will need to send in their certificates for checking by NARIC for UK equivalency
- Students whose first language is not English (where English and Maths qualifications have been taken via a non UK exam board) are normally required to have IELTS >7.0 (with no component <6.5)
- In order to apply for the course, we need to ensure that you have met the criteria, please see attached link for information about right to work / remain in UK and residency status. Please can you read through this to ensure that you meet the criteria before applying for the post: Apprenticeship Funding Rules GOV.UK
- It is not possible for any apprentice to enroll onto the Dietetic Apprentice if they are undertaking any academic course at the beginning of the apprenticeship. All courses must be ended, and the candidate must be unenrolled from any other courses the month before the beginning of the Apprenticeship.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Entry requirements
- Applicants will need to evidence Maths and English GCSE at Grade C (4), or equivalent (such as Functional Skills Level 2). This MUST be completed before enrolment. If applicants are unable to find their certificates, they will need to re-take these qualifications.
- Level 3 academic qualification i.e., AS/ A level, access to higher education diploma etc.
- International applicants will need to send in their certificates for checking by NARIC for UK equivalency
- Students whose first language is not English (where English and Maths qualifications have been taken via a non UK exam board) are normally required to have IELTS >7.0 (with no component <6.5)
- In order to apply for the course, we need to ensure that you have met the criteria, please see attached link for information about right to work / remain in UK and residency status. Please can you read through this to ensure that you meet the criteria before applying for the post: Apprenticeship Funding Rules GOV.UK
- It is not possible for any apprentice to enroll onto the Dietetic Apprentice if they are undertaking any academic course at the beginning of the apprenticeship. All courses must be ended, and the candidate must be unenrolled from any other courses the month before the beginning of the Apprenticeship.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience Requirements
Essential
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Dietitian in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service developmen
- Experience of having worked in a clinical setting
Desirable
- Understanding of evidence-based practice
Qualifications - Academic/Skills/Professional
Essential
- Level 3 academic qualification i.e.AS/ A level, access to higher education diploma etc
- Demonstrable ability to study at Level 6 of Higher Education Level and commit to completing the Degree programme
- Level 2 qualification in both maths and English
Further Training or Job Related Aptitude and Skills
Essential
- Intermediate IT skills
- Ability to communicate with patients and members of the team
- Courteous, respectful and helpful at all times
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities
Desirable
- Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional
- Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and well being (Making Every Contact Count)
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate professional behaviours, values and attitudes.
- Demonstrates excellent team working skills.
- Flexible and adaptable approach to working in a rapidly changing environme
- Works in a polite and non-judgemental manner.
People Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Able to seek help when needed.
Contractual Requirements or other requirements
Essential
- There is a requirement to be able to travel between sites both within Oxford Health and externally for placements. Applicants must have a full valid driving license and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.
- Able to work flexibly to access staff on shift patterns out of hours and between sites in order to achieve an equal approach throughout the Trust.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience Requirements
Essential
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Dietitian in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service developmen
- Experience of having worked in a clinical setting
Desirable
- Understanding of evidence-based practice
Qualifications - Academic/Skills/Professional
Essential
- Level 3 academic qualification i.e.AS/ A level, access to higher education diploma etc
- Demonstrable ability to study at Level 6 of Higher Education Level and commit to completing the Degree programme
- Level 2 qualification in both maths and English
Further Training or Job Related Aptitude and Skills
Essential
- Intermediate IT skills
- Ability to communicate with patients and members of the team
- Courteous, respectful and helpful at all times
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities
Desirable
- Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional
- Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and well being (Making Every Contact Count)
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate professional behaviours, values and attitudes.
- Demonstrates excellent team working skills.
- Flexible and adaptable approach to working in a rapidly changing environme
- Works in a polite and non-judgemental manner.
People Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Able to seek help when needed.
Contractual Requirements or other requirements
Essential
- There is a requirement to be able to travel between sites both within Oxford Health and externally for placements. Applicants must have a full valid driving license and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.
- Able to work flexibly to access staff on shift patterns out of hours and between sites in order to achieve an equal approach throughout the Trust.
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).
