Apprentice Radiographer

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

We are excited to announce new training post opportunities for the Diagnostic Radiographer BSc Degree Apprenticeship. We are seeking enthusiastic, capable individuals keen to join the Trust to gain a fully funded University of Exeter degree in Diagnostic Radiography through employment-based apprenticeship training, working towards a career as a Radiographer.

We have successfully recruited three previous intakes and will be looking to enrol two further candidates on the Exeter University Apprenticeship Radiographer Degree Program, due to commence in March 2025. Candidates will be required to start employment with us in October 2024 as university applications are expected to open November 2024 with the course commencing in March 2025. This is an exciting training opportunity to become a Diagnostic Radiographer eligible for HCPC registration (subject to course completion) while earning a salary. Applicants without the necessary qualifications will not be considered, including GCSE Mathsand Englishgrade C or 4(orFunctional Skills Maths and English Level 2, or equivalent) and 3 A-Levels grade BBC* (with x1 B in a science subject*) or equivalent BTEC/T-Level/ Level 3 Apprenticeship Senior Healthcare Support Worker - Radiology route.

Main duties of the job

The Apprenticeship Degree Program is a pathway developed in conjunction with NHS England, to provide the opportunity to locally train enthusiastic prospective students to become Radiographers. Successful candidates will be employed by Homerton Hospital on a fixed term (3 year) training post contract. They will be enrolled with the University of Exeter and are expected to complete work-based, online and self-directed learning as outlined in the Exeter University prospectus. One week residential block attendance per term at Exeter University will be required, accommodation and travel costs will be paid by the Radiology department. Apprenticeship Radiographers will be supported and supervised in the Radiology Department by our own qualified Radiographers and Mentors/Practice Educators. There will be one day a week (20%) off-the-job learning achieved with a mixture of live online lectures, assignments and guided study.

At Homerton we have a diverse and enthusiastic Radiology team providing a continually expanding Imaging Service. You would work alongside our qualified Radiographers in all areas of the department, gaining excellent opportunities to develop your knowledge and skills within our modern, well equipped and supportive Radiology Department.

About us

Homerton Healthcare Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

Date posted

17 June 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£22,816 to £27,596 a year (Band 3 year 1 & 2 and Band 4 year 3)

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

293-CSEP-0451

Job locations

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Homerton Row

London

E9 6SR

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s on this page

The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

Apprenticeship Entry Requirements defined by HEI - 3 A'level or equiv with 1 science
GCSE: Maths and English grade C or 4

Desirable

Radiology or other Healthcare Experience

Experience

Essential

Commitment to prior study or role
Ability to balance pressures of work, study and life with the ability to work under pressure

Trust Values

Essential

Demonstrates an understanding of Trust Values

Skills/ Abilities

Essential

Basic IT/keyboard skills
Ability to work as part of a team and independently
Good inter-personal skills

Desirable

Enthusiastic and highly motivated
Eager to develop healthcare career

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

Apprenticeship Entry Requirements defined by HEI - 3 A'level or equiv with 1 science
GCSE: Maths and English grade C or 4

Desirable

Radiology or other Healthcare Experience

Experience

Essential

Commitment to prior study or role
Ability to balance pressures of work, study and life with the ability to work under pressure

Trust Values

Essential

Demonstrates an understanding of Trust Values

Skills/ Abilities

Essential

Basic IT/keyboard skills
Ability to work as part of a team and independently
Good inter-personal skills

Desirable

Enthusiastic and highly motivated
Eager to develop healthcare career

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

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