Job summary
Do
you want to be part of a high quality, innovative work-based learning programme
aimed at shaping the delivery of Operating Theatre care for the future? Then
the Apprentice Operating Department Practitioner role could be for you.
An
exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Theatres and Anaesthesia CSU. We
are looking for someone who is passionate about delivering high quality,
patient-centred care to patients throughout their perioperative journey.
This
is an apprenticeship where you will have the opportunity to earn while you
learn throughout the duration of the programme. You will be employed in a
three-year Apprentice Operating Department Practitioner role on a fixed term
contract at Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust and undertake your academic studies
at our Higher Education Institute University of Huddersfield
The
Apprentice Operating Department Practitioner course is a three-year education
programme, working towards becoming a registered Operating Department
Practitioner with a BSc Hons degree. The course combines work-based and
academic learning between LTHT and an approved Higher Education Institute
(HEI).
If
your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum
requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.5
overall with no element lower than 6.0, or equivalent.
Each
application will be considered on an individual basis.
Main duties of the job
As
an Apprentice Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) you will be based, as a
paid employee, within LTHT. Whilst you will be allocated to one specific area,
you will experience working across internal placements to gain an appreciation
of the different areas within our healthcare services.
You
will be required to achieve the standards as set out by the Health and Care
Professions Council (HCPC), HEI and the Institute of Apprenticeships and on
completion of the Three-year programme to register as an Operating Department
Practitioner.
During
the education programme you will develop skills and knowledge that will allow
you to work in within a dynamic and challenging healthcare environment.
To
be eligible to apply you must be able to evidence that you:
Meet the criteria outlined within the
personal specification.
Are 18 years old or over.
Are able to fulfil Occupational
Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).
Have lived in the UK for continuous
3-year period prior to start of the programme.
Have a valid visa for the full length
of the apprenticeship until September 2028.
Please
note:
This post is not eligible for Skilled
Worker/Health & Care Visa sponsorship.
This advert may close early once
enough suitable candidates have applied.
About us
Our
values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as
a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff
and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:
Patient-centred
Collaborative
Fair
Accountable
Empowered
All
our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is part of the West Yorkshire Association of Acute
Trusts (WYAAT), a collaborative of the NHS hospital trusts from across West
Yorkshire and Harrogate working together to provide the best possible care for
our patients.
By
bringing together the wide range of skills and expertise across West Yorkshire
and Harrogate we are working differently, innovating and driving forward change
to deliver the highest quality care. By working for Leeds Teaching Hospitals
NHS Trust this is your opportunity to be a part of that change.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process
of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As
such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right
to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do
experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please
bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if
you have any questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As
part of the Apprenticeship you will be required to:
Deliver high quality, compassionate
care under the direction of a Registered Nurse/ Operating Department
Practitioner (or other registered care professional) with a focus on promoting
patient health and independence
Successfully complete and pass the
academic elements of the programme as specified by the Leeds Teaching Hospital
Trust (LTHT), HEI and Institute of Apprenticeship standards. You will also be
required to complete an apprentice portfolio that demonstrates learning and
skills and complete an end point assessment.
Successfully complete the Operating
Department Practitioner competencies related to HCPC standards as specified by
the Trust and the University
Have sound attitudes and behaviours
compatible with NHS Values and LTHT values as set out in The Leeds Way.
Work as part of a designated clinical
care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the patient
Work with a mentor, taking
responsibility for developing your own competence while on placements and
attending academic study; maintaining evidence of your learning
Adhere to the policies and procedures
required as an employee of LTHT
Demonstrate a flexible and dynamic
attitude, both to your paid work and academic studies.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As
part of the Apprenticeship you will be required to:
Deliver high quality, compassionate
care under the direction of a Registered Nurse/ Operating Department
Practitioner (or other registered care professional) with a focus on promoting
patient health and independence
Successfully complete and pass the
academic elements of the programme as specified by the Leeds Teaching Hospital
Trust (LTHT), HEI and Institute of Apprenticeship standards. You will also be
required to complete an apprentice portfolio that demonstrates learning and
skills and complete an end point assessment.
Successfully complete the Operating
Department Practitioner competencies related to HCPC standards as specified by
the Trust and the University
Have sound attitudes and behaviours
compatible with NHS Values and LTHT values as set out in The Leeds Way.
Work as part of a designated clinical
care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the patient
Work with a mentor, taking
responsibility for developing your own competence while on placements and
attending academic study; maintaining evidence of your learning
Adhere to the policies and procedures
required as an employee of LTHT
Demonstrate a flexible and dynamic
attitude, both to your paid work and academic studies.
Person Specification
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Caring, compassionate and positive attitude
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Good interpersonal skills, confident and enthusiastic
- Motivated and willingness to learn and develop
Desirable
- Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Basic IT skills
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English Language or English Literature and Maths at grade 4 or above, or grade C or above if awarded under the previous GCSE grading scheme, or Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English or e
- BCC at A level (104 UCAS Points) from a combination of Level 3 qualifications (we do not accept general studies or AS levels)
- MMM in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma, Merit at T Level
- NCFE CACHE Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma/Level 3 Extended Diploma at grade C.
- Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits, 15 at Distinction, and 30 at Merit
Desirable
- Care Certificate
- Other qualifications may be considered in discussion with the University. Where applicants have undertaken qualifications in a related subject, we will consider this on an individual basis.
Experience
Essential
- An understanding of health and social care.
- Insight into the roles and responsibilities of the role.
Desirable
- Experience in health and social care, including volunteering.
Person Specification
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Caring, compassionate and positive attitude
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Good interpersonal skills, confident and enthusiastic
- Motivated and willingness to learn and develop
Desirable
- Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Basic IT skills
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English Language or English Literature and Maths at grade 4 or above, or grade C or above if awarded under the previous GCSE grading scheme, or Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English or e
- BCC at A level (104 UCAS Points) from a combination of Level 3 qualifications (we do not accept general studies or AS levels)
- MMM in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma, Merit at T Level
- NCFE CACHE Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma/Level 3 Extended Diploma at grade C.
- Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits, 15 at Distinction, and 30 at Merit
Desirable
- Care Certificate
- Other qualifications may be considered in discussion with the University. Where applicants have undertaken qualifications in a related subject, we will consider this on an individual basis.
Experience
Essential
- An understanding of health and social care.
- Insight into the roles and responsibilities of the role.
Desirable
- Experience in health and social care, including volunteering.
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).
