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 Sheffield Hallam University.
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).
As
an Apprentice Operating Department Practitioner 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.
Main duties of the job
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.
Please
Note
If
English is not your first language, you will also need an IELTS score of 6.5
with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or equivalent.
Each
application will be considered on an individual basis.
Expected Shortlisting
Date
15/09/2025
Planned Interview
Date
06/10/2025
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 and 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
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary)
- Applicants must be 18 years old or over.
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.
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
- Evidence of successful formal study at Level 3 and a minimum of six months experience in a health and social care capacity.
- 96 UCAS points from three A levels or equivalent qualifications such as BTEC Nationals, Cambridge Technicals, OCR Nationals and T Levels.
- Access to HE Diploma from a QAA recognised Access to HE co
- Level 3 Apprenticeship
- Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs) New or existing Level 4 or 5 qualifications such as HNDs, Foundation Degrees, Certificate HE or Diploma HE
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.
Person Specification
Skills and 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
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary)
- Applicants must be 18 years old or over.
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.
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
- Evidence of successful formal study at Level 3 and a minimum of six months experience in a health and social care capacity.
- 96 UCAS points from three A levels or equivalent qualifications such as BTEC Nationals, Cambridge Technicals, OCR Nationals and T Levels.
- Access to HE Diploma from a QAA recognised Access to HE co
- Level 3 Apprenticeship
- Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs) New or existing Level 4 or 5 qualifications such as HNDs, Foundation Degrees, Certificate HE or Diploma HE
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.
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.
