University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Apprentice Digital Support Technician

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Job summary

There has never been a better time to come and work at University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust and we are extremely proud to offer a fantastic opportunity to train within our Digital Services Department working as an Apprentice Digital Support Technician.

Apprenticeships provide the opportunity and support to develop new work-based skills and UHDB are committed to your professional success.

Closing Date: 16th July 2023

Interview Date: 01st August 2023

Main duties of the job

The Level 3 apprenticeship is a new role within our System Support team leading to a nationally recognised qualification and we are seeking individuals who have a keen interest in developing their skills in digital office technologies, productivity software and digital communications, including collaborative technologies and digital information systems in use at UHDB.

You must enjoy working as part of a busy team and remain calm when working to tight deadlines. If you are well organised, highly motivated and understand the importance of attention to detail, then we'd love to hear from you.

About us

As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together

Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.

In return we will offer:

  • Development opportunities, including both professional and leadership development
  • On-going support through every step of the way from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
  • A variety of other staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes

Key Facts about our Trust:

  • We see on average 4810 OP appointments per day.
  • We are the 4thbusiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
  • An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
  • Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
  • Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
  • We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
  • We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.

Details

Date posted

03 July 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year PA

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

320-PLD-DST-0117

Job locations

Queens Hospital

Belvedere Road

Burton On Trent

DE13 0RY


Job description

Job responsibilities

This is a development role and if you choose to pursue your career with us, you will be prepared to commit to an 18-month educational programme involving on the job training and study both at home and at work. For new recruits, a permanent post with UHDB is not guaranteed after the completion of the apprenticeship contract, although a high percentage of apprentices do gain further employment here and new recruits will be offered assistance with job searches towards the end of the apprenticeship, if required.

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is a development role and if you choose to pursue your career with us, you will be prepared to commit to an 18-month educational programme involving on the job training and study both at home and at work. For new recruits, a permanent post with UHDB is not guaranteed after the completion of the apprenticeship contract, although a high percentage of apprentices do gain further employment here and new recruits will be offered assistance with job searches towards the end of the apprenticeship, if required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE Grades 4-9 (A-C) in Maths and English or equivalent Functional Skills i.e. Level 2

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of interacting/working with people in any service environment
  • Experience of using IT applications

Knowledge

Essential

  • Basic understanding and desire to work in healthcare
  • Has some understanding of the role
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE Grades 4-9 (A-C) in Maths and English or equivalent Functional Skills i.e. Level 2

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of interacting/working with people in any service environment
  • Experience of using IT applications

Knowledge

Essential

  • Basic understanding and desire to work in healthcare
  • Has some understanding of the role

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.

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queens Hospital

Belvedere Road

Burton On Trent

DE13 0RY


Employer's website

https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queens Hospital

Belvedere Road

Burton On Trent

DE13 0RY


Employer's website

https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

System Support Manager

Claire Tubey

clairetubey@nhs.net

01283566333

Details

Date posted

03 July 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year PA

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

320-PLD-DST-0117

Job locations

Queens Hospital

Belvedere Road

Burton On Trent

DE13 0RY


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