Job summary
We are delighted to be recruiting Apprentice Nursing Associates for Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. You will be employed and will train within the hospital, completing a variety of placements across the breath of health and social care and in various organisations, and learning will take place with The University of Bedfordshire, taking advantage of the state of the art facilities for learning and simulated practice.
You will join as a Clinical Support Worker (Band 3) for a probationary period, this will provide suitable applicants the opportunity to gain acute experience, prior to the apprenticeship start date.
The below conditions will need to be met in order to proceed onto the apprenticeship programme:
- The applicant will have a Care Certificate or be expected to obtain one during the first three months of employment
- Successfully complete the three month probationary first review with the Ward Manager
- Proof of GCSE Maths and English A-C/9-4 qualifications or equivalent
On successful completion of the probationary period, applicants will transition to/commence the apprenticeship, and will be given the opportunity to work within our acute healthcare setting, whilst combining training with academic learning to achieve a Level 5 Foundation Degree Qualification and NMC registration as a Nursing Associate
Trainees will be employed on a 2-year fixed term contract from the apprenticeship start date, allowing sufficient time to complete the programme.
Main duties of the job
The main duties for this role are described in detail in the Job Description and Person Specification document, which is attached to this vacancy. Please ensure to read through to further your understanding of the role.
The training programme emphasises the role that apprentices can play in life course (pre-conception to end of life). Some of the duties will include:
o Proving personal care for patientso Undertaking clinical tasks including venepuncture and ECGso supporting individuals and their families and carers when faced with unwelcome news and life-changing diagnoseso Performing and recording clinical observations such as blood pressure, temperature, respirations and pulseo Discussing and sharing information with registered nurses on a patients' condition, behaviour, activity and responses o Ensuring the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all timeso Recognising issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable children and adults
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received.
All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.
Requirements - Apprenticeship funding rules
There are government funding rules that apply to those undertaking apprenticeships; applicants must be able to evidence the following:
Evidence that you have been a resident in the UK for 3 years prior to the apprenticeship course start date
The VISA must remain valid for the entire length of the Apprenticeship programme
*****Please note that we are unable to offer Sponsorship for this role.
The Trust reserve the right to determine when successful Clinical Support Workers are ready to progress onto the apprenticeship programme.
On successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be supported in securing a permanent role, subject to availability of posts and your apprenticeship performance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Develop understanding of all elements of the nursing process and be able to assist the registered nurse in the on-going assessment, planning, management and evaluation of care
- Support individuals with all aspects of care including daily living, providing person-centred care and promoting health and independence through awareness raising and care navigation to other professionals as appropriate
- Perform and record clinical observations including blood pressure, temperature, respirations, pulse
- Undertake clinical tasks including cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs
- Accurately record nutritional and fluid intake
- Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times
- Report back and share information with the registered nurses on the condition, behaviour, activity and responses of individuals
- Recognise issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable children and adults and report any problems or raise concerns to the appropriate registered care professionals
- Assist in the implementation of appropriate action to meet the specific physical, emotional and psychological, social, cultural and spiritual needs of individuals and carers
- Assist in the delivery of complex care as prescribed by the registered nurse
- Develop understanding of caring for individuals with particular conditions for example dementia, mental illness, learning disabilities
- Develop skills in relation to coaching/teaching individuals/carers/other staff
- Promote health and safety maintaining best practice in health, safety and security
- Plan and manage competing demands of job role, study and placement activity
Qualifications/Criteria:
- Level 2 Functional/Key Skills in English and Maths or GCSE English Language & Maths at Grade A-C /4-9 (Proof of qualifications will be required)
- The applicant will have a Care certificate or be expected to obtain one during the first three months of employment
- Successfully complete the three month probationary first review
Under the supporting information section on the application form, please ensure that you provide a detailed summary on how you meet the above criteria.
Please note that applicants who are shortlisted will be expected to attend interview on the 8th March 2025
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Develop understanding of all elements of the nursing process and be able to assist the registered nurse in the on-going assessment, planning, management and evaluation of care
- Support individuals with all aspects of care including daily living, providing person-centred care and promoting health and independence through awareness raising and care navigation to other professionals as appropriate
- Perform and record clinical observations including blood pressure, temperature, respirations, pulse
- Undertake clinical tasks including cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs
- Accurately record nutritional and fluid intake
- Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times
- Report back and share information with the registered nurses on the condition, behaviour, activity and responses of individuals
- Recognise issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable children and adults and report any problems or raise concerns to the appropriate registered care professionals
- Assist in the implementation of appropriate action to meet the specific physical, emotional and psychological, social, cultural and spiritual needs of individuals and carers
- Assist in the delivery of complex care as prescribed by the registered nurse
- Develop understanding of caring for individuals with particular conditions for example dementia, mental illness, learning disabilities
- Develop skills in relation to coaching/teaching individuals/carers/other staff
- Promote health and safety maintaining best practice in health, safety and security
- Plan and manage competing demands of job role, study and placement activity
Qualifications/Criteria:
- Level 2 Functional/Key Skills in English and Maths or GCSE English Language & Maths at Grade A-C /4-9 (Proof of qualifications will be required)
- The applicant will have a Care certificate or be expected to obtain one during the first three months of employment
- Successfully complete the three month probationary first review
Under the supporting information section on the application form, please ensure that you provide a detailed summary on how you meet the above criteria.
Please note that applicants who are shortlisted will be expected to attend interview on the 8th March 2025
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 2 Functional/Key Skills in English and Maths or GCSE English Language & Maths at Grade A-C /4-9 and relevant recent care experience working within healthcare
Desirable
- Qualifications and Credit Framework Level 3 in Care or equivalent in terms of both academic attainment and previous care experience
Experience
Desirable
- Understanding of evidence based practice
- Hospital experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
Desirable
- Understanding of basic physiology, e.g. normal vital signs, fluid balance, nutritional requirements .
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 2 Functional/Key Skills in English and Maths or GCSE English Language & Maths at Grade A-C /4-9 and relevant recent care experience working within healthcare
Desirable
- Qualifications and Credit Framework Level 3 in Care or equivalent in terms of both academic attainment and previous care experience
Experience
Desirable
- Understanding of evidence based practice
- Hospital experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
Desirable
- Understanding of basic physiology, e.g. normal vital signs, fluid balance, nutritional requirements .
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).
