Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and motivated individual to join the Radiology team at Airedale NHS Foundation Trust as a Diagnostic Radiography Apprentice. The department offers a supportive and encouraging environment in which to develop as a professional.
This is a varied and exciting post; the Diagnostic Radiography Apprentice will be are exposed to all elements of the Radiology department including Plain Film, CT/MRI, Ultrasound and DXA.
The appointment will be 37.5 hours per week, this will include working weekends, bank holidays and out of hours.
Our high performing Hospital is led by people who believe that a fantastic quality of life can go hand-in-hand with progressive working practices.
Our award winning hospital is also in an award winning location providing genuine opportunities for a great work-life balance. Yorkshire has recently been voted as the third best region in the world by Lonely Planet, and our local town of Skipton has been voted as the best place to live in the UK by the Sunday Times, commending its top class schools, great transport links, low crime and beautiful surrounding countryside.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will retain their substantive post (if an internal candidate) but will be working towards a Diagnostic Radiography Degree Apprenticeship over a period of 3 years. This involves both on the job and off the job learning in conjunction with Sheffield Hallam University and clinical placements. During the apprenticeship the post holder will perform all the elements in this job description as a learner and under the direct supervision of a registered practitioner. The clinical placement will be overseen by the Radiology Clinical Practice Educator. The post holder will also work part of their hours as a Radiology Assistant, these hours will be worked around the needs of the service, they will include weekends, bank holidays and out of hours working. This will also include overtime shifts.
About us
We are always looking for enterprising and innovative approaches to the way we provide our services. We are a national centre for telemedicine and introduced telehealth to the UK offender healthcare sector and also provide the service to patients in their care homes. Community matters to us and we are supported by 400 dedicated volunteers and have strong links with Bradford University, Craven College and Leeds City College to ensure we inspire the workforce of the future.
We want to attract staff who embrace our 'Right Care' behaviours of compassion, a commitment to quality of care and working together for patients - we want to make these part of our DNA.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To see the full advert and job details, please see attached job description and person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To see the full advert and job details, please see attached job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the NHS constitution
- Basic knowledge of Radiography
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of IR(ME)R and IRR17
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to study at level 6
- Understand the scope of the role of a Radiographer
- Commitment to undergo training and complete competencies required for the post within the timescales of the apprenticeship
Desirable
- Ability to work effectively in a busy and changing environment
Qualifications
Essential
- 2 GCSE passes at grade C or grade 4 or above in Mathematics and English.
- Plus, the following:
- Evidence of successful formal study at level 3
- A minimum of 6 months experience in a health and social care capacity (including any placements or work-based learning undertaken as part of a level 3 qualification).
- Where applicants do not have a minimum of 6 months experience working in a health and social care capacity, they must hold one of the following:
- 96 UCAS points from 3 A levels
- Level 3 BTEC National Qualifications MMM
- Successful completion of an Access to HE Diploma
- T-Levels
- Higher Technical Qualifications (Level 3)
- Previous degree level or higher study including Foundation Degrees
- Other qualifications may be considered in discussion with the University
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Experience of working as a Health Care Support worker
- Experience of working shifts/weekends/out of hours
Desirable
- Experience of working in a Radiology Department
- Experience of using Radiology I.T systems
Right Care Values
Essential
- -Honesty & Integrity - Listening & Communicating - Supportive & Approachable - Even Handed & Encouraging - Patient Centred & Compassionate - Leads by Example & Self Aware
Other
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise
- Good I.T skills
- Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload and individual patient contact
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the NHS constitution
- Basic knowledge of Radiography
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of IR(ME)R and IRR17
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to study at level 6
- Understand the scope of the role of a Radiographer
- Commitment to undergo training and complete competencies required for the post within the timescales of the apprenticeship
Desirable
- Ability to work effectively in a busy and changing environment
Qualifications
Essential
- 2 GCSE passes at grade C or grade 4 or above in Mathematics and English.
- Plus, the following:
- Evidence of successful formal study at level 3
- A minimum of 6 months experience in a health and social care capacity (including any placements or work-based learning undertaken as part of a level 3 qualification).
- Where applicants do not have a minimum of 6 months experience working in a health and social care capacity, they must hold one of the following:
- 96 UCAS points from 3 A levels
- Level 3 BTEC National Qualifications MMM
- Successful completion of an Access to HE Diploma
- T-Levels
- Higher Technical Qualifications (Level 3)
- Previous degree level or higher study including Foundation Degrees
- Other qualifications may be considered in discussion with the University
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Experience of working as a Health Care Support worker
- Experience of working shifts/weekends/out of hours
Desirable
- Experience of working in a Radiology Department
- Experience of using Radiology I.T systems
Right Care Values
Essential
- -Honesty & Integrity - Listening & Communicating - Supportive & Approachable - Even Handed & Encouraging - Patient Centred & Compassionate - Leads by Example & Self Aware
Other
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise
- Good I.T skills
- Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload and individual patient contact
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).
