Job summary
'Internal vacancy - please note that this vacancy is currently only open to applications from employees of Sheffield Children's'
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust is excited to offer training opportunities in partnership with University of Sheffield to become a Nursing Associate. Training will commence 31st March 2025.
This training in nursing leads to a nationally recognised qualification following a scheduled apprenticeship training programme over a 2 year period.
As a trainee you will be employed as a Band 3 Student Nursing Associate to a nationally agreed job description.
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS ONLY OPEN FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTSThe advert will close on Midnight 10th November
Main duties of the job
The training programme is Level 5 Foundation Degree delivered by The University of Sheffield. On successful completion of the training, you will have a recognised qualification as a Nursing Associate. Trainees will wear a dedicated uniform (where applicable) in training.
The trainee will have a base placement within Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust. There will be opportunity to gain further experience across other NHS Trusts and Health providers within Sheffield through alternative placements as part of the program curriculum.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:
- Outstanding Patient Care
- Brilliant Place to work
- Leaders in Children's Health
We work successfully with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.
As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification for full details of the role
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and accurate data capture is an important part of that to ensure we are supportive and representative. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants can see themselves in the available categories on our application form, but we recognise that some of our data capture fields are not inclusive. We have flagged this with our system provider to ask for change.
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager:Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are continually reviewing our recruitment & selection process to support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you have any ideas for improvement, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert atCatherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
- Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
- Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
- Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
- Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification for full details of the role
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and accurate data capture is an important part of that to ensure we are supportive and representative. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants can see themselves in the available categories on our application form, but we recognise that some of our data capture fields are not inclusive. We have flagged this with our system provider to ask for change.
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager:Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are continually reviewing our recruitment & selection process to support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you have any ideas for improvement, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert atCatherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
- Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
- Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
- Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
- Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Functional skills English and maths level 2 or GCSE English and maths grades A*/9 - C/4.
- Committed to undertaking the study skills course prior to commencement of training in their own time.
- Commitment to undertake and successfully complete the Foundation Degree in Health and Care (Nursing Associate).
Desirable
- The Care Certificate (or equivalent healthcare qualification).
- NVQ/ QCF Diploma Level 2/3 in Healthcare.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a health care setting
- Experience of providing care.
Desirable
- Substantial experience as a healthcare worker in a care setting.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers and Adult Social Care Workers (2013)
- Able to describe the importance of delivering high quality care to patients
- Demonstrate understanding of the Nursing Associate role in relation to the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
- Communicate factual information in a timely Manner
- Basic information and communications technology (ICT) skills
- Has the ability to Communicate at all levels
- Effective organisational skills
- Able to prioritise workload with supervision
Desirable
- Knowledge of current healthcare issues
- Understanding of health and well-being in relation to health promotion and prevention
- Understanding of evidence based practice
- Able to demonstrate practical skills to others
- Evidence of involvement in supporting/developing less experienced staff
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Polite, approachable and friendly
- Compassionate and caring
- Motivated
- Neat and tidy appearance
- Adaptable and flexible
- Able to work as part of a team
- Awareness of own limitations and recognises when to seek advice
- Responsible and reliable
- Is a positive role model
- Able to deal with distressing circumstances
- Has the ability to work autonomously
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Functional skills English and maths level 2 or GCSE English and maths grades A*/9 - C/4.
- Committed to undertaking the study skills course prior to commencement of training in their own time.
- Commitment to undertake and successfully complete the Foundation Degree in Health and Care (Nursing Associate).
Desirable
- The Care Certificate (or equivalent healthcare qualification).
- NVQ/ QCF Diploma Level 2/3 in Healthcare.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a health care setting
- Experience of providing care.
Desirable
- Substantial experience as a healthcare worker in a care setting.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers and Adult Social Care Workers (2013)
- Able to describe the importance of delivering high quality care to patients
- Demonstrate understanding of the Nursing Associate role in relation to the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
- Communicate factual information in a timely Manner
- Basic information and communications technology (ICT) skills
- Has the ability to Communicate at all levels
- Effective organisational skills
- Able to prioritise workload with supervision
Desirable
- Knowledge of current healthcare issues
- Understanding of health and well-being in relation to health promotion and prevention
- Understanding of evidence based practice
- Able to demonstrate practical skills to others
- Evidence of involvement in supporting/developing less experienced staff
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Polite, approachable and friendly
- Compassionate and caring
- Motivated
- Neat and tidy appearance
- Adaptable and flexible
- Able to work as part of a team
- Awareness of own limitations and recognises when to seek advice
- Responsible and reliable
- Is a positive role model
- Able to deal with distressing circumstances
- Has the ability to work autonomously
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).
