Job summary
Are youinterested in progressing towards a career as a Registered Nurse?
CLCH Academy have partnered with the University of Hertfordshire to deliver this degree apprenticeship program. The academic programme lasts 20 months and will commence in January 2023. During the program you will gain a wide range of clinical nursing skills in a variety of areas, while also undertaking a degree in nursing, leading to registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a Registered Nurse.
We are seeking individuals with an existing healthcare qualification equivalent to a foundation degree, such as a Nursing Associate or Assistant Practitioner course, who are eligible for the academic Registered Nurse Degree Apprentice programme. Applicants must have at least six months of experience at Band 4 level within a Nursing Associate, Assistant Practitioner, or equivalent role, in order to access this programme.
Applicants will need a keen interest in working in our adult nursing services, and for the duration of their apprenticeship will be based with one of our four integrated locality teams. The Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship attracts a Band 4 salary. On successful completion of the apprenticeship you will move into a Band 5 Registered Nurse role.
Future career progression opportunities include the District Nursing specialist practitioner pathway
Main duties of the job
Start date of the apprenticeship: January 2023
Applicants may start working on a mutually agreed date prior to the commencement of the formal programme in January 2023, in order to complete local induction and gain some experience working in the community nursing team prior to commencement of the academic programme at the University of Hertfordshire..
Please read before applying - essential requirements:
UK recognised certificate in English and Maths Level 2 (functional skills level 2 or GCSE (or O level) grade C or 4 and above).
Any overseas qualifications will need to be accompanied by a UK NARIC statement of comparability, with evidence of this in your application.
The completion of a foundation degree in health care (Nursing Associate OR Assistant Practitioner achieved while working as a health care assistant/support worker or an equivalent academic qualification
Without these qualifications you will not be shortlisted; certificates must be presented at interview.
Overseas candidates must have been in the UK for a minimum of 3 years and any visas must have an expiry date later than January 2024.
Location: Hertfordshire Community Nursing Teams - Watford, St Albans and Harpenden, Dacorum, or Hertsmere Localities.
About us
Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH) is one of the largest community healthcare organisations in London and Hertfordshire, providing our services to diverse communities/boroughs in 11 London Boroughs - Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster - and Hertfordshire.
Just as we care about our patients' wellbeing, we care about yours!
We can offer you:
- A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
- Single occupancy accommodation in Central London - (we can help you find accommodation in London, support you with your deposit)
- Car lease scheme *T&C's apply
- Flexible working options
- Annual travel card loan
- Training, support and development in your career
To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here:https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits
As an NHS trust, we are committed to equal opportunities and ensuring equality and diversity in the workplace.We have a number of staff networks: Disability and Wellbeing Network (DAWN), Race Equality Network and the Rainbow Network which supports LGBT+ staff. Each network has a champion who is an executive director at the Trust and they hold regular meetingsto discuss issues andmake plans to improve CLCH.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a developmental role. The apprentice will work towards progression into the post of a Registered Nurse through successful completion of the Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship training programme. On successful completion of this course you will be awarded a BSc (Hons) degree qualification and beable to apply for professional registration with the NMC.
The apprentice will develop and maintain knowledge, skills and competencies related to the role of the Registered Nurse within the service and through completion of the Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship training programme which includes working in care settings and delivery of person-centred care.
The Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship training programme combines and integrates both academic and work-based learning through close collaboration between employers and education providers. An Apprentice Nurse will be based, as an employee, in a particular organisation, in a specific setting, but will experience working in alternative settings in order that they gain a wide appreciation of many health and care contexts and are able to fulfil all the requirements of the programme.
Please refer to the attached job description for full list ofresponsibilities.
As an NHS Trust we strongly encourage and support vaccination uptake as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a developmental role. The apprentice will work towards progression into the post of a Registered Nurse through successful completion of the Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship training programme. On successful completion of this course you will be awarded a BSc (Hons) degree qualification and beable to apply for professional registration with the NMC.
The apprentice will develop and maintain knowledge, skills and competencies related to the role of the Registered Nurse within the service and through completion of the Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship training programme which includes working in care settings and delivery of person-centred care.
The Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship training programme combines and integrates both academic and work-based learning through close collaboration between employers and education providers. An Apprentice Nurse will be based, as an employee, in a particular organisation, in a specific setting, but will experience working in alternative settings in order that they gain a wide appreciation of many health and care contexts and are able to fulfil all the requirements of the programme.
Please refer to the attached job description for full list ofresponsibilities.
As an NHS Trust we strongly encourage and support vaccination uptake as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- UK Maths and English level 2 (This includes: functional skills level 2, GCSE C and above (or 4 and above) or O level C or above)
- Any overseas qualifications will need to be accompanied by a UK NARIC statement of comparability
- The completion of a foundation degree in health care (Nursing Associate OR Assistant Practitioner achieved while working as a health care assistant/support worker or an equivalent academic qualification
Desirable
- Healthcare and Social Care Level 3
- Care certificate
Experience
Essential
- Ability to study a programme at academic level 6
- Individuals will need to demonstrate the appropriate values and attitudes for the programme in line with HEE's value-based recruitment programme
- Experience of working in a clinical healthcare environment at Band 4 level for at least six months, in the role of NA, AP, or equivalent post
Skills/Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the role of the Registered Nurse Degree Apprentice
- Ability to work effectively as a team player, under supervision, and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Effective communication skills with both the public and healthcare professionals
- Time management skills
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Recognise own limitations
- Understand and have the ability to participate in reflective practice and clinical supervision
- IT skills including clinical recordkeeping systems, e.g. RiO/System One; and other packages e.g. word processing, excel etc
Other
Essential
- Aged over 18 on first day of programme
- Be able to work 37.5 hours a week, including any off-the-job training undertaken
- Not currently undertaking any other apprenticeship or DfE FE/HE programme at the same time as starting the apprenticeship
- Have an eligible residency status (any visa must cover the full length of the program) or the right to work & study in the UK - e.g. A citizen of a country within the European Economic Area (EEA) or have the right to abode in the UK and have been resident in the EEA for at least the previous three years on the first day of your apprenticeship OR A non-EEA citizen with permission from the UK government to live in the UK, (not for educational purposes) and have been ordinarily resident in the UK for at least the previous three years before the start of learning.
- Ability to travel across health and social care sites as required for the programme. Car driver may be essential in some boroughs
- Successful accreditation of any prior learning and practice experience against the current programme outcomes.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- UK Maths and English level 2 (This includes: functional skills level 2, GCSE C and above (or 4 and above) or O level C or above)
- Any overseas qualifications will need to be accompanied by a UK NARIC statement of comparability
- The completion of a foundation degree in health care (Nursing Associate OR Assistant Practitioner achieved while working as a health care assistant/support worker or an equivalent academic qualification
Desirable
- Healthcare and Social Care Level 3
- Care certificate
Experience
Essential
- Ability to study a programme at academic level 6
- Individuals will need to demonstrate the appropriate values and attitudes for the programme in line with HEE's value-based recruitment programme
- Experience of working in a clinical healthcare environment at Band 4 level for at least six months, in the role of NA, AP, or equivalent post
Skills/Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the role of the Registered Nurse Degree Apprentice
- Ability to work effectively as a team player, under supervision, and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Effective communication skills with both the public and healthcare professionals
- Time management skills
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Recognise own limitations
- Understand and have the ability to participate in reflective practice and clinical supervision
- IT skills including clinical recordkeeping systems, e.g. RiO/System One; and other packages e.g. word processing, excel etc
Other
Essential
- Aged over 18 on first day of programme
- Be able to work 37.5 hours a week, including any off-the-job training undertaken
- Not currently undertaking any other apprenticeship or DfE FE/HE programme at the same time as starting the apprenticeship
- Have an eligible residency status (any visa must cover the full length of the program) or the right to work & study in the UK - e.g. A citizen of a country within the European Economic Area (EEA) or have the right to abode in the UK and have been resident in the EEA for at least the previous three years on the first day of your apprenticeship OR A non-EEA citizen with permission from the UK government to live in the UK, (not for educational purposes) and have been ordinarily resident in the UK for at least the previous three years before the start of learning.
- Ability to travel across health and social care sites as required for the programme. Car driver may be essential in some boroughs
- Successful accreditation of any prior learning and practice experience against the current programme outcomes.
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).
