Job summary
- Main area
- Apprenticeship
- Grade
- Apprenticeship
- Contract
- Fixed term: 5 years
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 263-RNDA-24
- Employer
- Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- St Nicholas Hospital
- Town
- Gosforth
- Salary
- £22,383 per annum in the first year
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 31/05/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Registered Nurse Degree Apprentice
Apprenticeship
Hello!
We are so delighted you are considering coming to work with us at Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust (CNTW).
We know the power of looking into an organisation, one you might want to work in, or one where you are going to get help, and being able to say, ‘I’ve seen somewhere I can fit in and be myself.’ We’re on a journey to make the Trust an inclusive employer, representative of the community we serve and we want more of our community to consider applying for jobs with us.
Opportunities for you
Spanning east to west coasts from Northumberland to Cumbria and from the Scottish Borders down to Middlesbrough we’ve got exciting new opportunities available at every level and in every area.
We offer flexible working, helping work fit around family and caring responsibilities, or training and development needs and there’s lots on offer in the way of benefits, such as, lease cars, childcare schemes, staff discounts, season tickets for travel and a cycle to work scheme. All this in a vibrant workplace supported by the following staff networks.
- Cultural diversity staff network
- Disabled staff network
- LGBT+ staff network
We also have a number of staff support groups which are open to any staff to attend. These Include:
- Armed Forces and Veterans Staff Association
- Mind, Health and Wellbeing Community
- Menopause toolkit and cafes and staff carer support group
We offer fantastic personal development opportunities through our Collective Leadership Programme and other Organisational Development initiatives. Whatever you are looking for, you will be joining a supportive, friendly team, offering varied and interesting roles, with opportunities for career progression.
Always improving
CNTW is regulated by the national healthcare regulator, the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our last two inspections have rated us as an outstanding organisation. We’re always seeking to improve as an organisation. Do you want to be part of that?
Job overview
Five year Nursing Apprenticeship in Mental Health or Learning Disability Nursing leading to BSc (hons) degree and NMC Registration.
Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne & Wear NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a new, five-year registered nursing degree apprenticeship programme opportunity as an alternative to a traditional university route. Successful applicants will meet the minimum entry requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) of 112 UCAS points and will be earning an annual salary of £22,383 in the first year, rising to £22,816 years 2-5 Inc. over the five years of study.
All university fees are paid by the organisation, adding to the attractiveness of achieving a first level degree and leading to professional registration at zero cost to the individual.
The degree level nursing apprenticeship has been in place for three years to support staff already employed within CNTW and we are now widening out this opportunity to individuals who wish to develop a career in nursing but by an alternative route.
Main duties of the job
If you meet the entry requirements, have aspirations of being a registered nurse and you embrace new ways of studying and gaining experience combined with a working life and a steady income, applying for this opportunity could be the best decision you will ever make.
Successful applicants will complete three months of paid employment with CNTW prior to the commencement of the apprenticeship programme to gain practical work-experience and real-life hands-on experience of nursing.
For further information please email [email protected]
The closing date to apply for this apprenticeship opportunity is 31st May 2024
Working for our organisation
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
We are offering successful candidates a part time work experience for 13 weeks, with paid annual leave over the Christmas period 23rd December 2024 - 5th January 2024
The purpose of this activity is to support candidates of all ages and backgrounds understand the world of work and make decisions about their education and career and acting as a feeder into the nurse degree apprenticeship programme.
We will offer successful applicants an opportunity to gain some work experience in the following areas, allowing them to know more about their chosen career, gaining valuable practical knowledge before starting on the RNDA programme:
- Children & young People’s Services
- Learning Disability Services
- Mental Health Services
- Older People Services
- Neuro Disabilities
As well as a Trust Induction at the beginning of the 13wks and a University Induction at the end, there will be 8wks of timetabled workplace activity, candidates must attend placements 2days a week, the remaining ½ day a week you will take part in a reflection meeting with your Education Support Nurse & these will take place via Teams & be timetabled in advance.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 19th April 2024
Closing date : 31st May 2024
We welcome your application.
Person specification
Education and Qualification
Essential criteria
- Meets the entry requirements of minimum 112 UCAS points supported by 5 GCSEs including English, Maths and a Science
- Equivalent qualifications will be assessed on an individual basis and must meet the NMC requirements
- 5 GCSEs including English & Maths at grade 4-9 (or equivalent)
Skills and Competencies
Essential criteria
- Good interpersonal and communication
Desirable criteria
- Ability to prioritise
- Record keeping skills
Knowledge and Experience
Desirable criteria
- Work or volunteering experience
Role/Team specific requirements
Essential criteria
- Flexible
- Approachable
- Open to change
- Confident
- Robust
- Motivated
- Demonstrates respect dignity and integrity
- Embraces diversity
- Team worker
- Commitment to development and training
- Demonstrate commitment to the Trust’s vision and values
Personal Characteristics
Essential criteria
- Open and honest
- Trustworthy
- Commitment to further development and training
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Gayle Hennessey
- Job title
- Apprenticeship Contract Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07976125324
- Additional information
Annette Connor
Apprenticeships and Career Development Lead
07770967395
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