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We are now recruiting for Nursing Associate Apprentices!

Are you committed to providing outstanding patient care?

Please note that all Training Nursing Associates (TNA’s), will now be referred to as Nursing Associate Apprentices (NAA’s), in accordance with NMC guidance.

Job Details

• Job Title: Nursing Associate Apprentice
• Department: Rotational throughout training
• Site: All sites - Lincoln, Pilgrim and Grantham
• Salary: Band 3
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week
• Contract Type : Fixed Term for 2 years

These exciting posts are open to band 2 and 3 staff in health care or clinical based roles and offer the opportunity to develop your skills and expertise to a band 4 level. Once qualified, the Nursing Associate role will bridge the gap between a healthcare assistant and a graduate Registered Nurse, providing you with a structured career path. The role will be regulated by the NMC.

PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU MUST BE AVAILABLE TO START IN THE COMING MONTHS

The Nursing Associate apprenticeship programme combines and integrates both academic and work-based learning through close collaboration between employers and education providers so evidence of study is vital.

The entry criteria includes the following, although a more comprehensive list is available from the supporting Job description

As a prerequisite you will:

• MUST have GCSEs Grade A* – C in Maths and English or key skills level 2 in Maths and English or equivalent - certificates will be requested
• Have relevant and demonstrable experience in a health/ Social care setting
• Be able and willing to travel across different care settings and sites delivered by us and those of our partner Trusts
• Demonstrate both our Trust values and the Six C's
• Be keen to champion outstanding care

Shortlisted applicants, will be invited to a Values Based Recruitment session, which will consist of a 1:1 interview. Normal recruitment checks will also be required including evidencing your qualification certificates so please ensure you have these handy to speed up the recruitment process. If successful, you will then be put forward and offered a place on the programme

Within United Lincolnshire Hospitals there is a firm commitment to achieving an effective and sustainable nursing workforce to ensure that our patients received the very best care and are at the centre of everything we do. This includes considering new ways of working and delivery of patient care.

Along with our partner organisation’s we have identified a unique and exciting opportunity to support the development of a new Nursing Associate role within our nursing services, that will be supported and evaluated at both a regional and national level.

The Nursing Associate role is a new role that will sit alongside existing registered nurses and nursing care support workers- to deliver hands-on care for patients. The role will bridge the gap between health and care support workers, who have a care certificate and graduate registered nurses and offers opportunities for health care assistants to progress into nursing roles

As an apprentice for this role, you will be full time for 2 years. The education will be provided by the University of Lincoln and will lead to a Diploma in Higher Education: Level 5

If successful you will:
Have the opportunity to study for a fully funded 2 year Diploma in HE Level 5

Gain both academic and work-based learning, supporting you to develop your skills and knowledge

Undertake a number of placements across a diverse range of specialisms and venues

Be provided with support during your practice placements and during your time at the University of Lincoln

Have the opportunity to take part in a brand new, innovative programme, offering hands on practical experience, underpinned by theoretical knowledge

Be able to continue on the Nursing Career Development Pathway to becoming a Registered Nurse if successful

Annual leave will only be able to be taken at times when there is no planned curricula activity, and these times are evenly spread across the 2 year programme.

You must be committed to working a full range of shifts.

100% Course attendance is mandatory

What should you do next?

Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. your NHS needs you!!!

So what is in it for you?

Flexible working;Depending on the needs of your role, we will consider requests for flexible and/or part-time working for whatever reason you should need it. We recognise flexible working will not look the same for everyone, because it depends on the nature of the role and the needs of the individual.

Types of flexibility could include:

• Part-time - less than 37.5 hours per week.
• Off-site/remote working - working from home or other sites for part or all the week.
• Compressed hours – usually full-time hours but over fewer days or shifts.
• Staggered hours – having different start and finish times.
• Set shift patterns – to allow for predictability

NHS Pension: A generous and flexible pension scheme with contributions from us as your employer fully protected against inflation and guaranteed by the government

Annual Leave: Starting at 27 days a year, rising to 33 days after 10 years plus eight bank holidays (for staff covered by Agenda for Change)

Bank working: The chance to work extra hours at enhanced rates and we will pay you weekly too, ideal if your income needs a quick boost.

In addition, there is more;

Family & Childcare: Including on-site nurseries at Lincoln County Hospital and Pilgrim Hospital Boston, maternity, paternity, adoption & shared parental leave following a set period of employment.

Health & Wellbeing including counselling, mental health first aid, physiotherapy, eye tests.

Learning & Development including Lincolnshire Talent Academy, leadership training, medical education, clinical education, Lincolnshire clinical research

Financial support and benefits including Cycle2Work, car lease scheme, home electronics. Free on-site parking and free tea and coffee and the ability to save and borrow through your salary.

Rewards & Recognition including staff awards, long service awards, retirement awards, examples of excellence and staff lottery.