Apprentice Nursing Associate

An exciting opportunity to apply for an Apprenticeship to train as a Nursing Associate has arisen

The Apprenticeship programme leads to a Foundation Degree as a Nursing Associate. Tuition fees are fully funded. The programme combines both academic and work-based learning in the physical, psychological and public health aspects of care from pre-conception to end of life.

Successful clinicalcandidatesemployed in a substantive healthcare role will be seconded to complete the apprenticeship. During the programme the Trainee Nursing Associate (TNA) will be employed at a Band 3. As an internal candidate youmust have the support of your line manager to apply for this secondment opportunity.

Successful candidates in a non clinical role will be offered a fixed term contract for the duration of the TNA programme.

What qualifications do you need for this Apprenticeship role?

The minimum entry requirements are:
GCSEs Grade C or above in Maths and English Language / New GCSE Grade 4-9 in Maths and English Language OR Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English (not entry level 2) areessential.

EDUCATIONAL CERTIFICATES MUST BE SHOWN AT INTERVIEW—Transcripts, provisional statement of results are not accepted.

This vacancy will close when a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Advert will close at 24:00 on Wednesday 14th June 2023

Shortlisted candidates will be informed after Wednesday 21st June 2023

Interviews will be held on the w/c 26th June 2023

The Nursing Associate role bridges the gap between a support worker and a Registered Nurse, providing a workforce for future healthcare.

The programme is structured around a number of clinical placements which will include:

• Adult, Mental Health, Child and Learning Disability
• At home, close to home and within the hospital

The programme will start in September 2023 .The TNA will rotate into placements within Pennine Care and may be required to undertake placements in a neighbouring organisation to gain, for example, adult physical health experience. The academic aspect of the programme will be delivered by University of Salford.

Overall, TNAs will work clinically for 80% of their time and attend University for 20% per week. Time at University may be one day per week or in blocks of time or a mixture of both.

¨ Demonstrate an ability to study at Diploma level with a commitment to complete a Foundation Degree Apprenticeship

¨ Experience working within healthcare

¨ Vocational Qualification Level 2 / 3 in Health is desirable

¨ Intermediate IT skills

If any applicant has already achieved a level 4 qualification then they are required to provide a copy of any certificate/s on the interview date.

We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.

Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. Were really proud of our #PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure were a great place to work.

All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.

Please see Person Specification and Job Description attached to advert for more detailed responsibilities