Total 19 Fresh/Entry Level job vacancies in Barrow-In-Furness, LA14 4LF

Are you looking to start an exciting and rewarding career as a Nursing Associate and have a passion for delivering high-quality care within an Inpatient Mental Health service?

We are running our 16th cohort of Trainee Nursing Associate Apprentices, working in partnership The University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) / The University of Cumbria.

These posts are apprenticeship posts commencing on the March 2025 cohort, which will see you develop to a NMC registered Nursing Associate, completing a 2 year foundation degree training programme. The course is fully funded.

Internal candidates,will be on a 2 year Trust Secondment contract
External Candidateswill be a 2 year fixed term contract.

These posts are specifically for our Cumbria Mental Health Inpatient Wards (based over the 2 sites throughout the 2 years; Furness General Hospital, Barrow and Westmorland General Hospital, Kendal)

As a trainee you will be based within clinical practice for the duration of the programme and will have study leave to attend University. You will rotate through different services within your speciality / service area (where applicable) and undertake block placements outside of your normal place of work, to gain a breadth of experience and skills.

Some travel is required so you must either be a car driver or be prepared to access public transport when on placement. You could be expected to travel up to 90 minutes each way to placement and work shifts and weekends.

You will need to demonstrate an understanding of healthcare and the role of a Nursing Associate and show evidence of being an effective communicator with the people you care for, their families and carers, as well as your colleagues and superiors.

You will need to be prepared to work hard and undertake study in your own time, while on the programme; learning the fundamentals of exceptional care and developing your depth of knowledge around important aspects of both physical and mental health. In addition you will be taught many clinical skills which will be required when you become a registered Nursing Associate.

Interviews will hold week of the 9th December 2024, date to be confirmed.

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.

The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.

For more information, please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT.

In order to apply for the course you will need to have:

1) Maths and English (See acceptable qualifications below)
2) 48 UCAS Points
3) 12 months health care experience

The entry criteria for the course are the following qualifications:

Maths & English at:
• GCSE English and Maths (grade C or 4 and above) (English Literature is not accepted by the University of Cumbria)
• Level 2 Functional skills Maths
• Level 2 Functional skills English
• Key Skills Level 2 application of number or numeracy (Pass)
• Key Skills Level 2 Communication (Pass)
• CSE (Grade 1) Maths
• CSE (Grade 1) English
• Level 2 certificates (Grade C or 4 and above)
• Core maths level 3 (Grade E or above)
• Pre U Certificate (P3 or above)
• Freestanding Mathematics - Foundations of Advanced Mathematics (Grade C)

If you do not have maths and English or original certificates, you will either not be shortlisted and/or you will not be offered an interview. These will be requested and validated, prior to receiving an interview slot.

48 UCAS Points:
Have 48 UCAS points such as:
• A-Levels
• Diploma
• Foundation degree / Degree
• Level 4 NVQ
• BTEC (Dependant on the level)
If you do not have the above our Universities will accept the following qualifications with 12 months health care experience:
• NVQ Level 3 + 12 months care experience
• NVQ Level 2 + 12 months care experience(UCLAN only)
• Care Certificate + 12 months care experience(UCLAN only)

YOU MUST HAVE THE ORIGINAL CERTIFICATES.
You must have the Original certificates for Maths, English and any qualifications needed to meet the entry requirements. Transcripts will not be accepted.

You must also clearly put Maths, English and other qualifications, with your type/level of qualification, grade and date achieved, on you application form in order to be shortlisted.

All current apprenticeships must be completed in full, including your end point assessment, to enrol onto this Trainee Nursing Associate apprenticeship.

For internal candidates – you will need to have agreement from your manager to apply for this post, which will be verified if successful. As you will be on a Trust secondment contract, in the event of needing to withdraw from the programme.

On successful completion of the course you will be placed into a permanent band 4 Nursing Associate role within the Trust, however this may not be in your current work place.

During training you will be paid a Band 3 and there will be an expectation to work 37.5 hours.

If successful in securing a place on the course you WILL NOT be eligible for student finance.

Please be advised if you are a ‘Non-UK National’ applicant you must meet the eligibility criteria and fulfil the settlement requirements of the apprenticeship course funding. Your settlement status will need to be verified as eligible for funding by the relevant apprenticeship provider in order for you to formally enrol on the course.

The training provider will require evidence of:

• Full time residency in the UK for 3 consecutive years or more prior to the course start date (unless otherwise exempt from this rule – for example you hold refugee status – use the link below to see full list of exemptions).
• Residency to live and work in the UK for at least 1 year from the apprenticeship start date and must cover the entire course duration including the EPA period.

We advise that you check the https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apprenticeship-funding-rules-for-employer-providers/annex-a-eligibility-criteria-who-we-fund for more details on your visa’s eligibility to undertake an apprenticeship course prior to applying.

Those with previous NHS service may be eligible for provision of basic pay preservation as outlined in the NHS Terms and Conditions of Service (TCS) Handbook. Eligibility will be assessed on an individual basis. Further information on eligibility and terms can be found on the following link - Apprenticeship pay guidance and FAQs | NHS Employers

Please see the job description and person specification for more details on this role.


This advert closes on Wednesday 4 Dec 2024

In order to apply for the course you will need to have: 1) Maths and English (See acceptable qualifications below)2) 48 UCAS Points3) 12 months health care experience The entry criteria for the course are the following qualifications: Maths & English at: GCSE English and Maths (grade C or 4 and above) (English Literature is not accepted by the University of Cumbria) Level 2 Functional skills Maths Level 2 Functional skills English Key Skills Level 2 application of number or numeracy (Pass) Key Skills Level 2 Communication (Pass) CSE (Grade 1) Maths CSE (Grade 1) English Level 2 certificates (Grade C or 4 and above) Core maths level 3 (Grade E or above) Pre U Certificate (P3 or above) Freestanding Mathematics - Foundations of Advanced Mathematics (Grade C) If you do not have maths and English or original certificates, you will either not be shortlisted and/or you will not be offered an interview. These will be requested and validated, prior to receiving an interview slot. 48 UCAS Points:Have 48 UCAS points such as: A-Levels Diploma Foundation degree / Degree Level 4 NVQ BTEC (Dependant on the level)If you do not have the above our Universities will accept the following qualifications with 12 months health care experience: NVQ Level 3 + 12 months care experience NVQ Level 2 + 12 months care experience (UCLAN only) Care Certificate + 12 months care experience (UCLAN only) YOU MUST HAVE THE ORIGINAL CERTIFICATES.You must have the Original certificates for Maths, English and any qualifications needed to meet the entry requirements. Transcripts will not be accepted. You must also clearly put Maths, English and other qualifications, with your type/level of qualification, grade and date achieved, on you application form in order to be shortlisted. All current apprenticeships must be completed in full, including your end point assessment, to enrol onto this Trainee Nursing Associate apprenticeship. For internal candidates you will need to have agreement from your manager to apply for this post, which will be verified if successful. As you will be on a Trust secondment contract, in the event of needing to withdraw from the programme. On successful completion of the course you will be placed into a permanent band 4 Nursing Associate role within the Trust, however this may not be in your current work place. During training you will be paid a Band 3 and there will be an expectation to work 37.5 hours. If successful in securing a place on the course you WILL NOT be eligible for student finance. Please be advised if you are a Non-UK National applicant you must meet the eligibility criteria and fulfil the settlement requirements of the apprenticeship course funding. Your settlement status will need to be verified as eligible for funding by the relevant apprenticeship provider in order for you to formally enrol on the course. The training provider will require evidence of: Full time residency in the UK for 3 consecutive years or more prior to the course start date (unless otherwise exempt from this rule for example you hold refugee status use the link below to see full list of exemptions). Residency to live and work in the UK for at least 1 year from the apprenticeship start date and must cover the entire course duration including the EPA period. We advise that you check the https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apprenticeship-funding-rules-for-employer-providers/annex-a-eligibility-criteria-who-we-fund for more details on your visas eligibility to undertake an apprenticeship course prior to applying. Those with previous NHS service may be eligible for provision of basic pay preservation as outlined in the NHS Terms and Conditions of Service (TCS) Handbook. Eligibility will be assessed on an individual basis. Further information on eligibility and terms can be found on the following link - Apprenticeship pay guidance and FAQs | NHS Employers Please see the job description and person specification for more details on this role.

This is a Student Trainee (Program Analyst) position under the Pathways Student Intern Program. Work assignments are designed to provide work experience in the principles, concepts, work processes, and regulations of Program Analyst work. Duties include:

- Researching and compiling information (e.g., gathering information from federal guidelines to support policy development, researching peer-reviewed materials, conducting outreach to gather examples).
-Supporting the analysis, piloting/testing, and development of workforce resilience, wellbeing, and mental health initiatives.
-Participating in the development, refinement, and visualization of data for consumption and consideration by decision makers.
-Presenting findings and recommendations to influence program acceptance and to build coalitions.
- Assisting program managers in the planning, logistics, and delivery of training and education of major Preparedness Division programs.
-Participating in exercises, facilitated events, and related learning and readiness activities.
-Supporting program managers to complete reviews and analysis of programmatic accomplishment and compliance.

Starting at $39,576 Per Year (GS 5)

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our websitehttps://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Are you looking to start an exciting and rewarding career as a Nursing Associate and have a passion for delivering high-quality care within an Inpatient Mental Health service?

We are running our 16th cohort of Trainee Nursing Associate Apprentices, working in partnership The University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) / The University of Cumbria.

These posts are apprenticeship posts commencing on the March 2025 cohort, which will see you develop to a NMC registered Nursing Associate, completing a 2 year foundation degree training programme. The course is fully funded.

Internal candidates,will be on a 2 year Trust Secondment contract
External Candidateswill be a 2 year fixed term contract.

These posts are specifically for our Cumbria Mental Health Inpatient Wards (based over the 2 sites throughout the 2 years; Furness General Hospital, Barrow and Westmorland General Hospital, Kendal)

As a trainee you will be based within clinical practice for the duration of the programme and will have study leave to attend University. You will rotate through different services within your speciality / service area (where applicable) and undertake block placements outside of your normal place of work, to gain a breadth of experience and skills.

Some travel is required so you must either be a car driver or be prepared to access public transport when on placement. You could be expected to travel up to 90 minutes each way to placement and work shifts and weekends.

You will need to demonstrate an understanding of healthcare and the role of a Nursing Associate and show evidence of being an effective communicator with the people you care for, their families and carers, as well as your colleagues and superiors.

You will need to be prepared to work hard and undertake study in your own time, while on the programme; learning the fundamentals of exceptional care and developing your depth of knowledge around important aspects of both physical and mental health. In addition you will be taught many clinical skills which will be required when you become a registered Nursing Associate.

Interviews will hold week of the 9th December 2024, date to be confirmed.

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.

The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.

For more information, please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT.

In order to apply for the course you will need to have:

1) Maths and English (See acceptable qualifications below)
2) 48 UCAS Points
3) 12 months health care experience

The entry criteria for the course are the following qualifications:

Maths & English at:
• GCSE English and Maths (grade C or 4 and above) (English Literature is not accepted by the University of Cumbria)
• Level 2 Functional skills Maths
• Level 2 Functional skills English
• Key Skills Level 2 application of number or numeracy (Pass)
• Key Skills Level 2 Communication (Pass)
• CSE (Grade 1) Maths
• CSE (Grade 1) English
• Level 2 certificates (Grade C or 4 and above)
• Core maths level 3 (Grade E or above)
• Pre U Certificate (P3 or above)
• Freestanding Mathematics - Foundations of Advanced Mathematics (Grade C)

If you do not have maths and English or original certificates, you will either not be shortlisted and/or you will not be offered an interview. These will be requested and validated, prior to receiving an interview slot.

48 UCAS Points:
Have 48 UCAS points such as:
• A-Levels
• Diploma
• Foundation degree / Degree
• Level 4 NVQ
• BTEC (Dependant on the level)
If you do not have the above our Universities will accept the following qualifications with 12 months health care experience:
• NVQ Level 3 + 12 months care experience
• NVQ Level 2 + 12 months care experience(UCLAN only)
• Care Certificate + 12 months care experience(UCLAN only)

YOU MUST HAVE THE ORIGINAL CERTIFICATES.
You must have the Original certificates for Maths, English and any qualifications needed to meet the entry requirements. Transcripts will not be accepted.

You must also clearly put Maths, English and other qualifications, with your type/level of qualification, grade and date achieved, on you application form in order to be shortlisted.

All current apprenticeships must be completed in full, including your end point assessment, to enrol onto this Trainee Nursing Associate apprenticeship.

For internal candidates – you will need to have agreement from your manager to apply for this post, which will be verified if successful. As you will be on a Trust secondment contract, in the event of needing to withdraw from the programme.

On successful completion of the course you will be placed into a permanent band 4 Nursing Associate role within the Trust, however this may not be in your current work place.

During training you will be paid a Band 3 and there will be an expectation to work 37.5 hours.

If successful in securing a place on the course you WILL NOT be eligible for student finance.

Please be advised if you are a ‘Non-UK National’ applicant you must meet the eligibility criteria and fulfil the settlement requirements of the apprenticeship course funding. Your settlement status will need to be verified as eligible for funding by the relevant apprenticeship provider in order for you to formally enrol on the course.

The training provider will require evidence of:

• Full time residency in the UK for 3 consecutive years or more prior to the course start date (unless otherwise exempt from this rule – for example you hold refugee status – use the link below to see full list of exemptions).
• Residency to live and work in the UK for at least 1 year from the apprenticeship start date and must cover the entire course duration including the EPA period.

We advise that you check the https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apprenticeship-funding-rules-for-employer-providers/annex-a-eligibility-criteria-who-we-fund for more details on your visa’s eligibility to undertake an apprenticeship course prior to applying.

Those with previous NHS service may be eligible for provision of basic pay preservation as outlined in the NHS Terms and Conditions of Service (TCS) Handbook. Eligibility will be assessed on an individual basis. Further information on eligibility and terms can be found on the following link - Apprenticeship pay guidance and FAQs | NHS Employers

Please see the job description and person specification for more details on this role.


This advert closes on Friday 22 Nov 2024

Are you looking to start an exciting and rewarding career as a Nursing Associate and have a passion for delivering high-quality care within a Mental Health service?

We are running our 16th cohort of Trainee Nursing Associate Apprentices, working in partnership The University of Cumbria.

This post is an apprenticeship post commencing on the March 2025 cohort, which will see you develop to a NMC registered Nursing Associate, completing a 2 year foundation degree training programme. The course is fully funded.

Internal candidates,will be on a 2 year Trust Secondment contract
External Candidateswill be a 2 year fixed term contract.

This post is specifically for the Community Mental Health Team (CMHT), Duddon House, Fairfield Lane, Barrow in Furness, LA13 9AZ

As a trainee you will be based within clinical practice for the duration of the programme and will have study leave to attend University. You will rotate through different services within your speciality / service area (where applicable) and undertake block placements outside of your normal place of work, to gain a breadth of experience and skills.

Some travel is required so you must either be a car driver or be prepared to access public transport when on placement. You could be expected to travel up to 90 minutes each way to placement and work shifts and weekends.

You will need to demonstrate an understanding of healthcare and the role of a Nursing Associate and show evidence of being an effective communicator with the people you care for, their families and carers, as well as your colleagues and superiors.

You will need to be prepared to work hard and undertake study in your own time, while on the programme; learning the fundamentals of exceptional care and developing your depth of knowledge around important aspects of both physical and mental health. In addition you will be taught many clinical skills which will be required when you become a registered Nursing Associate.

Interviews will hold week of the 9th December 2024, date to be confirmed.

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.

The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.

For more information, please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT.

In order to apply for the course you will need to have:

1) Maths and English (See acceptable qualifications below)
2) 48 UCAS Points
3) 12 months health care experience

The entry criteria for the course are the following qualifications:

Maths & English at:
• GCSE English and Maths (grade C or 4 and above) (English Literature is not accepted by the University of Cumbria)
• Level 2 Functional skills Maths
• Level 2 Functional skills English
• Key Skills Level 2 application of number or numeracy (Pass)
• Key Skills Level 2 Communication (Pass)
• CSE (Grade 1) Maths
• CSE (Grade 1) English
• Level 2 certificates (Grade C or 4 and above)
• Core maths level 3 (Grade E or above)
• Pre U Certificate (P3 or above)
• Freestanding Mathematics - Foundations of Advanced Mathematics (Grade C)

If you do not have maths and English or original certificates, you will either not be shortlisted and/or you will not be offered an interview. These will be requested and validated, prior to receiving an interview slot.

48 UCAS Points:
Have 48 UCAS points such as:
• A-Levels
• Diploma
• Foundation degree / Degree
• Level 4 NVQ
• BTEC (Dependant on the level)
If you do not have the above our Universities will accept the following qualifications with 12 months health care experience:
• NVQ Level 3 + 12 months care experience
• NVQ Level 2 + 12 months care experience (UCLAN only)
• Care Certificate + 12 months care experience (UCLAN only)

YOU MUST HAVE THE ORIGINAL CERTIFICATES.
You must have the Original certificates for Maths, English and any qualifications needed to meet the entry requirements. Transcripts will not be accepted.

You must also clearly put Maths, English and other qualifications, with your type/level of qualification, grade and date achieved, on you application form in order to be shortlisted.

All current apprenticeships must be completed in full, including your end point assessment, to enrol onto this Trainee Nursing Associate apprenticeship.

For internal candidates – you will need to have agreement from your manager to apply for this post, which will be verified if successful. As you will be on a Trust secondment contract, in the event of needing to withdraw from the programme.

On successful completion of the course you will be placed into a permanent band 4 Nursing Associate role within the Trust, however this may not be in your current work place.

During training you will be paid a Band 3 and there will be an expectation to work 37.5 hours.

If successful in securing a place on the course you WILL NOT be eligible for student finance.

Please be advised if you are a ‘Non-UK National’ applicant you must meet the eligibility criteria and fulfil the settlement requirements of the apprenticeship course funding. Your settlement status will need to be verified as eligible for funding by the relevant apprenticeship provider in order for you to formally enrol on the course.

The training provider will require evidence of:

• Full time residency in the UK for 3 consecutive years or more prior to the course start date (unless otherwise exempt from this rule – for example you hold refugee status – use the link below to see full list of exemptions).
• Residency to live and work in the UK for at least 1 year from the apprenticeship start date and must cover the entire course duration including the EPA period.

We advise that you check the https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apprenticeship-funding-rules-for-employer-providers/annex-a-eligibility-criteria-who-we-fund for more details on your visa’s eligibility to undertake an apprenticeship course prior to applying.

Those with previous NHS service may be eligible for provision of basic pay preservation as outlined in the NHS Terms and Conditions of Service (TCS) Handbook. Eligibility will be assessed on an individual basis. Further information on eligibility and terms can be found on the following link - Apprenticeship pay guidance and FAQs | NHS Employers

Please see the job description and person specification for more details on this role.


This advert closes on Friday 22 Nov 2024

In order to apply for the course you will need to have: 1) Maths and English (See acceptable qualifications below)2) 48 UCAS Points3) 12 months health care experience The entry criteria for the course are the following qualifications: Maths & English at: GCSE English and Maths (grade C or 4 and above) (English Literature is not accepted by the University of Cumbria) Level 2 Functional skills Maths Level 2 Functional skills English Key Skills Level 2 application of number or numeracy (Pass) Key Skills Level 2 Communication (Pass) CSE (Grade 1) Maths CSE (Grade 1) English Level 2 certificates (Grade C or 4 and above) Core maths level 3 (Grade E or above) Pre U Certificate (P3 or above) Freestanding Mathematics - Foundations of Advanced Mathematics (Grade C) If you do not have maths and English or original certificates, you will either not be shortlisted and/or you will not be offered an interview. These will be requested and validated, prior to receiving an interview slot. 48 UCAS Points:Have 48 UCAS points such as: A-Levels Diploma Foundation degree / Degree Level 4 NVQ BTEC (Dependant on the level)If you do not have the above our Universities will accept the following qualifications with 12 months health care experience: NVQ Level 3 + 12 months care experience NVQ Level 2 + 12 months care experience (UCLAN only) Care Certificate + 12 months care experience (UCLAN only) YOU MUST HAVE THE ORIGINAL CERTIFICATES.You must have the Original certificates for Maths, English and any qualifications needed to meet the entry requirements. Transcripts will not be accepted. You must also clearly put Maths, English and other qualifications, with your type/level of qualification, grade and date achieved, on you application form in order to be shortlisted. All current apprenticeships must be completed in full, including your end point assessment, to enrol onto this Trainee Nursing Associate apprenticeship. For internal candidates you will need to have agreement from your manager to apply for this post, which will be verified if successful. As you will be on a Trust secondment contract, in the event of needing to withdraw from the programme. On successful completion of the course you will be placed into a permanent band 4 Nursing Associate role within the Trust, however this may not be in your current work place. During training you will be paid a Band 3 and there will be an expectation to work 37.5 hours. If successful in securing a place on the course you WILL NOT be eligible for student finance. Please be advised if you are a Non-UK National applicant you must meet the eligibility criteria and fulfil the settlement requirements of the apprenticeship course funding. Your settlement status will need to be verified as eligible for funding by the relevant apprenticeship provider in order for you to formally enrol on the course. The training provider will require evidence of: Full time residency in the UK for 3 consecutive years or more prior to the course start date (unless otherwise exempt from this rule for example you hold refugee status use the link below to see full list of exemptions). Residency to live and work in the UK for at least 1 year from the apprenticeship start date and must cover the entire course duration including the EPA period. We advise that you check the https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apprenticeship-funding-rules-for-employer-providers/annex-a-eligibility-criteria-who-we-fund for more details on your visas eligibility to undertake an apprenticeship course prior to applying. Those with previous NHS service may be eligible for provision of basic pay preservation as outlined in the NHS Terms and Conditions of Service (TCS) Handbook. Eligibility will be assessed on an individual basis. Further information on eligibility and terms can be found on the following link - Apprenticeship pay guidance and FAQs | NHS Employers Please see the job description and person specification for more details on this role.

In order to apply for the course you will need to have: 1) Maths and English (See acceptable qualifications below)2) 48 UCAS Points3) 12 months health care experience The entry criteria for the course are the following qualifications: Maths & English at: GCSE English and Maths (grade C or 4 and above) (English Literature is not accepted by the University of Cumbria) Level 2 Functional skills Maths Level 2 Functional skills English Key Skills Level 2 application of number or numeracy (Pass) Key Skills Level 2 Communication (Pass) CSE (Grade 1) Maths CSE (Grade 1) English Level 2 certificates (Grade C or 4 and above) Core maths level 3 (Grade E or above) Pre U Certificate (P3 or above) Freestanding Mathematics - Foundations of Advanced Mathematics (Grade C) If you do not have maths and English or original certificates, you will either not be shortlisted and/or you will not be offered an interview. These will be requested and validated, prior to receiving an interview slot. 48 UCAS Points:Have 48 UCAS points such as: A-Levels Diploma Foundation degree / Degree Level 4 NVQ BTEC (Dependant on the level)If you do not have the above our Universities will accept the following qualifications with 12 months health care experience: NVQ Level 3 + 12 months care experience NVQ Level 2 + 12 months care experience (UCLAN only) Care Certificate + 12 months care experience (UCLAN only) YOU MUST HAVE THE ORIGINAL CERTIFICATES.You must have the Original certificates for Maths, English and any qualifications needed to meet the entry requirements. Transcripts will not be accepted. You must also clearly put Maths, English and other qualifications, with your type/level of qualification, grade and date achieved, on you application form in order to be shortlisted. All current apprenticeships must be completed in full, including your end point assessment, to enrol onto this Trainee Nursing Associate apprenticeship. For internal candidates you will need to have agreement from your manager to apply for this post, which will be verified if successful. As you will be on a Trust secondment contract, in the event of needing to withdraw from the programme. On successful completion of the course you will be placed into a permanent band 4 Nursing Associate role within the Trust, however this may not be in your current work place. During training you will be paid a Band 3 and there will be an expectation to work 37.5 hours. If successful in securing a place on the course you WILL NOT be eligible for student finance. Please be advised if you are a Non-UK National applicant you must meet the eligibility criteria and fulfil the settlement requirements of the apprenticeship course funding. Your settlement status will need to be verified as eligible for funding by the relevant apprenticeship provider in order for you to formally enrol on the course. The training provider will require evidence of: Full time residency in the UK for 3 consecutive years or more prior to the course start date (unless otherwise exempt from this rule for example you hold refugee status use the link below to see full list of exemptions). Residency to live and work in the UK for at least 1 year from the apprenticeship start date and must cover the entire course duration including the EPA period. We advise that you check the https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apprenticeship-funding-rules-for-employer-providers/annex-a-eligibility-criteria-who-we-fund for more details on your visas eligibility to undertake an apprenticeship course prior to applying. Those with previous NHS service may be eligible for provision of basic pay preservation as outlined in the NHS Terms and Conditions of Service (TCS) Handbook. Eligibility will be assessed on an individual basis. Further information on eligibility and terms can be found on the following link - Apprenticeship pay guidance and FAQs | NHS Employers Please see the job description and person specification for more details on this role.

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust are seeking to recruit a Trainee Clinical Coder to join our team of talented and experienced clinical coders. This is a permanent, full-time position which includes on the job training to become a qualified clinical coder.

The successful applicant will become a member of the Cross Bay Clinical Coding Team within the Trust. Working in a dynamic, digitally enabled environment, they will work to clinically code activity across all 3 sites including Furness General Hospital, Royal Lancaster Infirmary and Westmorland General Hospital. They will primarily be responsible for the timely and accurate coding of hospital activity but will also participate in mortality reviews, focused specialty training and improvement, mentoring of trainee coders and raising the profile of good quality clinically coded data within the organisation.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent analytical and judgement skills, be proficient in the use of computers and technology and be able to autonomously manage their own workload. As part of the role, they will need to learn detailed medical terminology and human anatomy and have the ability to liaise with all levels of NHS staff. They must be willing to study for the Accredited Clinical Coder (ACC) qualification within an agreed period of time. This consists of two parts, a Practical examination and a Theory examination. Coders who attain this qualification are then upgraded to Band 5.

Clinically coded data is used to record hospital activity for financial accountability purposes. Diseases and other health information can be extracted, measured and monitored in order to inform service planning and development, with the ultimate aim of improving the health and health care of the users of the Trust’s services.

Clinical Coders are responsible for the accurate and timely recording of clinical data to support the Trust’s clinical and business requirements and for regional and National Health Service statistics.

The post holder will be required to work as a member of a team to provide an efficient clinical coding service working to established systems and procedures.

They will screen medical records, discharge summaries and other data sources to extract clinical information relevant to a patient’s episode of care and turn this into structured diagnostic and procedure data using International Classification of Diseases (ICD 10) and Office of the Population of Censuses and Surveys (OPCS 4) coding standards.

They will also communicate and liaise effectively with clinicians, nursing staff, other professionals and departments, both internal and external, across all specialties.

We operate from three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Our community services for adults are provided in people’s homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care, advice and support.

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/


This advert closes on Thursday 21 Nov 2024

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our websitehttps://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Is interacting with people and providing exceptional customer service ‘Your Thing’?



We are looking for proactive and committed individuals to join our Trainee Train Conductor Apprenticeship, where you’ll receive interactive, informative and practical training to equip you in succeeding as a Train Conductor.




As a Trainee Train Conductor, you’ll learn the fundamentals of what it is to be a Train Conductor with Northern Trains. In this safety critical role, one of your main areas of focus will be on delivery exceptional customer service – interacting with a diverse range of passengers and making a positive impact on their journey. You'll collaborate with Train Drivers, Duty Control, Station Dispatch and Control colleagues, as you operate the train doors, assist passengers with their travel needs, prioritise their safety and ensure their comfort throughout the journey. You’ll be integral in creating a memorable rail experience.



To kick start your career, you’ll join our one year Level 2 Train Conductor Apprenticeship. Within the first three months you’ll undergo a comprehensive training programme led by our world-class Trainers. You’ll also gain hands on experience under the guidance of your Conductor Train Manager, Conductor Standards Coach and Conductor Minder; where you will learn the intricacies of safe train conducting, customer service standards, ticketing and much, much more.



Throughout the duration of the one year Apprenticeship, you’ll not only gain the skills and knowledge to become a qualified Train Conductor but benefit from the guidance and support of our Apprenticeship Development Coaches. They will mentor you to develop your functional skills, ensuring you have the tools and resources to necessary to excel in your Train Conducting career with Northern. We are fully committed to your success and growth within the company.



As a Train Conductor, you can expect a role where every day might look the same but the people you meet and the challenges you face will constantly differ. Here’s a snippet of what duties and activities you might encounter on a daily basis:

Train Operations: Coordinating with Train Drivers and other Operational Teams to ensure smooth train operations – Following schedules, monitor signalling systems, and communicate with Control to maintain adherence to timetables.
Passenger Assistance: Assist passengers with boarding and exiting trains, check tickets, providing travel information, and ensure a comfortable and safe journey. You’ll support passenger inquiries, offer assistance to vulnerable passengers, and maintain a welcoming atmosphere on board.
Safety and Security: You’ll enforce safety regulations, adhere to safety critical door procedures, conduct safety inspections, and respond to emergencies or incidents promptly. You’ll be trained in emergency procedures and act as leaders in evacuations or other critical situations.
Fare Collection and Revenue Protection: Collect fares, validate tickets, and ensure proper fare payment from passengers. You’ll also monitor for ticket irregularities and address instances of fare evasion or unauthorised travel.
Communication and Coordination: Maintain communication with Station Dispatch, Train Drivers, Dispatchers, and other crew members to ensure seamless coordination throughout the journey. You’ll provide updates on delays or disruptions and relay important information to passengers.
Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate records of passenger counts, ticket sales, incidents, and other relevant information. These records help track operational performance and provide data for analysis and planning.
Customer Service: Be responsible for delivering exceptional customer service – interact with passengers in a courteous and professional manner, address complaints or concerns, and strive to create a positive and enjoyable travel experience.


You’ll have a genuine interest in people, you might not have customer service experience, but you know what it’s like to receive it. So, you’ll be courteous, be able to demonstrate effective communication, as well as showing empathy and patience towards others. You also be self-disciplined and able to work within rules and regulations. As well as having excellent time management skills, ensuring you turn up for work on time, so your train departs as scheduled. Not forgetting your willingness to learn new skills and gain knowledge consistently throughout your career.



Because this is an apprenticeship, you’ll also need a good level of numeracy and literacy, so ideally you will hold GCSE grade D in Maths and English (or equivalent). Don't worry if you haven’t got any previous qualifications, as part of the apprenticeship, you'll sit a functional skills test to achieve a level 2 in Maths and English before you take the end-point assessments at the end of your apprenticeship.


The role is safety critical, so there are some essential requirements for you to meet:

Currently live within 45 minute car journey from the station you work from.*
Be at least 18 years of age at the time of application
Pass the RIS3452 Train Worker medical assessment, including drugs and alcohol screening.
Not have defective colour vision
Commit to working early, late and weekend shifts – without relying on public transport.
*We can only consider applications from candidates who currently live within 45 minute commute time of the depot being applied for.


Our Benefits:

Opportunities to progress and grow
Full Uniform for Frontline Facing Roles
Free Travel on Northern services
Defined Benefit Pension Scheme
Maternity and Paternity Benefits
Employee Assistance Programme
Exclusive benefits with Northern Perks

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Are you ready to embark on a career path that combines the use ofspecialist equipment, advanced technologies, and a range of different procedures to evaluate the functioning of the Respiratory System, to diagnose abnormalities, and to direct and provide therapeutic intervention and long-term management and care?

If so, you are invited to apply for an exciting opportunity of Trainee Respiratory & Sleep Associate Practitioner. This is a development role, the post holder will be working towards progression to Respiratory & Sleep Associate Practitioner at Band 4 supported by completion of the Level Healthcare Science Apprenticeship and associated Competence Assessment Frameworks.

The role will include training to perform and report a range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in Respiratory and Sleep Physiology. The successful applicant must have excellent communication skills combined with a pleasant outgoing manner. Computer knowledge is essential.

As part of this busy and dynamic team you will become able to work effectively and efficiently both alone and as part of team, you must have the ability to organize and prioritize your own workload and work flexibly in line with changes in clinical demands across all our hospital sites, King’s Mill, Newark and Mansfield Community - Community Diagnostic Centre.





To see the full detailed job description and main responsibilities of the job please refer to the job description attached.

Thank you for your interest in this role.

Sherwood is nationally recognised as being an excellent place to work and deliver care. We are rightly proud of the 5,500 colleagues who work here, and we are the Health Service Journal’s Trust of the Year in 2020.

The Care Quality Commission rated King’s Mill Hospital Outstanding and Newark, and Mansfield Community Hospitals Good. Overall, we are rated Outstanding for care.

For the last three years, we have been ranked as the best NHS Trust to work for in the Midlands and in 2020 we were the third best Acute/Community NHS Trust in England.

Happy colleagues deliver better care. Our teams work in a supportive, inclusive environment, which nurtures wellbeing and has opportunities for development and progression. We do not just care for our patients; we also care for you.

Our culture of learning, compassion and taking a person-centred approach are at the roots of our organisation. We would love you to join us.

To see the full detailed job description and main responsibilities of the job please refer to the job description attached.


This advert closes on Monday 12 Aug 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

To understand the role in more detail, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Are you looking to start an exciting and rewarding career as a Nursing Associate and have a passion for delivering high-quality care within an Inpatient Mental Health service?

*PLEASE READ FAQ’S FOR MORE TERMS AND POINTS TO CONSIDER BEFORE APPLYING*

We are running our 15th cohort of Trainee Nursing Associate Apprentices, working in partnership The University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) / The University of Cumbria.

These posts are apprenticeship posts which will see you develop to a NMC registered Nursing Associate, completing a 2 year foundation degree training programme. The course is fully funded.

Internal candidates,will be on a 2 year Trust Secondment contract

External Candidateswill be a 2 year fixed term contract.

These posts are specifically for our Cumbria Mental Health Inpatient Wards (based over the 2 sites throughout the 2 years; Furness General Hospital and Westmorland General Hospital)

If you are looking to apply for the Lancashire vacancies, please clickHERE


Interviews are scheduled for the 21st to 23rd May 2024 (provisional dates - subject to change) at the Lantern Centre, Preston (TBC).If this venue changes, we can confirm interviews will still be in the Preston locality.

We advise to keep both of these dates free as time slots will be provided on receipt of requested documentation once shortlisting has been completed.

As a trainee you will be based within clinical practice for the duration of the programme and will have study leave to attend University. You will rotate through different services within your speciality / service area (where applicable) and undertake block placements outside of your normal place of work, to gain a breadth of experience and skills.

Travel is required so you must be able to fulfil the essential travel requirements whilst on placement. You could be expected to travel up to 90 minutes each way to placement and work shifts and weekends.

You will need to demonstrate an understanding of mental healthcare and the role of a Nursing Associate and show evidence of being an effective communicator with the people you care for, their families and carers, as well as your colleagues and superiors.

You will need to be prepared to work hard and undertake study in your own time while on the programme; learning the fundamentals of exceptional care and developing your depth of knowledge around important aspects of both physical and mental health.



Please be advised if you are a ‘Non-UK National’ applicant you must meet the eligibility criteria and fulfil the settlement requirements of the apprenticeship course funding. Your settlement status will need to be verified as eligible for funding by the relevant apprenticeship provider in order for you to formally enrol on the course.

The training provider will require evidence of:
1. Remaining length of visa which covers the duration of the course
2. Minimum 3 years residing in the UK (pre-enrolment onto apprenticeship)

We advise that you check the https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apprenticeship-funding-rules-for-employer-providers/annex-a-eligibility-criteria-who-we-fund for more details on your visa’s eligibility to undertake an apprenticeship course.

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.

The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.

For more information please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT

In order to apply for the course you will need to have:
• Maths and English (See acceptable qualifications below)
• 48 UCAS Points
• 12 months health care experience

The entry criteria for the course are the following qualifications:

Maths & English at:
• GCSE English and Maths (grade C or 4 and above)(English Literature is not accepted by the University of Cumbria)
• Level 2 Functional skills Maths
• Level 2 Functional skills English
• Key Skills Level 2 application of number or numeracy (Pass)
• Key Skills Level 2 Communication (Pass)
• CSE (Grade 1) Math
• CSE (Grade 1) English
• Level 2 certificates (Grade C or 4 and above)
• Core maths level 3 (Grade E or above)
• Pre U Certificate (P3 or above)
• Freestanding Mathematics - Foundations of Advanced Mathematics (Grade C)

If you do not have maths and English or original certificates, you will either not be shortlisted and/or you will not be offered an interview. These will be requested and validated, prior to receiving an interview slot.

48 UCAS Points:

Have 48 UCAS points such as:
• A-Levels
• Diploma
• Foundation degree / Degree
• Level 4 NVQ
• BTEC (Dependant on the level)

If you do not have the above our Universities will accept the following qualifications with 12 months health care experience:
• NVQ Level 3 + 12 months care experience
• NVQ Level 2 + 12 months care experience (UCLAN only)
• Care Certificate + 12 months care experience (UCLAN only)

YOU MUST HAVE THE ORIGINAL CERTIFICATES.

You must have the Original certificates for Maths, English and any qualifications needed to meet the entry requirements. Transcripts will not be accepted.

You must also clearly put Maths, English and other qualifications, with your type/level of qualification, grade and date achieved, on you application form in order to be shortlisted.

For internal candidates – you will need to have agreement from your manager to apply for this post, which will be verified if successful. As you will be on a Trust secondment contract, in the event of needing to withdraw from the programme.

On completion of the course you will be placed into a permanent band 4 Nursing Associate role within the Trust, however this may not be in your current work place.

During training you will be paid a Band 3 and there will be an expectation to work 37.5 hours.

If successful in securing a place on the course you WILL NOT be eligible for student finance.



This advert closes on Sunday 28 Apr 2024