Apprentice Operating Department Practitioners

3 weeks ago

Salisbury, United States Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our operating theatres at Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking for aspiring Operating Department Practitioners to develop through a funded apprenticeship. Previous care is desirable, however for the right candidate you will be fully supported to complete your induction process, care certificate and gain experience prior to the start of the course.

The Operating Department Practitioner Apprenticeship course is a minimum of 3 years of development, through a mixture of work based learning and university study. You will be working in a variety of settings and cover all aspects of work within the operating theatre department and explore the role of the ODP outside of this. These provide further insight into the role and support you in fulfilling the requirements set by the HCPC.

Main duties of the job

The role is demanding and the right candidate will demonstrate the required maturity, professionalism and dedication to manage the combined requirements of studying whilst working, with the resilience and tenacity to continue at times of pressure. 

Minimum of Level 3 (NVQ/Diploma/ 2x A-Level qualification) or equivalent, ideally in Health and Social care related subject meeting the university entry requirements. Functional skills at minimum level 2 in Maths and English or GCSE in Maths and English Grade C/4 or above. 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades A-C or 4-9 Care Certificate (if currently working in a care environment, or willingness to complete if new to care) Ability and willingness to travel to attend university study and daily commute for placement and work time.  Minimum 30 hours contract, must be a substantive post. Meets the ESFA funding requirements in that non-UK nationals are 
eligible for funding if they have been ordinarily resident in the UK for at least the previous 3 years on the first day of their apprenticeship and have permission from the UK government to live in the UK (not for educational purposes) or have obtained pre-settled or settled status under EUSS.

Working for our organisation

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust (SFT) is an innovative hospital with a proud heritage and over 250 years of experience behind us. Here we’re driven to deliver an outstanding experience for everyone and have been well regarded for the quality of care and treatment we continue to provide for our patients and also our staff.

We are an acute Trust, rated “Good” by the CQC, with a track record of high performance providing regional and super regional specialist services such as: Burns, Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery, Wessex Regional Genetics Laboratory, Wessex Rehabilitation, Spires Cleft Centre and the Duke of Cornwall Spinal Treatment Centre. We have about 470 beds and employ over 4000 staff.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. We think working here is pretty rewarding. You can access a range of NHS discounts, receive a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. On-site benefits include car parking (fee applies), leisure centre, day nursery and holiday play scheme. 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.

Interviews will be held on 7th June with interview with the University to follow after if successful. 

Questions and answer sessions on the 3rd May 16.00 - 18.00 Room D in the Education Department Level 5. 

Person specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential criteria

•Functional skills in English and Maths at Level 2 or GCSE grade A/9 to C/4 Mathematics and English (ideally gained in the last 5 years) •5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades A-C or 4-9 •Level 3 qualification ideally in a Health and Social Care subject (NVQ / Diploma/ A-levels x2) Care Certificate or willingness to complete if no previous care experience.

Desirable criteria

Evidence of personal and professional development

Experience

Essential criteria

•Experience in dealing with the public

Desirable criteria

•Experience in Healthcare setting •Experience of working in operating theatres

Knowledge and Skills

Essential criteria

•Able to recognise and work within the limitations and boundaries of the role •Knowledge of when to refer to a senior healthcare professional •Understanding of the role of an ODP

Desirable criteria

•Able to manage workload and prioritise tasks.

We offer excellent benefits that help make SDH a great place to work. These include but aren't limited to:-

Holiday starting at 27 days plus Bank Holidays rising to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years for Agenda for Change staff Holiday entitlement for Medical and Dental staff starts at 27 days for Junior/Senior Clinical Fellows, Specialty Doctors and rises to 32 days after 5 years. Consultant entitlement starts at 32 days and rises to 34 days after 7 years An additional day's leave to celebrate your birthday (after 12 months) Access to a career average revalued earnings pension scheme Life assurance if a member of the pension scheme An extensive Health and Wellbeing offer to help you deal with life's challenges Exclusive deals and discounts websites saving you money on everyday purchases, treats for the family, eating out and utility bills for home  Cycle to work scheme Uniform provided (where required) On site Day Nursery and Holiday Play scheme On site health and fitness club On site car parking Opportunities to get on - take advantage of our ongoing learning opportunities and training, to help you achieve the job and career you want.

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