Job overview
As an Apprentice Assistant Audiology Practitioner, you will benefit from a 14 month fully funded and supported Level 2 Apprenticeship in Healthcare Science and earn a competitive apprenticeship salary, whilst being part of a team and gaining transferable knowledge and skills.
The learning and assessment element of the apprenticeship will be delivered by Sheffield College, with a blended learning approach.
To apply for this exciting opportunity, you will need to meet the following criteria:
1. Be 16 years old
2. Provide proof of UK residency
3. Must have GCSE band 4/grade C and above or Level 2 Functional Skills or equivalent in Mathematics and English, and be able to provide certification
4. Must NOT have a qualification at the same level or above in a related field or already be in any form of formal government-funded education at the point of enrolment.
It is also desirable to have one of the following qualifications:
5. Level 2/3 (GCSE/A Level) science qualification
**Please review the attached ‘Guidance for Applicants’ document to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria to undertake an apprenticeship.**
Main duties of the job
Although an apprentice role, this vacancy is open to everyone regardless of age and ideal for anyone looking for a career within Audiology.
Over a 14-month period, you will be fully funded to complete your apprenticeship around your working role.
You will be a responsible member of the Audiology Department, assisting the Audiologists with their role of providing help and assistance to hearing impaired patients of all ages.
You will receive training on all aspects of the role to enable you to fulfil the responsibilities for the role
Working for our organisation
For further information on working for our Trust please visit:
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
6. Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
7. 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
8. A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
9. Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
10. NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
11. An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
12. Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: .
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
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We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britain’s Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
13. GCSE (or predicted GCSE at time of interview) in English Language and Mathematics at Grade C or above or grade 4 and above (or equivalent).
Desirable criteria
14. GCSE (or predicted GCSE at time of interview) in Science at Grade C or above or Grade 4 or above (or equivalent).
Experience
Desirable criteria
15. Experience of working in a customer orientated team
16. Previous clerical/administrative experience
17. Good keyboard skills and basic computer skills
Practical Skills
Essential criteria
18. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, allowing me to convey information clearly and effectively with patients, colleagues, public and members of Directorate and Trust.
19. organisational skills, ensuring that my work is systematic and well-coordinated.