Apprentice Assistant Practitioner in Diagnostic Imaging (MRI)

NHS; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity to join the NHS as an Apprentice Assistant Practitioner in Diagnostic Imaging at Ipswich Hospital. This role involves delivering high-quality patient care while participating in a university training program. Ideal for those passionate about healthcare and eager to develop clinical skills.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

27 days annual leave

NHS discounts

Health and Wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• GCSE in Maths and English required.
• Level 3 qualification or relevant clinical experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality diagnostic services.
• Compile a portfolio demonstrating learning and skills.
• Engage in training and development activities.

Skills

Communication

Prioritization

Motivation

Education

GCSE A-C/Level 4-9 in Maths and English

Level 3 qualification or relevant clinical experience

Tools

Computers

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our trust as an Apprentice Assistant Practitioner in Diagnostic Imaging (MRI) and supporting in a university course which commences in September 2025.

This post will be at Ipswich Hospital.

We are one of the largest Trusts in East Anglia, offering opportunities for development, innovation, research, education, and training.

You will join a dynamic, friendly, and highly skilled team that values the assistant practitioner role and provides opportunities to develop and enhance your clinical skills.

You will work as part of the team to deliver a high-quality, responsive diagnostic service, ensuring excellent patient care in line with the hospital's core values.

You must have excellent communication and prioritization skills. High standards of care, compassion, dignity, and privacy for patients should be at the forefront of your practice. You should be committed to personal development and service improvement, with an innovative attitude.

You will participate in a training programme delivered by Derby University via distance learning to achieve the Level 5 Assistant Practitioner qualification. This role requires full-time work, 37.5 hours per week.

Main duties of the job

The apprenticeship lasts approximately 2 years, during which you will engage in training, development, and review activities, including:

1. Completing supernumerary practice and theory hours
2. Participating in lectures, seminars, and workshops
3. Completing portfolios, essays, reflective accounts, and projects
4. Accessing learning facilities and resources
5. Attending 3-monthly tripartite meetings with the trust and HEI

You will be required to compile a portfolio demonstrating your learning and skills, working under the supervision of registered practitioners within multidisciplinary teams to assist in providing care and supporting the needs of service users.

About us

We are ESNEFT, providing hospital and community health services to nearly one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff work across acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, clinics, and patients' homes.

As one of the largest NHS organizations in England, employing over 12,000 staff, we support our staff through extensive training, development opportunities, and flexible working options.

We offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave (pro-rata), and access to NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme provides various support services.

Our philosophy is that 'Time Matters' to everyone, focusing on improving processes and removing delays for staff and patients.

We are investing in digital transformation through a partnership with Epic, bringing a leading electronic patient record system to ESNEFT, enhancing hospital life for staff and patients.

If you are passionate about patient care and eager to develop your skills and knowledge, we want to hear from you.

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Details

Date posted: 09 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 2

Salary: £24,169 to £29,114 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 432-HR189-25

Job locations: Ipswich Hospital, Heath Road, Ipswich, IP4 5PD

Job description

For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role, please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential):

• GCSE A-C/Level 4-9 in Maths and English or Level 2 functional skills
• Level 3 qualification or relevant clinical experience

Qualifications (Desirable):

• Level 3 qualification in science or healthcare

Experience (Essential):

• Working with the public
• Administration
• Staff and self-motivation
• Maintaining high standards

Experience (Desirable):

• Experience of multidisciplinary team working

Knowledge (Essential):

• Experience in the use of computers
• Teamwork concept

Knowledge (Desirable):

• Health service structure
• Hospital systems

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to a DBS check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Employer details

Employer name: East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Ipswich Hospital, Heath Road, Ipswich, IP4 5PD

Employer's website: https://www.esneft.nhs.uk/