Apprentice - Healthcare Assistant

Sunderland GP Alliance; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits to join a dedicated healthcare team as an Apprentice Healthcare Assistant. This role offers a formal apprenticeship program designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge to provide high-quality care. You will receive mentorship and complete the Care Certificate within your first three months. With a strong emphasis on training and development, this position is ideal for those looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare. Join a compassionate team committed to innovation and excellence in patient care, where your contributions will truly matter.

Benefits

Fitness Centre

Childcare Assistance

Library Access

Chaplaincy Support

Qualifications

• Minimum GCSE Grade D/Grade 3 in Maths and English is essential.
• Commitment to complete a Level 2 Healthcare Support Worker qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assist registered practitioners in providing compassionate care.
• Carry out tasks delegated by registered practitioners.
• Adhere to the Trust's vision and values.

Skills

Prioritization Skills

Effective Communication

Empathy Skills

Basic Keyboard Skills

Health and Safety Awareness

Confidentiality Awareness

Willingness to Learn

Education

Maths and English at Level 1 or above (GCSE minimum D/3)

Level 2 Healthcare Support Worker qualification

Job description

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Apprentice - Healthcare Assistant

The closing date is 13 May 2025

This is an exciting opportunity to join South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust as an Apprentice Healthcare Assistant. Successful applicants will undertake a formal apprenticeship training programme to gain the knowledge, skills, and competence to work as a Healthcare Assistant.

The apprentice will complete the Care Certificate within the first three months in the role and will be allocated a mentor and buddy to help them achieve the required competencies for the post. Alongside the Care Certificate, the apprentices will complete a Level 2 apprenticeship standard, ensuring consistent practice is applied to the role.

Main duties of the job

The duration of the apprenticeship is 18 months, subject to regular reviews to demonstrate progress. Apprentices will commence on Annex 21* of the salary band, and to support role development, the postholder is required to complete a Level 2 Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship Standard over the period of the apprenticeship. Maths and English at minimum GCSE Grade D/Grade 3 or Level 1 or above, or equivalent, is essential for the post. Following successful completion of the apprenticeship, the apprentice will move into a substantive position.

*Annex 21 is an NHS training allowance that is a percentage of the banding.

Interviews will be held on 10th June 2025

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award-winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation, and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness, and civility, promoting a compassionate, caring, and positive culture/work environment.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. We prioritize staff health and wellbeing, and provide access to high-quality education, training, career progression, and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,300 people, providing hospital services to a community of about 430,000 residents, and specialized services to a larger population in some cases. Staff benefits include a Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries, chaplaincy support, and childcare assistance. The Trust will not accept applications generated solely by AI.

Job responsibilities

To undergo training and gain experience as an Apprentice Healthcare Assistant, including:

• Assisting registered practitioners in providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients, relatives, and carers according to their needs.
• Carrying out tasks delegated by registered practitioners who retain overall accountability for care.
• Adhering to the Trust's vision, values, and behavioral standards.

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DETAILS OF THE POST.

Person Specification

Physical Skills

• Ability to assist patients with movement as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy.

Qualifications

• Maths and English at Level 1 or above (GCSE minimum D/3).
• Commitment to completing a Level 2 Healthcare Support Worker qualification upon starting the post.

Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Effective communication of health-related information to patients and colleagues, adapting style as needed.
• Clear communication of messages and instructions both verbally and in writing.
• Basic empathy and reassurance skills.
• Basic keyboard skills and ability to use email and document clearly in plain English.
• Understanding of health and safety requirements in a patient environment.
• Awareness of confidentiality requirements in healthcare.
• Willingness to undertake further training related to the role.
• Willingness to complete Competency-Based Assessments and maintain a Portfolio of evidence to achieve the Care Certificate.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a DBS check for any previous convictions.

Employer name

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

£24,169 per year, with Annex 21 for Apprenticeships