What is an apprenticeship?
Apprenticeships are a great opportunity to learn the knowledge and skills required to work within the NHS at the same time as earning a wage. Apprenticeship opportunities may be in clinical or non-clinical areas.
An apprentice may be a newly recruited member of staff, or an existing member of staff undertaking an apprenticeship to further develop in their chosen career.
Who are our apprenticeships for?
Apprenticeships are for everyone. There are often myths about apprenticeships being for individuals who are school leavers, but this is just that, a myth. Apprenticeships can be undertaken by anyone, and we offer training at all levels and in a variety of sectors across our Trust, including business and administration, finance, nursing, healthcare science and much more.
How do I apply for an apprenticeship?
If you don’t currently work for us, then you can apply for available apprenticeship positions by visiting our current vacancies or NHS Jobs. All our apprenticeship roles will include ‘apprentice’ within the role title.
Already a part of our PHU family? Visit the intranet page to find out more information about how you can apply for an apprenticeship internally.
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What apprenticeships could I do?
Click the career sectors below to see examples of apprenticeship programmes we have delivered:
The Registered Nurse degree apprenticeship (RNDA) provides an accessible and flexible route into nursing for people within our local community.
Overview
Registered Nurses play a crucial role within multidisciplinary teams, working collaboratively to meet the health and care needs of patients and service users.
The RNDA is a 4-year programme that combines paid employment with academic study, supporting apprentices to become Registered Nurses. Apprentices work within multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, compassionate and evidence-based care while developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for professional nursing practice.
Throughout the programme, apprentices learn to assess, plan, deliver and evaluate patient care, placing patients and their families at the centre of everything they do. Practice is guided by Isle of Wight NHS Trust values and the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) standards.
Programme Elements
Apprentices divide their time between:
- Working as a Healthcare Support Worker within their designated clinical area
- Undertaking supervised clinical placements across a range of acute settings
- Completing academic study activities
A variety of clinical placements will be undertaken in combination with a diverse academic programme of study, balancing theory and practice. During supernumerary practice whilst on clinical placements, apprentices are supported by trained supervisors and assessors who act as role models for safe and effective care.
Support
Apprentices receive dedicated support throughout the programme, including:
- Academic and pastoral support from university tutors
- Regular university tutorials and progress reviews
- Guidance from the Trust's on-site Professional and Clinical Education Teams
- Supervision from trained practice supervisors and assessors during placements
Completion
Successful apprentices will achieve a Level 6 Bachelor of Science (BSc) Degree in Adult Nursing and be eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and Registered Nurse positions.
Application and entry requirements
Apprenticeship vacancies are advertised through NHS Jobs. You can also follow us on Facebook for updates on apprenticeship opportunities and recruitment events.
Essential Qualifications
- Level 2 English and Maths (GCSE Grade 4/C or above, or Functional Skills Level 2).
- A Level 3 qualification in a science, healthcare or social care subject, or equivalent qualifications and/or relevant experience.
Essential Skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to interact professionally with patients, carers, relatives and colleagues
- Commitment to the Trust Values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Everyone Counts
- Aged 18 or over at the start of the apprenticeship
Desirable
- Previous experience in a healthcare setting
- Evidence of undertaking virtual/online learning
Find out more
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- Nursing careers | Health Careers
- Registered nurse degree (NMC 2018) / Skills England
- Read The Code online - The Nursing and Midwifery Council
- Standards of proficiency for nurses.
- Student nurses | Advice guides | Royal College of Nursing
Clinical apprenticeships
Other clinical apprenticeships provide flexible pathways for career development across a wide range of NHS roles, including allied health professions, midwifery, healthcare science, pharmacy and healthcare support. Whether testing samples in a hospital laboratory, delivering care in an operating theatre, or providing rehabilitation services, apprentices gain the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to contribute to outstanding patient care.
Explore all health and science apprenticeships.
Examples of clinical apprenticeships we have delivered:
-Healthcare Support Worker
-Midwife
-Operating Department Practitioner
-Pharmacy Technician
-Healthcare Science Practitioner
-Mortuary Technician
-Mammography Associate
...and many more!
How to apply:
All apprenticeship opportunities will be advertised on our careers website and NHS Jobs. You can also apply for a job with us and then follow our internal application process to commence an apprenticeship relevant to your role. Staff already employed by the Trust can also make an internal application.
Non-clinical apprenticeships
Non-clinical apprenticeships play a vital role in supporting NHS services, offering career development opportunities across areas such as digital, finance, engineering, human resources and project management. From maintaining critical infrastructure and developing digital solutions to managing resources, supporting the workforce and driving service improvements, these roles help ensure patients receive safe, effective and efficient care. Apprenticeships provide a flexible route to gaining the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to build a rewarding career while contributing to the success of the NHS.
Examples of non-clinical apprenticeships we have delivered:
-Healthcare Engineering Specialist Technician
-Business Administrator
-Professional Accounting Technician
-HR Support
-Project Manager
-Data Analyst
...and many more!
How to apply:
All apprenticeship opportunities will be advertised on our careers website and NHS Jobs. You can also apply for a job with us and then follow our internal application process to commence an apprenticeship relevant to your role. Staff already employed by the Trust can also make an internal application.
