Job Description

For more information on the and Responsibilities please click the link below. More details about the role: If you are a non-registered Healthcare professional looking for the next step in your career, then an exciting opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to apply to become a Student Nursing Associate (SNA) as an apprentice. This is an innovative, fully funded role in Healthcare following a two-year programme of study as an apprentice in the workplace, leading to a Level 5 Foundation Degree in Healthcare Practice. The Nursing Associate role sits alongside existing Nursing Care Support Workers and offers support to a Registered Nurse, thus being pivotal in providing the workforce we need to support the emerging models of care.



During the programme, as a Student Nursing Associate Apprentice, you will be employed for 2 years as a Band 3 Senior Healthcare Assistant, while undertaking academic study with a University. The University costs for the programme are fully funded. It is a training programme that combines both academic and work-based learning in the physical, psychological and public health aspects of care from pre-conception to end of life. The SNA programme is structured, with experience in a wide variety of placements across the breadth of health and social care sectors in different organisations, aiming to give trainees the widest exposure to healthcare.



You are also expected to attend a Higher Education Institute (HEI) throughout the programme to complete the academic aspects of the qualification. Essential qualifications required to apply: NVQ / QCF/Apprenticeship Level 3 qualification in a healthcare-related area, or equivalent GCSE English and Maths grade 4 to 9 (A to C), OR Functional skills level 2 in Maths and English, OR Key Skills level 2 in Communication and Application of Numbers, OR A-Level in English and Maths grade E or above IT skills and access to own laptop/computer device for home study Access to own car or the ability to drive would be an advantage. Please list all qualifications held individually when applying for this position. Proof of the above qualifications is required prior to interview date, and WHEN ATTENDING FOR INTERVIEW.



You are also required to bring two forms of Photographic Identification to interview. You will be required to complete eligibility and Declaration forms prior to Interview for University application. If you are successfully shortlisted, you may also be asked to submit a HAND-WRITTEN piece of work on a value-based question by email before your interview. The topic title and word count will be emailed to you once shortlisted.

Working Pattern:

Dependant on Clinical placement areas, but will include long days, short shifts, nights, weekends, and public holidays to meet the service needs. Weekly working hours of 30 or 37.5 hours per week are required to meet the Nursing Associate Apprenticeship requirements. Interview Date: To Be Confirmed If you are shortlisted for an interview, you must be available to attend a virtual 'Welcome and Assessment Session' with the University prior to the programme start date. The university will send you details regarding this meeting directly.

For further information please contact:

Di Richardson, Student Nursing Associate Lead, diane.richardson2@nhs.net . This vacancy is advertised for both internal and external applicants. For internal staff applications, an amendment to the current contract for 24 months will apply while on programme. For external applicants, this will be a fixed-term contract for 24 months.



Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.



This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us.



We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.