Operating Department Practitioner Degree Apprentice - London, United Kingdom - Great Ormond Street Hospital

Description

Job overview

The Operations and Images Directorate and GOSH Learning Academy is delighted to announce that with support from GOSH Children's Charity we are able to support a cohort of Apprentices to become Registered Operating Department Practitioners (ODP).

GOSH Learning Academy will be working in partnership with London South Bank University (LSBU) to deliver a holistic and exciting education programme to allow you to fulfil your potential.

Lectures and teaching will be delivered as a mixture of online and face to face sessions at LSBU's campus in London. Clinical placements will be across GOSH and other NHS Trusts in London to support successful completion of all modules, including adult placements (which is which is a course requirement)

Throughout the 3-year course you will be supported by the O&I Practice Education Team and the Lead Practice Educator for Clinical Apprenticeships.

Once you successfully complete your apprenticeship you will obtain your degree and be able to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) to practice.

You Must not be enrolled on another apprenticeship. Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK (working Visas must cover the duration of the entire apprenticeship) and they should have been in the UK for at least the last 3 years.

Applicants must not be undergoing any formal management process as part of a Trust policy relating to performance, conduct or absence.

Main duties of the job

• 5 GCSEs A-C including Maths, Science and English or equivalent (reformed GCSEs grade 4 or above), or equivalent in functional/key skills.
• • Evidence of study within the last 3 years.
  • The care certificate must be completed before the commencement of the HEI taught component of the apprenticeship. Candidates will be expected to be up to date with all their Trust's mandatory training requirements including basic life support and manual handling.
  • Candidates must be at least 18 years old upon commencement of the programme.
  • Offers are also subject to a satisfactory joint interview with the employer and HEI, and completion of apprenticeship pre-course documentation
• • Entry requirements that are the equivalent of 112 UCAS points
  • A Level BBC or;
  • BTEC National Diploma DMM or;
  • Access to HE qualifications in Nursing or similar with 15 Distinctions and 30 Merits or;
  • Equivalent level 3 qualifications worth 112 UCAS points

Alternatively for those candidates who do not meet 112 UCAS points, applications will be considered who have both of the following:

• • An appropriate Level 3 qualification Senior Healthcare Support Worker/Theatre Apprenticeship or NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care.
  • and 20 credits at level 4. (the university offer a 20 credit level 4 CPPD module, please ask for further details)

This apprenticeship will start on September 2024, subject to you pre-employment checks clearance and enrolment clearance by LSBU.

Working for our organisation

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.

We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.

We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.

Person specification

GOSH Culture and Values

Essential criteria

• Our Always values
• •Experience of working as part of a diverse team.
  •Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.

Academic/Professional qualification/Training

Essential criteria

• Entry requirements that are the equivalent of 112 UCAS points Examples being:
  •A Level BCC
  •BTEC National Diploma DMM
  •Access to Higher Education qualifications in Nursing or similar with 15 Distinctions and 30 Merits
  •Equivalent level 3 qualifications worth 112 UCAS points
• Alternatively for those candidates who do not meet 112 UCAS points, applications will be considered who have both of the following:
  •An appropriate Level 3 qualification Senior Healthcare Support Worker/Theatre Apprenticeship or NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care
  •and 20 credits at level 4 (the university offer a 20 credit level 4 CPPD module, please ask for further details)
• Literacy and Numeracy Level 2 or GCSE A-C or GCSE 4-9 pass or equivalent and Skills Funding Agency (EFSA) compliant equivalents
• Care Certificate
• Trust's mandatory training requirements including BLS and manual handling
• Evidence of study within the last 3 years

Experience/Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Demonstrable experience working in a healthcare setting
• Demonstrable knowledge on current Theatres nursing practice
• Providing a safe environment for children and young people

Desirable criteria

• Understanding of NHS/Health and Social Care

Skills/Abilities

Essential criteria

• Good written and verbal communication in English
• Able to work with direct and indirect supervision
• Able to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Able to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Able to manage multiple/conflicting priorities simultaneously while remaining calm

Desirable criteria

• Competent patient care skills
• Responds positively to constructive feedback
• Able to meet the requirements of the role with any reasonable adjustments
• Able to identify and articulate own learning needs