Apprentice ODP - Barnstaple - Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Description

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Operating Theatres is seeking Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) apprentices to join our innovative and supportive theatre team.

The graduate ODP Apprenticeship programme is a fully funded route towards qualification as a HCPC registered ODP.

ODPs are registered healthcare professionals specialising in anaesthetics, surgery, and the post anaesthetic care unit, providing high-quality clinical care to all patient age groups.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist, and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across various settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people's own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies, and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

It's never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you'll help shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Job Description

The apprenticeship is a 39-month programme of work-based learning directly related to the apprenticeship standard. In addition, the apprenticeship has a mandatory 20% off-the-job learning, which is provided as weekly day release. The University-based Honours degree study is also linked to the Apprenticeship Standard. Successful applicants will start as a theatre support worker (TSW) from June 2025 prior to the actual apprentice start date in September 2025.

• 112 UCAS points, including GCSE Maths, English, and one other at grade 4 or higher. See BCU website for more information and equivalent qualifications.
• The academic part of the training will be provided by Birmingham City University (South West) based in Exeter. To be eligible for Government-funded Apprenticeships, you should also have lived within the UK or EU for at least the last 3 years.

Inclusivity Statement

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status, including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

Benefits

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.

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness, and leisure options and can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

• 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).

Employer Details

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
North Devon District Hospital,
Raleigh Park,
Barnstaple,
Devon,
EX314JB