Apprentices
Apprenticeships are a great way to learn and earn on the job.
UHBW are committed to apprenticeships as a means of
attracting new talent to our Trust, as well as developing the
careers of our existing colleagues. We offer a variety of
apprenticeships at the Trust, across clinical and non-clinical
occupations, starting at level 2 (Intermediate apprenticeship) and
progressing through to level 7 (Master's degree) in some subjects.
We use training providers who are the best in their field. We
are an apprenticeship levy payer and are committed to utilising
this to embed high quality apprenticeships into our
workforce.
An apprenticeship combines practical training in a job with
study and are available to anyone aged 16 and over who are looking
for an exciting opportunity to train, and further develop in
their career. Upon successful completion of an apprenticeship, many
of our apprentices are offered a permanent role here at the Trust.
The majority of the apprenticeship theory is also completed on site
by our partnered providers.
We advertise all of our vacancies including apprenticeships on
the NHS jobs website here https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/ search
for the keyword "apprentice" and select your preferred
location to see what apprenticeship opportunities are currently
available. Check back regularly or set up an alert so you don't
miss a vacancy, as jobs arise throughout the year.
Contact the Education Quality team for more information
at EducationQuality@uhbw.nhs.uk
Apprenticeships FAQ
Is there an age limit on apprenticeships?
Apprenticeships are available to people over the age of 16-
there is no upper age limit.
When do UHBW apprenticeships get advertised?
There is no particular time of year that we advertise
apprenticeship jobs, so it's important to keep a regular check on
the NHS careers website here https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/
You can set up an alert so you get a notification every time a
vacancy containing the word "Apprentice" is posted.
What grades do I need to have to secure an apprenticeship?
The grades needed will depend on the apprenticeship you are
applying for and will be stated clearly on the vacancy . As a
general rule, maths and English at a Grade C/ 4 or higher is
required as a minimum but in some level 2 apprenticeships,
providing you can demonstrate an ability to work at a certain
level, you may have an opportunity to study a maths/ English
functional skills course alongside the apprenticeship to get to the
required level.
Higher level and degree apprenticeships will require higher
level qualifications, for example A-levels, another
relevant level 3 qualification or a certain number of UCAS
points.
What job roles are available for apprentices?
We offer a wide variety of job roles for apprentices,
including both clinical and non- clinical jobs. All Nursing
Assistants joining our Trust will do so on an Apprentice Healthcare
Support Worker programme.
I want to get into nursing- can I do this as an
apprentice?
Yes! The entry point into Nursing for Apprentices is a level 2
or 3 Healthcare Support Worker apprenticeship. We offer a
career progression route for staff into the Trainee Nurse
Associate Apprenticeship ( level 5 foundation degree)
I didn't get my GCSE maths/ English at school- can I still
apply for an apprenticeship?
Yes- although maths and English GCSES ( or equivalent) will be
essential when applying for some apprenticeships ( such as Degree
roles) others may have more flexible entry criteria and may offer
the opportunity for you to upskill your maths and English alongside
the apprenticeship with Functional Skills exams.
What is the pay rate for apprentices?
The national minimum wage for apprentices is currently £4.30 per
hour ( as of 1/4/21) As a Trust , we are committed to paying
more than the national minimum apprenticeship wage, and each
apprenticeship vacancy will state the salary that you would receive
for that role. At the end of your apprenticeship, if you are then
successfully offered a permanent role with us, your salary will
increase to the bottom point of the salary scale for the role you
are employed in.
I have a degree- can I do an apprenticeship?
Yes- having a Degree does not preclude you from doing an
apprenticeship, providing it is in a significantly different
subject area in order for you to be able to gain new knowledge and
experience.
Am I guaranteed a job at the end of the apprenticeship?
We recruit new apprentices on a fixed term contract which is for
the duration of the apprenticeship programme. At the end of your
apprenticeship, assuming you have completed successfully and
applied yourself to your learning, we will discuss other
opportunities which are available in the Trust. Most of our
apprentices are subsequently offered a permanent post.
Apply for an Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship roles will be advertised on our current
vacancies page.
Existing staff will need to discuss with their line manager and
then contact the apprenticeship team with approval from a
divisional level required in the first instance.
Contact details:
Tel: 0117 342 00143
Email: EducationQuality@uhbw.nhs.uk
