Radiotherapy Apprentice Radiographer

Job Overview

If you are already an NHS employee and are applying for an Apprentice - Annex 21 vacancy you may be entitled to pay protection.

Pay protection applies where the role you are applying for is at the same AFC band or higher, and you would receive less in pay compared with your current salary due to annex 21.

Please see the NHS Employers Apprenticeship Pay Guidance and FAQs for further information and eligible criteria:

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These roles are funded by the Government Apprenticeship Scheme and do not attract visa sponsorship.

• You may be eligible if you have been ordinarily resident in the UK for at least the previous 3 years. 
• You must also have permission from the UK government to live in the UK (not for educational purposes) or have obtained pre-settled or settled status under EU Settlement Scheme.
  
  

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for a detailed job description for the role.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen at University Hospital Southampton Trust to undertake a level 6 apprenticeship in Therapeutic Radiography. You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team treating patients with cancer using radiation in an innovative and ever developing field of healthcare. Southampton’s Radiotherapy department is newly equipped with state-of-the-art treatment Linacs and we are the first centre in the UK to have Exactrac Dynamic in clinical use on 3 of our 7 Linacs providing sub-millimetre correction.

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.

Working for our organisation

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what’s possible for the role and service.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

This exciting role provides candidates with the opportunity to earn whilst you learn, gets hand on clinical practice as well as theory-based learning through Sheffield Hallam University.

The apprenticeship runs over 3 years, based in University Hospital Southampton’s Radiotherapy department, and comprises of:

• On the job training based within our pioneering radiotherapy department
• Off the job training - following an integrated timetable with Sheffield Hallam University. The University course commences in March 2024; attendance will be mostly through distance learning although you will be expected to attend a few days on site at the University.
• Completion of a BSc (Hons) degree in Therapeutic Radiography, approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
  
  

Entry requirements

The entry requirements ensure the apprenticeship is accessible to a diverse range of applicants while maintaining appropriate standards.

Applicants Must

• have the right to abode in the UK
• meet the course entry requirements
  
  

GCSE (or equivalent)

Maths and English at level 2 or above (grade 4, or previously C).

If you don't have this yet, Sheffield Hallam University will refer you to their functional skills training partner where you'll need to complete the relevant qualifications during the first year of your apprenticeship.

If English is not your first language, you will also need an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or equivalent. If your level of English language is below IELTS 6.5 we will recommend an appropriate pre-sessional English course which will allow you to achieve the required level of English.

Additional Qualifications

Plus the following:

• Evidence of successful formal study at Level 3 (A-level, international Baccalaureate diploma, level 3 national certificate, level 3 award, level 3 diploma, level 3 NVQ, T-LEVEL. A full list of level 3 qualifications is available on the Gov.uk website).
• A minimum of six months experience in a health and social care capacity, including any placements or work-based learning undertaken as part of a Level 3 qualification.
  
  

If You Do Not Have a Minimum Of Six Months Experience Working In a Health And Social Care Capacity, You Should Hold One Of The Following

• 96 UCAS points from three A levels or equivalent qualifications such as BTEC Nationals, Cambridge Technicals, OCR Nationals and T Levels.
• Access to HE Diploma from a QAA recognised Access to HE course
• Level 3 Apprenticeship
• Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQ’s) New or existing Level 4 or 5 qualifications such as HNDs, Foundation Degrees, Certificate HE or Diploma HE
• A previous degree
  
  

For more information on the apprenticeship course please visit the Sheffield university website. If you are unsure if your previous qualifications meet the required standard, please contact the university directly (contact details are on their website).

Skills Required

Excellent communicator, team worker, ability to follow instructions, helps and co-operates with colleagues, maintains composure in stressful situations.

Person specification

Trust Values

Essential criteria

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together
  
  

Qualifications / Training Required

Essential criteria

• A-Levels or BTEC National (in a relevant subject) 120 points, including one of the sciences or social science.
• Approved access to HE Diploma in health studies
• GCSE Maths and English (at least grade C or 6).
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Completion of Foundation year in Health, Sports, Science and Social Care
  
  

Previous or relevant experience necessary

Essential criteria

• Computer literate
• Previous experience of working with people
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Practical experience of working with vulnerable people
  
  

Aptitudes And Skills Required

Essential criteria

• Excellent communicator
• Team worker
• Ability to follow instructions
• Helps and co-operates with colleagues
• Pro-active and takes responsibility
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Conscientious
• Maintain composure in stressful situations
• Punctual
• Patience, dependability, and motivation shown