Role Summary
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (Northern) Operating Theatres has an exciting opportunity for 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.
About the Role
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role:
The apprenticeship is a 39 month programme of work based learning that is 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.
Eligibility
You will need to have an understanding of the scope of the role of the ODP in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development. You will treat people with dignity, respecting individual's diversity, beliefs, culture, needs, values, privacy and preferences. You will show respect and empathy for those you work with, have the courage to challenge areas of concern and work to evidence based best practice. You will also be adaptable, reflective, reliable and consistent, show discretion, resilience, self-awareness, demonstrate leadership, communicate effectively and work well in a team.
You must be able to meet the following criteria:
Completion of the care certificate, which can be done in the period you will be a TSW from June if you haven’t already achieved it.
112 UCAS points which includes GCSE Maths, English and one other at grade 4 or higher. A level BBC or equivalent. See BCU website for more information and equivalent qualifications. Applicants currently undertaking qualifications will be considered if they are completed before the course start date in September and they may be offered a conditional offer.
The academic part of the training will be provided by Birmingham City University (South West) based in Exeter
On successful completion of the programme you will be equipped with the appropriate knowledge, skills, attitudes and behaviours to ensure competence at the point of qualification. You will have the capability to continue to meet Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) regulatory standards throughout your professional career.
To be eligible for Government funded Apprenticeships, you should also have lived within the UK or EU for at least the last 3 years.
If you are successful at shortlisting, you will be invited to attend a tour of the department and meet the management team.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week over 4 days
Interview Date: You will need to be available all day for an assessment and interview on either Monday 3rd or Tuesday 4th March 2025. This can be selected once shortlisted.
For further information please contact: Andy Robinson or Mike Buckland, Clinical Educators, Theatres on 01271 322710 or email rduh.theatretraining@nhs.net.
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 believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. 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.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close 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.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
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 a variety of 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.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
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 are 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 will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
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 will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will 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 would love to hear from you.
