At NBT, we have a wide range of apprenticeships available in both Clinical and Non-Clinical occupations to support your career development. Apprenticeships are an excellent way to gain valuable skills and qualifications whilst remaining in your current role. Apprenticeships start at level 2 and go up to level 7, which is equivalent to a Master's degree.

Apprenticeships make a big difference to staff

• Earn while you learn.
• Receive recognised qualifications.
• Benefit from ongoing and personalised support.
• Gain real work experience.
• Improve your employability.
• Develop your skills.

The need-to-knows

• Apprenticeships are fully funded – staff do not have to pay for their apprenticeship.
• All NBT staff who are eligible are offered the opportunity to undertake a programme of learning.
• Whilst completing your apprenticeship, you are given time to complete activities towards your qualification in work hours, this is called “off the job.
• Apprenticeships are functional work-based qualifications and therefore need to relate to the current role.  Apprentices will be demonstrating evidence to meet the apprenticeship assessment criteria.
• There are a range of clinical and non-clinical apprenticeships available from Level 2 to Level 7 (masters degree equivalent).
• Apprenticeship levels do not directly equate to NHS banding levels.
• You will find a brochure of apprenticeships on LINK 
   

How does the 20% off-the-job training work?

20% off-the-job training is a statutory requirement for apprentices. It is training, which is received by the apprentice, during their normal working hours, for the purpose of achieving the knowledge, skills, and behaviours of the apprenticeship.

It is gained by attending study sessions, completing role-play or simulation exercises, undertaking online learning, practical training such as shadowing and mentoring and writing assessments or workbooks.

Apprenticeships help managers and teams in several ways

• Staff develop skills relevant to their organisation.
• Improved productivity and quality.
• Training can be adapted according to the needs of your department.
• Staff are motivated to learn new skills.
• Helps to expand and upskill your workforce.

How do managers support an apprentice?

• Engage with the programme.
• Incorporate apprenticeship as part of your appraisals.
• Provide support, guidance, and feedback.
• Support with mentors and peer guidance.

Apprenticeship Vacancies

Advertising roles as apprenticeships is something we are increasing at NBT.  Many of our roles both clinical and non-clinical are aligned to apprenticeships.  Utilising the “Find an Apprenticeship” website, designed for those individuals who are looking for an apprenticeship, we can maximise the target reach of vaccines to directly to those looking to start their career with us.  If you are recruiting and would like to know more, please contact paula.ward@nbt.nhs.uk for more information.

Feedback from our Apprentices:

Apprenticeships can have a hugely positive impact on individuals and lead to not only an increase in knowledge and skills but also confidence and progression opportunities:

You will find more information on LINK, our intranet, once you have computer access.