TWO new apprenticeship schemes run by the University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust (UHMBT) will provide a jobs boost to the region.
The Nurse Degree Apprenticeship, in partnership with University of Cumbria will offer individuals the opportunity to train as a registered adult nurse.
In order to be eligible to apply, candidates must hold a permanent contract within UHMBT and have completed their six month probationary period.
And the Healthcare Science Associate Apprenticeship, in partnership with Kendal College, enables learners to qualify as Healthcare Science Associate who will take up posts within UHMBT Pathology services.
Six existing UHMBT staff members have already been selected for the Healthcare Science Associate Apprenticeship, and will commence their training in January 2018.
Amanda O’Brien, vocational services manager at UHMBT said: “We are delighted to be one of the first in the country to be offering these exciting apprenticeship opportunities.
“I’d like to thank both the University of Cumbria and Kendal College for partnering with us on these schemes. These apprenticeships will play a vital role in helping us fill positions in hard to recruit to areas and continue our journey of ‘Growing Our Own to Provide Great Care.’”
The schemes will see those recruited to the roles combine vocational training with accredited qualifications, on a journey to full-time roles within the Trust.
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