Nurse apprentice

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Closing Date:

19 October, 2026

Expected Duration:

3 Years 3 Months

Apprenticeship Level:

Degree

Number of Positions:

1

Hours per week:

37.5

Wage Information:

£15,600 a year

Employer's Website:

www.thorntonmedicalcentre.nhs.uk

Address:

15 GREEN LANE

LEEDS

LS12 1JE

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Description

Thornton Medical Centre is a busy GP practice in Leeds and we’re looking for a full-time Nurse apprentice. You will spend half the week in the practice hands-on and half the week online distance learning with University of Derby

www.derby.ac.uk/apprenticeships/public-health-social-care/registered-nurse-degree-apprenticeship-bsc/

Training Description:
  • 2.5 days hands-on experience within the GP practice, 2.5 days distance learning with University of Derby
  • weeky live tutorial with University of Derby
  • clinical skills residential week
  • 5 week placement each year in another healthcare setting
  • University start date 11th January 2027, finish 28th February 2030
Full Description:

Typical duties for a student nurse include:

  • Assist registered nurses and other clinical staff with the delivery of high-quality patient care
  • Under the supervision of a registered nurse perform and record clinical observations including blood pressure, pulse, blood tests, ECGs
  • Assist with preparing clinical areas, equipment and supplies
  • Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in accordance with organisational policies
  • Follow infection prevention and control procedures and maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety
  • Follow all relevant health and safety, safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional policies.
  • Participate in training, supervision, assessments, and educational activities associated with the apprenticeship.
  • Develop clinical knowledge and practical nursing skills through supervised learning and experience
  • Undertake other appropriate duties within the scope of the apprenticeship and level of competence
Outcome Description:

Upon successful completion of the programme, you will be eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

Description of Working Week:

Monday – Friday, 8.30am – 4.00pm.

Skills Required:
  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
Qualifications Required:
  • GCSE English 4-9 Essential
  • GCSE Maths 4-9 Essential
  • UCAS points Any 70-112 points Essential
Things To Consider:
  • Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
  • Must have lived in the UK for 3 years
  • Genuine interest in pursuing a career in nursing
  • Commitment to completing the required apprenticeship training and education
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Compassionate, respectful, and patient-centred approach
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Willingness to learn and accept feedback
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professional behaviour
  • Reliable, organised, and able to manage responsibilities effectively
  • Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion, and treating every patient with dignity and respect
Employer Description:

Thornton Medical Centre in Leeds is a GP practice providing NHS services for 11,000 patients.

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