Royal Devon NHS Foundation Trust

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Training and development

If you’re looking for a career and not just a job, the Royal Devon is the perfect place for you. We have an established track record for bright and impassioned individuals, so all you’ll need to do is bring your best and we’ll take care of the rest. In return, we’ll welcome you into the fold with learning and development opportunities and a package of support, benefits and guidance to enhance your wellbeing and transform your skillset.

You’ll be part of a friendly team of professionals dedicated to providing excellent standards of care to our patients. Guided by senior members of the team and collaborating with all kinds of different specialties, you’ll progress along your chosen career pathway with the help of your Personal Development Plan. This will drive your learning and identify a plethora of opportunities to build skills including IT, clinical, leadership, coaching and mentoring. It’s also a great way to achieve diplomas, T-Levels, and apprenticeships across a variety of levels.

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Planning your future

Work experience

Deciding on your future career is a big step, especially if you are wondering which direction to take. We are delighted to support a range of work placements to help you gain first-hand experience in the NHS. We will guide you through the various pathways available, helping you understand your options and discover the passion that will help you achieve your potential. 

Getting started

Starting your career

Boosting your qualifications

You can boost your qualifications or take an access course independently, we recommend contacting your local college or education provider to find out more. There are some charities and organisations that provide this for free depending on your circumstances.

Higher and Further education

A good place to start researching your career is by getting independent advice from the National Careers Service and by researching the different roles that are available within the NHS and the qualifications required.

We have great links with local colleges, training providers and school career guidance teams who can offer advice and guidance on the best courses for you

If you are looking for further advice and you are at school, we would certainly recommend  talking to your careers advisor and looking at

https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/explore-roles

We also attend career events where you can find out more.

If you are over 19 and would like to apply to University then Access course might be suitable for you

Access courses

https://exe-coll.ac.uk/university-level/access-to-he/

https://www.petroc.ac.uk/courses/higher-education/access-to-he/

If you are not sure if higher education is right for you, then the Open University offer free modules

https://www.open.ac.uk/courses

Applying for one of our work experience weeks or work shadowing is also a great way to find out if a career option is right for you.

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Achieving your care certificate

You don’t need experience to get started! We’ll provide all training on the job and help you achieve your Care Certificate within the first year of your role. Once you have achieved your Care Certificate and providing you have Maths and English GCSE’s or equivalent, we’ll help you take the next steps in your career.

Start your career with us

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Grace Rogers, Radiographer Apprentice
Grace Rogers, Radiographer Apprentice

I started working in the Radiology Department as an Administration Apprentice when I was 18 years old. When joining, I knew very little about Radiology, but over time, I learned more and enjoyed spending time with the Radiographers. I felt this was something I could see myself doing.

I heard about a new apprenticeship that was due to start, which gave me the opportunity to train as a radiographer. I applied, and I was delighted to get the position! I was able to take the knowledge I had already built and use it to progress my development.

I like working at the Royal Devon as it is so friendly. I receive a high level of support from all of my colleagues, which helps me grow. I genuinely look forward to going to work and seeing what each new day will bring. Being a Radiographer can be challenging at times, but also very rewarding knowing that you have made a difference.

Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships within the Trust

Our People and Culture Strategy was published in July 2023.

With an acknowledgement that apprenticeships support the growth of leadership & culture, support attraction, recruitment & retention, offer opportunities to develop our people and provide further opportunities around workforce transformation, integration & re-design.

We have and continue to develop strong working relationships with our educational and research partners to develop our people to not only their full potential but to meet future needs.

We have made great commitments in developing people from grass roots levels through to strategic clinical and people leaders by developing our in-house skills development offering, our programme of apprenticeships and investments in both leadership and team development.

Improving our approach to workforce planning alongside strengthening leadership and career pathways and creating an inclusive support package for colleagues to remain resilient and well at work is critical in attracting, retaining and improving the experience of people.

  

The People Development Academy Developing your Maths, English and Digital Skills at the Trust
Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships are a great way to receive training in healthcare and are fully funded via the apprenticeship levy. Once you have your Care Certificate and providing you have Maths and English GCSE’s or equivalent, we’ll help you take the next step in your career. For example, Trainee Nursing Associates and Trainee Assistant Practitioners work towards a Level 5 Foundation Degree to qualify. 

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Degree Apprenticeships

A degree apprenticeship enables you to gain a full undergraduate or master’s degree while earning as you work. Degree apprenticeships take three to six years to complete, depending on the course level. For example, Registered Radiographers and Therapists can take a Degree Apprenticeship to progress towards their chosen specialty and become an Advanced Practitioner. 

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How do I access an apprenticeship?

Once you have your Care Certificate and providing you have Maths and English GCSE’s or equivalent, we’ll help you take the next step in your career. Perhaps you’ll be following a nursing associate path, or studying to become an assistant practitioner. Either way, you’ll be able to gain plenty of experience as you grow and learn.

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How will I fund my apprenticeship?

Apprenticeships are fully funded via the apprenticeship levy, meaning that they will not be at any cost to you.

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Direct University routes

Direct University routes

Don't forget about the university career route! Providing you have a relevant degree, you can take the next steps forward in your chosen field. This may be nursing, therapies or another healthcare or non-clinical specialty. This pathway also opens up shorter study-routes if you would like to train to become a midwife. 

We have recently announced a partnership with Petroc College and the University of Bolton to offer a nursing degree. We also accept pre-registration student nurses on the Masters course from the University of Exeter. 

However, this is just the beginning. We have so much more to offer!

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Qualifying and registering

Register with your professional council

Once qualified, you will need to register with your relevant professional council to start practicing in your chosen profession. 

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Join the Royal Devon

Newly qualified? We can't wait to welcome you on board! Apply for your perfect role here. We offer a bespoke package of support to help you feel settled, including a Preceptorship programme. 

Vacancies

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Kwanele Hlabano-Moyo, Band 4 Transition Nurse
Kwanele Hlabano-Moyo, Band 4 Transition Nurse

I am a Zimbabwean trained nurse and I have been practising for three years now. I found myself looking for an opportunity to work with North Devon District Hospital because I believe it is there that I will get an opportunity to learn and put into practice current nursing trends that actually work. My husband works at the Hospital and told me that the teams are all very friendly and take positive steps in helping you to develop your career. I have had the pleasure of being offered a role as a Transition Nurse which I am very happy to accept. This role will support my transition to a registered nurse and will provide me with training and development in order to pass my OSCE exams. I know that I will be well supported through this process. I look forward to working with a team which I know has a good reputation and will help me blossom in my career.

Advancing your career

Degree Apprenticeships

A degree apprenticeship enables you to gain a full master’s degree while earning as you work. Degree apprenticeships take three to six years to complete, depending on the course level. For example, Registered Radiographers can take a level 7 apprenticeship in advanced clinical practice, which can be funded through the apprenticeship levy. 

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Continued Professional Development

Explore how Continued Professional Development can help you in your career, and discover what the Leadership Academy can do for you. 

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Realise your potential

Qualifying is only the beginning. Specialist roles, exclusive internal training and opportunities to transform your skills provide endless opportunities for progression. 

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Bespoke in-house training and professional development

We value our people and recognise you are our most important resource - you help us to provide the best possible patient care. This is why our offer includes a wide range of vocational courses, clinical skills training, e-learning, masterclasses and more to enhance your experience with us.  

We are a great place to work

Valuing our workforce is something we take pride in. Alongside a whole host of benefits, continuous career development and a culture that celebrates individuality, we offer a robust appraisal process to help you fulfil your ambitions. A large part of this recognises the values and behaviours demonstrated by our colleagues. 

Work flexibly

Work flexibly

Our Staff Bank offers a chance to choose your shifts to suit your needs
We'll help you feel at home

We'll help you feel at home

Relocating is a big step, but we're here to help with handy guidance and a bespoke support package tailored to you. 

Last updated: March 13, 2024

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