Job description
Job summaryThere are two apprenticeships available, one basedat Sunderland Hospital and one based at South Tyneside Hospital. Supportservice installations and their maintenance are an essential part of the NHSand form a vital link in Health Care Provision. An exciting and challenging position have arisen for Level3 Apprenticeships in Multi Skilled Engineering which will require theindividual to learn and study both aspects of electrical and mechanicalengineering. Employed by CHoICE, a wholly owned company of the South Tyneside& Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust, the successful applicant will worktowards the completion of a tailored training plan in partnership with theNorthern & Yorkshire NHS Assessment Centre (NYNHSAS).
As part ofthe apprenticeship, the successful applicant will be released to attend collegeto allow them to study for the technical knowledge aspect of theapprenticeship, it is typical that this is achieved over one day / evening perweek for the first two years of the role. Practical basic skills training willbe achieved via block release for approximately 8 months during the first yearof the apprenticeship, which once achieved, will allow the apprentice tocommence training towards their End Point Assessment to achieve their fullApprenticeship Standard which will take place within the Employing organisationand NYNHSAC.
Main duties of the job
Thesuccessful applicant will attend a College to study for the technical knowledgeaspect of the apprenticeship for example one day / evening a week for the firsttwo years and practical basic skills training as a block release forapproximately 8 months. Once this has been achieved, the applicant will thencommence training towards their End Point Assessment to achieve the requiredfull Apprenticeship Standard, this will typically take place within theEmploying organisation and NYNHSAC.
Theapprenticeship will potentially commence early 2027 subject to all necessaryfunding and employment checks being carried out, including a colour blindnesstest. Qualifications acceptable on entry are usually a minimum of GCSE at Grade B / 5 in Mathematics and Grade C / 4, orequivalent, in at least 4 other subjects to include a science based subject.
If you require any further information, please contactKaren Robson or Dawn Smith on 01642 624073 or email to
nth-tr.nynhsac@nhs.net
Interviews are scheduled to take placew/c 2nd November / 9th November. Please note that the interviews will only beheld on the date given and no alternative dates can be given
About us
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City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE - trading since 2014) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT). We provide a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services. We employ staff in a wide range of functions, ranging from cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement and pharmacists.
Commitment, Care and Compassion- our Team contribute to the overall hospital environment, providing safe, secure and comfortable facilities for access by patients, staff and visitors. CHoICE is an exciting place to work that will provide you with an opportunity to grow and develop. Many of our staff work flexibly, including part-time and we are committed to offering flexible approaches to work where possible. We provide a range of benefits including Fitness Centre (SRH), cycle to work scheme and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
We welcome all applications regardless of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups.
If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To follow instructions, training, guidance to achieve applicants Apprenticeship Standard with the timeframe agreed and work with the Employers statutory requirements.
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
Please note the Trust are not able to offer SkilledWorker Sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the UKVI thresholdrequirements. Applicants are requestedto consider this when making their application.Please visit Gov.UK for further information
Job description
Job responsibilities
To follow instructions, training, guidance to achieve applicants Apprenticeship Standard with the timeframe agreed and work with the Employers statutory requirements.
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
Please note the Trust are not able to offer SkilledWorker Sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the UKVI thresholdrequirements. Applicants are requestedto consider this when making their application.Please visit Gov.UK for further information
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum Grade B / 5 GCSE or equivalent in Mathematics
- Minimum Grade C / 4 GCSE or equivalent in 4 other subjects to include a science based subject
Essential
- Flexibility able to cope with different work environments
- Ability to work under pressure/meet tight deadlines whilst delivering high quality work
Desirable
- Previous background in the practical and theoretical study of engineering
Essential
- An aptitude and interest in the practical and theoretical study of engineering
- Have an understanding of relevant health and safety issues
Essential
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Willing to undertake any necessary training
- Good team player
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Attend college as requested
- Be able to work at height and in confined spaces
- Basic skills in the use of IT equipment and packages
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum Grade B / 5 GCSE or equivalent in Mathematics
- Minimum Grade C / 4 GCSE or equivalent in 4 other subjects to include a science based subject
Essential
- Flexibility able to cope with different work environments
- Ability to work under pressure/meet tight deadlines whilst delivering high quality work
Desirable
- Previous background in the practical and theoretical study of engineering
Essential
- An aptitude and interest in the practical and theoretical study of engineering
- Have an understanding of relevant health and safety issues
Essential
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Willing to undertake any necessary training
- Good team player
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Attend college as requested
- Be able to work at height and in confined spaces
- Basic skills in the use of IT equipment and packages
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)
Address
Sunderland Royal Hospital
Kayll Road
Sunderland
SR4 7TP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Extra information
- Status
- Open
- Education Level
- Secondary School
- Location
- Sunderland
- Type of Contract
- Full-time jobs
- Published at
- 05-10-2026
- Full UK/EU driving license preferred
- No
- Car Preferred
- No
- Must be eligible to work in the EU
- No
- Cover Letter Required
- No
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