Student Nursing Associate

Join an outstanding-rated hospice as a Student Nursing Associate.

• Qualification: Two-year, fully-funded apprenticeship programme in partnership with the University of Plymouth, leading to a Foundation Degree (Level 5) in Healthcare Practice
• Hours: Full time/37.5 per week
• Salary: £24,071-£25,674 pa (Band 3). Rising to Band 4 on successful completion. (Salaries aligned with NHS Agenda for Change)

If you're a healthcare professional in a support role seeking the next step in your career, this opportunity might be perfect for you.

You will participate in a structured program that combines academic study with work-based learning, covering physical, psychological, and public health aspects of care from pre-conception to end of life. Over two years, you will be based in Hospiscare's 8-bed Inpatient Unit in Exeter and complete placements in Hospiscare's community services and various other organizations, gaining diverse healthcare experience.

Upon successful completion of the program, you will be eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council and work as a Nursing Associate alongside existing nursing support staff and fully qualified Registered Nurses at Hospiscare.

You must be committed and self-motivated to complete the two-year program and have the academic ability to study at the required level. In return, you will work for a leading clinical employer in the region and receive numerous employee benefits, including transferring your NHS pension, wellbeing and mental health support, and free parking.

Want to know more? For further details of the programme, including eligibility, go to: Plymouth University Apprenticeships.

Full Job Description
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 6th May 2025
Assessment and interviews: Full day on Friday, 16th May 2025
Programme start date: Thursday 11th September 2025
Hospiscare is Disability Confident and a MINDFUL EMPLOYER which promotes equal opportunities for all and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of sex, disability or any other protected characteristic.