Stepping into the NHS – supportive pre-apprenticeship programme for 16 – 25 year old young people
The programme, supported by Positive Steps, Northern Care Alliance and Oldham Council is designed for unemployed 16 to 25-year old young people, resident in Oldham, who are interested in pursuing a career in healthcare within the NHS but face significant barriers and need support to take on such a role.
The programme provides intensive support and real workplace experience, with the possibility of progression into a full apprenticeship within the Northern Care Alliance, i.e. at the local hospital. There are two vocational routes, customer service or Healthcare Support worker/Assistant.
- You will be supported through all stages by a mentor who will work with you 1:1 and in groups to identify your barriers and help you to overcome them, ensuring that you are work ready. This will be carried out virtually and face to face.
- You will gain AQA qualifications and take part in weekly sessions held in the education centre at the hospital for 6 weeks where you will complete units towards a care certificate
- You will also complete a placement of one week at the hospital – this could be in a range of areas; recent participants have worked in the vaccination hub and the current cohort placements include the maternity ward, the laboratory, health records and on hospital wards.
- You will undertake functional skills at Oldham College if needed.
The first cohort which started October 2020 has been a great success, with 3 young people securing employment within the health records department.
There are 350 jobs within the NHS – this programme could be your starting point.
If you are interested or would like to refer yourself or a young person, contact me to book an appointment for an informal chat;
Email - cynthiagreaves@positive-steps.org.uk
Tel: 0161 621 9310
Mobile: 07780 315858
Thank you for reading and I'm looking forward to working with you
Cynthia Greaves / Transition Mentor
Positive Steps
