Apprentice Healthcare Science Associate- Respiratory Physiology
At a glance
- Band
- Band 4
- Contract
- Fixed-term
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 02/09/2026
- Closes
- 09/09/2026
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Role summary
This is an exciting apprenticeship opportunity within the Respiratory Physiology Department at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. You will undertake a Level 4 Healthcare Science Associate Apprenticeship, combining academic study with practical workplace learning. The role involves assisting in respiratory diagnostic tests like spirometry and lung function testing, preparing patients, and accurately recording data. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, the role will become permanent.
Essential criteria
- Level 3 qualification (e.g., A-Levels, BTEC, Level 3 Apprenticeship). Or, strong GCSEs (5+ at grades 9-4/A\*-C), including English & Maths.
- Willingness to work towards the Apprenticeship in Healthcare Science gaining a Level 4 Diploma as a part of the advertised apprenticeship opportunity
Desirable criteria
- Previous experience dealing with patients face to face in an NHS environment.
- Previous experience working directly with the public
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to keep accurate documentation.
- Ability to keep accurate documentation.
- Ability to acquire & communicate knowledge in challenging environments
- Demonstrate Teamwork
- Computer literate
- Aptitude
- Good timekeeper.
- Attention to detail
- Adaptable to change
- Level 3 qualification (e.g., A-Levels, BTEC, Level 3 Apprenticeship). Or, strong GCSEs (5+ at grades 9-4/A\*-C), including English & Maths.
- Willingness to work towards the Apprenticeship in Healthcare Science gaining a Level 4 Diploma as a part of the advertised apprenticeship opportunity
- Previous experience dealing with patients face to face in an NHS environment.
- Previous experience working directly with the public
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to keep accurate documentation.
- Ability to keep accurate documentation.
- Ability to acquire & communicate knowledge in challenging environments
- Demonstrate Teamwork
- Computer literate
- Aptitude
- Good timekeeper.
- Attention to detail
- Adaptable to change
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 4 at £26,530 – £29,114 a year, across England.
This advert: £28,392 – £31,157 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Job summary
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Respiratory Physiology Department as a Healthcare Science Associate Apprentice (Respiratory Physiology). This is an exciting opportunity to develop specialist skills while contributing to the delivery of high-quality diagnostic services for patients with respiratory disorders across one of the UK's largest NHS Trusts.
Working under the supervision of registered Respiratory Physiologists, you will undertake the Level 4 Healthcare Science Associate Apprenticeship, combining academic study with practical workplace learning. Throughout the programme, you will develop the knowledge and skills required to support a wide range of respiratory diagnostic investigations.
Once competency has been achieved, you will assist in the delivery of respiratory diagnostic testing, including spirometry and lung function testing. You will be responsible for preparing patients for investigations, collecting and recording accurate clinical data, maintaining and calibrating equipment, and providing compassionate, patient-centred care in line with NHS values.
This is initially a fixed term contract for the duration of the Apprenticeship programme. On successful completion of the apprenticeship qualification, the role will become permanent.
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