Level 4 Apprentice Healthcare Scientist; Respiratory

Position: Level 4 Apprentice Healthcare Scientist (Respiratory

Main area Respiratory Physiology Grade Band 4 (Annex 21) Contract Fixed term: 27 months (Permanent Band 4 appointment on successful completion.) Hours

• Full time
• Part time

37.5 hours per week (This role will initially be across PCH/HH/Doddington and then will relocate to the Community Diagnostic Centre in Peterborough when it opens [target October 2026]) Job
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Employer North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Respiratory Investigations, North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust Town Peterborough Salary pa pro rata Closing 02/02/2026 23:59

Level 4 Apprentice Healthcare Scientist (Respiratory) - Peterborough Band 4 (Annex 21)
Job overview

You will work full time within the Respiratory Investigations service for the duration of the Level 4 apprenticeship (approximately 27 months).

This role combines hands‑on clinical experience with protected learning time. You will receive off‑the‑job training to support completion of e-learning, assignments and evidence collection with the apprenticeship training provider, alongside supervised on‑the‑job training supporting service delivery.

You will have a minimum of 7 hours per week (pro rata) of protected off‑the‑job training. Depending on your previous qualifications or experience, there may be scope to shorten the overall training period.

Some travel may be required as part of the apprenticeship. Reasonable travel and accommodation costs for required training may be reimbursed in line with Trust policy.

Role progression and pay

This role is aligned to the Level 4 Healthcare Science apprenticeship. During the apprenticeship, pay will be in line with Annex 21 of the NHS Terms and Conditions of Service.

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will move into a permanent Band 4 role.

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Respiratory Investigations department as a Level 4 Healthcare Science Apprentice. During the 27‑month apprenticeship, you will be trained to carry out a wide range of activities within the service. On successful completion of the training programme, including external assessment, you will be eligible for AHCS registration.

You will be trained to perform and contribute to reporting on a variety of respiratory physiological tests, including full pulmonary function testing (spirometry, gas transfer, and lung volumes), oximetry, fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO), and field exercise tests. You will also learn how to carry out calibration and quality control checks on laboratory equipment, maintain accurate clinical records, and contribute to team working and service development.

The Respiratory Investigations service operates across Peterborough City Hospital, Doddington Hospital, and Hinchingbrooke Hospital. These posts support service growth and preparation for the Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC), planned to open in late 2026. The service provides diagnostic testing for inpatients, outpatients, and GP direct access referrals, offering a wide range of respiratory investigations.

You must meet the minimum entry requirements for the Level 4 Healthcare Science apprenticeship. Full training will be provided to ensure all investigations are performed in line with national standards.

Working for our organisation

We are committed to supporting colleagues through organisational change. Priority will be given to staff at risk within North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust and Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Integrated Care Board

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Your working hours will be between 08:00 and 18:00, Monday to Friday. You will be expected to work across all sites and will be primarily based at the Community Diagnostic Centre once it opens.

Please see the attached job description which gives full details of the role. Alternatively call to arrange an informal visit to meet the team.

Person specification

Education and Qualifications

• GCSE English & Maths at level 2 or equivalent
• Science qualification at level 2 or equivalent

Knowledge & Experience

• Interest in working in a healthcare setting
• At least 2 years’ experience working within the respiratory or cardiology specialism
• ARTP…