Placements are usually offered on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, for a short period of 1, 2 or 3 days depending on the specialty area. Placements must be organised by the Work-Experience Co-ordinator.
During 2019 we plan to offer Work Experience and Work Shadowing placements, and applicants are allocated one of them, depending on their situation:
- Work EXPERIENCE Placements (Age 16 years +)
Placements are arranged for students interested in joining the NHS in both clinical and non-clinical support roles and may include Nursing, Physiotherapy, Radiography, Portering, I.T., Human Resources etc.
- Work SHADOWING Placements (Age 17 years +)
These placements are specifically for students interested in pursuing a career in MEDICINE and may include time in Orthopaedic Outpatients, the Emergency Department, Endoscopy and the Operating Theatre.
Please be aware that it is unlikely you will be offered a placement during the same week as someone from the same school/college.
Health and Social Care Careers Open Evening
Ashford Hospital (Education Centre)
Thursday 24th January 2019 4.00pm - 8.00pm
If you are a student in year 9 and above come along and find out about the range of health and social careers available.
Click here for more information.
Placements Starting January - April 2019
The deadline for work experience placements starting January – April 2019 was 18th October 2018.
Applications received on or before this date will be reviewed shortly, and we will notify successful applicants by e-mail. Due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact you if a placement can be offered.
Please note that unfortunately applications received on or after 19th October 2018 will not be accepted.
Placements Starting May 2019 Onwards
If you are interested in a placement later in 2019 (i.e. from May onwards) please check the webpage again early in the New Year.
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NHS Careers The National Health Service offers a huge range of exciting and challenging opportunities for people who are passionate about making a difference. With more than 350 different careers on offer, there is a job for you no matter what your interests, skills or qualifications. |
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Step into the NHS Work experience in the NHS is a fantastic way to gain insight into a particular career. It can also be a valuable way of getting some confidence and experience of caring for people. Whether it is a short or long-term placement, full or part time, or on a structured or informal basis, work experience can help you choose the right career. |
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British Medical Association We offer expert advice, support and guidance throughout all stages of your career. We understand the rapidly changing medical landscape and the impact it's likely to have on your career. In collaboration with the best service providers, we have developed a range of benefits to help you achieve your immediate and long-term career goals. |
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National Careers Service The National Careers Service provides information, advice and guidance to help you make decisions on learning, training and work opportunities. The service offers confidential and impartial advice. This is supported by qualified careers advisers. |
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The Royal Society of Medicine The Royal Society of Medicine is one of the country's major providers of postgraduate medical education. Independent and apolitical, the Society promotes an exchange of information and ideas on the science, practice and organisation of medicine. |
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