Theatres Apprentice | Bolton NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 13 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £25,272 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 June 2026 |
| Location: | Bolton, BL4 0JR |
| Company: | Bolton NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7950181/241-276-S-26 |
Summary
Full time 37.5 hours per week. Permanent post.
The theatre recovery team are looking to recruit an Apprentice for Theatres
We are currently looking to recruit a suitable applicant who wants an apprenticeship in main theatre. This is a great opportunity to an introduction into working within a theatre setting. You will start your two year apprenticeship journey in Recovery, in year 2 you will move into theatre as a Theatre Support Worker while studying with Bolton College.
External requirements of Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA):
1. Maths and English at Level 2 or above
To study for an Apprenticeship then the student needs Level 2 or above qualifications in Maths and English. That is, GCSE A* to C or 9 to 4 (under the new grading system).
2. The Right to Work in the UK and Residency for at least 3 years
The ESFA funding rules state that “the individual must have a valid and eligible residency status and the right to work in England.” The apprentice should be “ordinarily resident in the UK for at least 3 years” prior to the apprenticeship. Someone who is ordinarily resident in a country is someone “who habitually, normally and lawfully resides from choice and for a settled purpose in that country”.
Please note: This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application, as we are unable to support visa applications for this position.
Please note: This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application, as we are unable to support visa applications for this position.
The recovery HCA is often the first person that the patient meets on their journey to theatre . Recovery HCA's need to have an ability to put people at ease, be good communicators, and be patient focused. If this sounds like the role for you, then please come and join our friendly recovery team.
Based just off the M61, twenty minutes from the centre of Manchester and with excellent transport links to the rest of the North West, we are a forward thinking Foundation Trust.
Royal Bolton Hospital has a catchment population of approx 350,000 people.
The aims of this Trust are to improve the health of our people and provide the best possible care to the population in which we serve and ensure that our staff have joy and pride in their work. We are striving to recruit a workforce that reflects the communities in which we serve. Staff are valued and we can offer excellent opportunities for further training and development.
The vision of this Trust is to be recognised by the people of Bolton and beyond as an excellent provider of health and care services and a great place to work. We are striving to attract, recruit and retain high caliber staff which reflect our communities. We are an inclusive employer who trains and develops our staff in a positive learning environment. We aim to be inclusive and therefore applications form all sectors of the community are welcomed.
For further information regarding the key responsibilities of this role please see the attached job description. If you have any further questions regarding this role please do not hesitate to contact us via the information below.
Please check you meet the The ESFA funding rules before applying.
This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application, as we are unable to support visa applications for this position.
This advert closes on Monday 25 May 2026
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