About this role
Job summary
This vacancy is only open for applications for internal applicants from Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust and Isle of Wight NHS Trust
Band 2: £25,272 per annum
Contract Type: 18 Month Fixed Term Contract
Full time hours: 37.5 per week
Work Base: Queen Alexandra Hospital, Southwick Hill Road, Cosham, Portsmouth, PO6 3LY
This is an 18-month Library, Information & Archive Services (LIAS) Apprenticeship, delivered by LMP Education. The purpose of the apprenticeship is to provide a structured development pathway, enabling the successful candidate to gain the relevant knowledge, skills and experience required for the role.
Are you tech-savvy, organised, and eager to help others learn? We are looking for an enthusiastic E-Learning Clerical Support Apprentice to join our dynamic team. This isnt just a job, its a launchpad for your career in eLearning and library science
Main duties of the job
We sit at the heart of the Trusts knowledge sharing. As an apprentice, you will be the "face" of our eLearning services, acting as the bridge between healthcare professionals and the digital tools they need to save lives.
Who You Are
- A People Person: You enjoy helping others and can communicate clearly and kindly via phone, email, and in person.
- Tech-Curious: You have a natural interest in IT and are eager to learn how digital learning platforms function.
- Organised: You can manage a busy inbox, maintain calendars, and keep track of training data effectively.
- A Team Player: You are ready to pitch in, share ideas, and grow professionally through feedback and hands-on experience.
Why Join Us?
- Career Development: Gain a recognised qualification .
- Expert Mentorship: You will not be doing this alone. You will receive dedicated support and guidance from senior staff every step of the way.
- Real Impact: Your work directly supports the development of the healthcare professionals who keep our community healthy.
- Career Progression: Develop a broad toolkit of skills that are highly valued across the NHS.
About us
Working as a partnership, both Isle of Wight NHS Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust have a shared vision for excellence in care for our patients and communities; with a set of strategic aims underpinning how we will achieve this.
The single corporate service is delivered across both organisations. You may be based at either IWT or PHU and individuals may be required to undertake business travel between sites. For leaders managing staff across multi-site locations, you will need to be visible and provide in person leadership. The arrangements and frequency will be agreed locally.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will gain hands-on experience in a professional, supportive environment, helping staff across the Trust (including MOD and Equans partners) access vital training. Under the guidance of the eLearning Technologist, you will develop specialised skills in both eLearning technology and library science.
What Youll Be Doing
- Be the Digital Guide: Act as the first point of contact for staff, helping them navigate platforms like ESR and Clinical Skills.net with a friendly, professional touch.
- Master New Systems: Learn the ins and outs of online learning databases and provide basic training and troubleshooting for Trust staff.
- Support Trust Induction: Play a key role in welcoming new starters by helping with the setup, execution, and troubleshooting of induction sessions.
- Level Up Your IT Skills: Become an expert in Microsoft Office and gain a foundational understanding of course design and platform maintenance.
- Collaborate & Create: Work alongside the eLearning Technologist to design training guides, update webpages, and suggest fresh ideas to improve our working procedures.
- Library Support: Gain experience in a library setting by assisting customers at the front desk (issue desk) with a wide variety of enquiries.
Please see attached Job Description for full details.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade 4/C or above, specifically including English Language.
Experience
Essential
- Customer Service: Proven experience working in a customer-facing environment.
- Technical Familiarity: Previous experience in a role that involves regular use of computers.
Employer details
Employer name
Isle of Wight NHS Trust
Address
Queen Alexandra Hospital
Southwick Hill Road
Portsmouth
England
PO6 3LY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.iow.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)