Student Nursing Times Awards shortlist announced for 2026
The students, educators and organisations that have made the shortlist for the 16th Student Nursing Times Awards have been revealed. #education #students #SNTA #nursing #university #healthcare #awards
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We'll be sharing details of our Student Nursing Associate course, and our #apprentice support services, at our upcoming employer webinar on 11 March, 12.30pm - 1.30pm.
If you're involved in #nursing apprenticeship recruitment, book your free place ⬇️
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We've been shortlisted for the Student Nursing Times Nursing Associate Training Programme Provider of the Year award! 👏
The nomination shines a spotlight on our student support and our relationships with practice partners.
Congratulations to the #apprenticeship team! (1/2)
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A photo of Katherine in a red cardigan. Next to her are the words "Our nursing apprenticeships are about more than gaining a qualification, it's about encouraging students to learn, share knowledge and ultimately improve care."
To close out #NationalApprenticeshipWeek we spoke to Katherine Oliver, our newly appointed nursing apprenticeship Programme Lead who describes our apprentices as 'a joy to teach'.
Read Katherine's story👇
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#NAW2026 #CelebrationFriday @katherineoliver.bsky.social
Health apprenticeship employer webinar 11 March 12.30pm - 1.30pm
Employers: join our upcoming apprenticeship webinar and discover how our research-informed courses can benefit your NHS Trust or healthcare organisation.
🗓️11 March, 12.30-1.30pm
🧑For senior leaders or apprenticeship, ACP or development leads
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Sarah's photo is in black and white. She has a chin-length bob. Next to her photo is her quote: “The most rewarding aspect of being an apprentice is being able to work alongside many highly skilled clinicians, both in my workplace and whilst on placement. “I feel very lucky to be able to rotate between the different areas of my service. My workplace have been very supportive of this set-up, and it seems to be working well!” Under her quote is her name and role: Sarah Taylor, Speech and Language Therapy
Sarah is training as a Speech and Language Therapist, and she feels the most rewarding part of her apprenticeship is experiencing different areas of the profession - in schools, clinics, and supporting patients with complex needs (3/3)
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A photo of Najoua shows her wearing a brown nursing uniform, and a black head covering. Next to the photo is her quote: “This apprenticeship has helped me grow in confidence, resilience, and professionalism. It has shown me that I can achieve my goals even while managing multiple responsibilities. “I am more confident in contributing to patient care, communicating with colleagues, and taking responsibility within my scope of practice.” Under the quote are the words: Najoua Hassin, Student Nursing Associate
For Najoua, a Student Nursing Associate at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, her apprenticeship has helped her contribute to patient care and take more responsibility within her scope of practice (2/3)
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Increased confidence, stronger relationships with colleagues, and new opportunities🌟
These are the benefits of an #apprenticeship that ring true for our students Sarah and Najoua👇
#NAW2026 #ApprenticeshipsForAll
#SkillsForLife #NationalApprenticeshipWeek (1/3)
"We now have an advanced clinician who can deal with on the day appointments and help us manage demand from our patients." Rachel Crossley, Shiregreen Medical Centre.
Learn how our apprenticeships could benefit your workforce at our employer webinar on 11 March 👇
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Its #NationalApprenticeshipWeek!
We sat down with Sheffield alum Laura Haslam to talk about her career journey, and her role leading our new BSc #Orthoptics apprenticeship 👇
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We're now accepting applications for our BSc #Orthoptics apprenticeship, starting in September 2026 📣
Apprentices will combine work and study over 36 months, becoming specialists in diagnosing and managing a range of conditions relating to vision.
Find out more 👇
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📢 the first Orthoptics degree apprenticeship is launching this September at @sheffielduni.bsky.social!
We're hosting a webinar with BIOS and NHS England on 2 Feb (11:30am–1:30pm) to help employers, service managers and AHP leads get ready.
Book your place 👇
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We're now taking applications for September 2026 across a range of health CPD courses:
- Advanced Clinical Practice
- Clinical Research
- Medical Education
- Vision and Strabismus
Ready to upskill your team? Explore our masters programmes 👉 sheffield.ac.uk/health/cpd
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From new teaching spaces and programmes to world-leading research and major funding awards, the past year has showcased the strength and ambition of our Faculty 👏
As 2025 draws to a close, join us in celebrating twelve of our biggest milestones from 2025 👇
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Can't attend in person? Join our online Advanced Clinical Practice session at our Postgraduate Online Open Day on Wednesday 26 November from 5pm - 6pm: sheffield.ac.uk/postgraduate...
#Apprenticeships #SkillsForLife #AdvancedPracticeWeek #ACP #AdvancedClinicalPractice #Nursing #MastersDegree (3/3)
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Interested in finding out more about our ACP programmes in Paediatrics, General Practice and Neonatal care?
Join us at our Health Apprenticeship Employers Conference at @sheffielduni.bsky.social Medical School on Wednesday 12 November, 1pm - 4pm: app.geckoform.com/public/#/mod... (2/3)
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A graphic showing a quote from an employer. It says: Lorna Gillespie, Consultant Neonatologist, South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust. The quote then reads, "We've stayed with [the University] because we like the structure, we like the training programme and we have a good relationship with the Faculty. They are very responsive and supportive to our students, and I feel they've gone above and beyond to help them achieve and succeed."
It's Advanced Practice Week!
Advanced clinical practitioners (ACPs) are healthcare professionals who've undergone master's level training to expand their scope of practice and improve patient care.
Here's a quote from Lorna about the support we've offered her team on our Neonatal programme 👇 (1/3)
Harry Barker, a male student, wearing a black graduation cap and gown with a maroon tie and grey suit, stands in Sheffield city centre. The large silver ball sculptures are visible in the background.
🌟 Alumni Spotlight – Harry Baker 🌟
MSc Translational Neuroscience grad now pursuing a funded PhD at SiTraN!
Inspired? Join our Postgraduate Open Day on 26 Nov – link in comments!
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Two women kneeling on the floor next to a drum, looking at cards.
What an evening! Sipho Eric Ndlovu's recent sell-out show, 'Immmperfect Impediment: My Stammering Journey' at @sheffielduni.bsky.social was a huge success! We raised £535 for @stamma.bsky.social 👏
Thanks to Sipho, @lucydslt.bsky.social, and our amazing student volunteers for making this happen!
Did you catch Sheffield alum Finn Burgum on the latest episode of The Careers Podcast?
Listen in and find out more about the fascinating role orthoptists play in healthcare 👇
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An infographic with the following text: Health apprenticeships at a glance 1,125 students have started health apprenticeships at the University of Sheffield 146 - the number of NHS Trusts, healthcare organisations and other employer partners we work with 83.1% Achievement rate - 22.6% above the national average (2023/24 academic year) “Good” - the Ofsted Rating we received at our latest inspection (published in January 2025), in recognition of the quality of our apprenticeships According to the GOV.UK 'Find apprenticeship training' service we have been rated "Excellent" by employers and "Good" by apprentices
This is your final call to book your FREE place at our on-campus Health Apprenticeship Employer Conference on 12 November, 1-4pm, to find out more about our apprenticeships.
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Here's why you should train an apprentice at @sheffielduni.bsky.social 👇
Nursing Associate apprentices practising their clinical skills
Want to learn more about Sheffield's #apprenticeship programmes?
Join our on-campus Health Apprenticeship Employer Conference on 12 Nov, 1-4pm and hear from Tom and the team about the benefits for both #apprentices and employers 👇
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Our Clinical Educator Tom Connelly joined the latest ep of the Just a Sharp Scratch podcast to share his journey into nursing, and the misconceptions surrounding the #NursingAssociate role.
Listen in 👇
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#Nursing #Apprenticeships #SkillsForLife #NursingCareers
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Did you catch Sipho Eric Ndlovu's interview with
Hannah Sackville-Bryant on BBC Upload this weekend?
Listen in from 1hr10 to find out more about his upcoming Immmperfect Impediment event on 22 Oct at @sheffielduni.bsky.social 👇
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Join us on International #Stammering Awareness Day for a captivating and uplifting spoken word poetry performance with Sipho Eric Ndlovu. Proceeds will go to STAMMA, the UK's leading stammering charity.
🗓️ 22 October, 6 - 7.45pm
📍 Mappin Hall
💵 £8/£5 (concessions)
Tickets:
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Our inaugural Health #Apprenticeship Employer Conference is open for bookings!
✔️Explore our programmes and support services
✔️Learn more about apprenticeship funding
✔️Network, and chat to our apprentices
🗓️12 November, 1-4pm at the Medical School
Book 👇
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Discover Dentistry is our free, 6-week online course that's sure to spark curiosity and answer questions about entering the profession.
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Announcement of Professor Chris McDermott's appointment as Director of the NIHR Sheffield Biomedical Research Centre at the University of Sheffield.
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Professor Chris McDermott as the new Director of the NIHR Sheffield Biomedical Research Centre.
Chris begins his tenure today, with a vision to grow the BRC further, incorporating other world-leading themes.
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