Engagement Event for those seeking an alternative to Work Experience

Engagement Event for those seeking an alternative to Work Experience

Come join us for Engagment Morning, where you can explore new opportunities and ways to gain experience outside of traditional work settings

By University Hospitals of Leicester Imaging

Date and time

Location

Glenfield Hospital

Groby Road Leicester LE3 9QP United Kingdom

Agenda

9:30 AM - 9:40 AM

Sign in

9:40 AM - 10:10 AM

Welcome - What is Diagnostic Radiography? How do you become a Radiographer?

10:10 AM - 10:20 AM

The plan for the rest of the session - splitting you into smaller groups

10:20 AM - 12:20 PM

Groups tour around the department

12:20 PM - 1:00 PM

Comfort break

1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

Tips on how to write UCAS application/ CV application for a job within imaging

1:45 PM - 2:00 AM (+1 day)

Summary of the day - Quiz on what you have learnt and evaluation form

About this event

  • Event lasts 4 hours 30 minutes

Welcome to the Engagment Morning!

Are you finding it hard to get work experience in a Imaging Department? Join us at Glenfield Hospital for a morning filled with hands on opportunities in a safe enviroment, looking at the equipment, gaining knowledge about the role of the radiographer. This event is perfect for those seeking an alternative path to facilitate your carreer pathway in applying to university or seeking an alternative pathway. Don't miss out on this chance to explore your future profession. See you there!

Frequently asked questions

Is this free?

Yes, the only thing you will need to pay for is your transportations and parking.

Can I bring a parent or guardian?

Yes but please only bring one.

Do I need a ticket for my parent or guardian?

No. We have a maximum capacity and we will not be counting parents or guardian in this. If we have our maximum capacity of students, then parents and guardians maybe asked to wait whilst the groups tours are undertaken.

Can I bring my own drink and a snack?

Yes but no nuts. There will be a comfort break in the morning.

What if I arrive late?

Anything that you have missed will not be recapped and it maybe difficult to accompany the individual tours. So please try and arrive on time and no later than 10mins after the start time.

If I have any further questions who can I email?

imagingstudents@uhl-tr.nhs.uk

Is there free parking on site

No. The Glenfield has ANPR cameras installed int their patient car park which use a card or phone payment

How will the day look

Please look at the "Agenda"to see how the event will be split up. We try and keep to times, but due to groups tours and amount of questioned asked these are fluid. If you need to finish at a certain time. Please speak to the Practice Educator running the day to make them aware.

Can I ask question

Yes it is important that you make the most out of this opportunity. We recommend that you look on the following web site; https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/explore-roles/allied-health-professionals/roles-allied-health-professions/roles-allied-health-professions/diagnostic-radiographer

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University Hospitals of Leicester Imaging

The Event will start with an introduction to Radiography; Why Diagnostic, the different ways to become a Radiographer and after qualification the many opportunities open to a Radiographer to develop your future career.

A department tour to see the specialist areas. The department will be in use with patients so some areas may be off limit.

Meet the staff who work within the imaging department and ask questions.

Refreshments

Presentation of Radiographic anatomy

Comfort break

Preparation for writing your CV for UCAS or job application

Fun quiz, anonymous feedback once completed a downloadable certificate

Come smartly dressed or in school uniform

FreeSep 13 · 09:30 GMT+1