Development and progression

Education, training, learning and development are all things we take very seriously – and we make sure every member of staff enjoys the support and opportunities they need.

When you first join us, we’ll make sure you’re fully prepared with a comprehensive induction programme and get your personal development plan off to a good start by identifying and fulfilling any immediate training needs.

Throughout your career with the Trust, you’ll enjoy annual personal development appraisals, six-monthly reviews and support with Continuing Professional Development. And, with a number of different types of funding available to help you gain valuable skills, our Learning and Development Team is always on hand to offer advice on the courses available – including access to National Vocational Qualifications - and to help you maintain the experience and knowledge you need to develop in your role.

We also offer a series of programmes for new and junior managers, and middle managers, such as Leading an Empowered Organisation, Leadership at the Point of Care, and Coaching.

Other ways we can help you further develop your career are:

Library Services

All Trust staff are entitled to use the modern and welcoming library based in the Education Centre at Victoria Hospital. The wide range of books, journals and online resources will help you access relevant information throughout your career, as well as proving holiday and leisure reading from our fiction collection. The library has excellent study facilities and computers in a comfortable and relaxing environment and our specially trained information staff will help you find whatever you need.

IT Training

Providing both general and specific IT training for staff, including training in all applications within the Microsoft Office suite (Introduction to Advanced) and the opportunity to achieve European Computer Driving Licence certification.

The Learning Suite

This partnership between the Trust, the Trade Unions and Blackpool and The Fylde Colleges offers a range of courses, including formal English and Maths courses to leisure courses such as photography, Spanish and Sign Language. Our dedicated Learning Coordinator is on hand to offer advice and guidance to all staff.

Basic Key Skills Development

We offer support for any member of staff who wants to improve their confidence in English and Maths.