Support is available from both your university and local NHS services. These resources can help with mental health, wellbeing, and placement related challenges:
During your placement, you are representing both yourself and your university in a professional healthcare or workplace setting. It is essential to understand your responsibilities, follow professional standards, and meet the expectations of the placement organisation.
Student hubs provide a central point for information, advice, and tools to help you develop your knowledge, skills, and professional practice.
Traveling to and from your placement can sometimes be challenging, but there are resources and guidance available to help make your journey easier and more manageable. This support can include:
Your placement should be a positive, safe, and inclusive environment where everyone is treated fairly and respectfully. Guidance and support are available to help you understand your rights, responsibilities, and the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). Resources to support you include:
West Yorkshire Learner Passport Template - A document designed to support learners on health and care placements by sharing key information with staff before the placement. Developed in partnership with organisations across West Yorkshire to ensure a consistent approach. This is a downloadable template that learners can complete and share prior to their placement.
West Yorkshire Learner Passport User Guide - Guidance for learners, staff, and education providers on how to implement and use the Learner Passport effectively.
West Yorkshire Learner Passport Webinar - An overview of the Learner Passport presented as a slideshow with audio, providing a clear introduction to its purpose and use.
Inclusive training within practice for healthcare learners and international staff - This training offers learning resources to support inclusive practice in healthcare and in education with specific focus on healthcare practice education for Nursing, Midwifery and AHPs. These resources address the root cause of racism and discrimination with the aim of improving the experiences and outcomes of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic learners and internationally educated staff in healthcare. These resources are appropriate for a range of audiences across Higher Education Institutions (HEI's), Further Education Colleges (FE) and healthcare including the whole workforce. This multi pronged approach is necessary to achieve systemic cultural and behavioural change.
University of Huddersfield : PebblePad Student User guide - Here you can find out more information including how to log in to Pebblepad, Giving people access, uploading assets and common issues.
University of Huddersfield: Students Raising concerns in practice - While you are on placement you may have questions or concerns with aspects of the clinical care that you see. If the concern relates to your supervision and assessment in placement you should discuss this with your practice supervisor/assessor in the first instance. If that does not resolve the issue then contact the Practice educator and Link tutor for the area. If the concern relates to quality of patient care in placement you should discuss this with your practice supervisor/assessor or placement manager in the first instance. If you still have concerns then please contact the Link tutor.
Students are required to wear the approved university uniform unless a specific placement area provides alternative instructions. In some placement areas, uniforms may not be necessary; however, students must still present a professional image and dress appropriately.
Students must also adhere to the uniform and dress policy of the organisation where they are on placement.
It is the responsibility of students to clean and maintain their uniforms. Uniforms should be washed at the hottest temperature suitable for the fabric. Always use the pen pocket for pens and remove them before washing tunics. For infection control reasons, uniforms must not be worn outside the placement setting, as this can increase the risk of spreading infections.
University of Leeds School of Healthcare Dress codes: A guide for students on placement
University of Huddersfield Nursing Student Placement Guide : Here you will find out more information about placements, including information regarding dress code.
Leeds Health and Care Academy - Private, Independent and Voluntary organisations (PIVO's) Placement Resources for Learners - This page offers insights into private, independent and voluntary organisational (PIVO) settings, helping you discover diverse placement options beyond the traditional NHS framework.
These preperation for Leadership Placement Video Series were created by Emma Pringle, Dietetic Learner at Teeside University on Placement with the West Yorkshire AHP Faculty.
What do Leadership Placements involve? - This video outlines how Leadership placements fit into the 4 pillars of practice, and what you are likely to do during your time on placement.
How to prepare and make the most out of your leadership placement - This video outlines how Leadership placements differ and tips from educators and previous students about how to prepare and make the most out of the placement.
What skills can i learn on a leadership placement - This video outlines essential skills that all health professionals are expected to evidence during their training. This includes how you can evidence them during a leadership placement.
A Presentation for Students who are undertaking a placement in Social Care.
This section is designed to provide learners with practical information and advice to support their future career journey. By using these resources, you can make informed decisions about your career path and prepare effectively for opportunities in health and social care.
NHS Jobs
Trac Jobs
Key Tip: Explore individual NHS trusts and individual organisation careers pages to find current vacancies, learn about workplace benefits, and get a better understanding of each organisation.
Yorkshire and Humber regional international recruitment hub - They predominantly provide help for people who are looking for a new sponsor in Adult Social Care
Discover the essential role of nursing in adult social care - See insights into the vital role nurses play in providing care to the sector and the need to offer employers appropriate support.
Skill for Care : Join the nursing community - Stay informed and up to date with the latest news and developments in the nursing field by subscribing to our nursing newsletter. Learn about new research, trends, and best practices to enhance your nursing career.
Council of Health Deans : Social Care Student and Early Careers Network - A dedicated space for student nurses, nursing associates, and newly qualified nurses passionate about social care, developed in support with Skills for Care.
Employment in the Voluntary and Community Sector - Calderdale
More information on the VSCE Sector
A resource to explore Allied Health Professional (AHP) careers, providing guidance and information for learners considering opportunities in this sector.
Resources include:
Allied Health Professional Quiz - Find your future career.
Learning more about AHP Roles
Inspirational stories from those working in healthcare
Virtual work based Learning programme
Welcome to West Yorkshire: International Allied Health Professional Welcome Booklet. - This booklet is aimed at Internationally trained AHP employees within the NHS, however you may find some of the information within this booklet helpful. This was developed by the West Yorkshire AHP Faculty.
NMC: Guide to common English Expressions - This guide by the Nursing and Midwifery Council provides some common English phrases and their meanings. The aim of this guide is to help you feel more confident when having important conversations with the people you care for.
