Ambulance Care Assistant

Ambulnz Community Partners Ltd.; Wembley; On-site; GBP 16,820 - 23,956; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Trained to FREC3 qualification

Competitive salary of £14.80 per hour

Uniform provided

Access to discounts and perks

Comprehensive Training and Induction Programme

Employee Assistance Programme for confidential advice

Job summary

Ambulnz Community Partners Ltd. is seeking an Ambulance Care Assistant based in Wembley. This position involves transporting patients for non-emergency appointments while delivering compassionate care and maintaining the ambulance's cleanliness. Candidates must have prior experience and a valid UK driving licence. Opportunities for comprehensive training and a rewarding career are offered.

We value our staff with excellent benefits, including enhanced DBS checks, comprehensive training programs, and access to a pension scheme, as well as various employee discounts and support programs.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is essential.
• Hold a full UK manual driving licence with a minimum of 1 year driving experience.
• Ability to lift and manoeuvre patients using manual handling techniques.

Responsibilities

• Deliver non-emergency transport to patients.
• Maintain the ambulance to a high standard of cleanliness.
• Work as single or double crew.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Ability to work in teams

Physical fitness

Education

FREC3 – QA Level 3 certificate in First Response Emergency Care

Job description

Job Role:Ambulance Care Assistant
Location:Wembley Base
3-6 Pellatt Road
East Lane Business Park
Wembley, Greater London
HA9 7RQ
Shift times: 10:30-20:30 or 15:00-01:00 or 05:00-15:00 - working Mon-Sat with a rotating rest day and every Sunday off

Advert closing date: 15th May2026
Interviewing: Week commencing 18th May
Start Date:June 2026 onwards

At Community Ambulance Service (CAS) we are always on the lookout for talented individuals passionate about high quality patient care to join our growing team.

The main focus of a Ambulance Care Assistant is to deliver non-emergency transport to those in need, for example transporting patients to and from their hospital appointment, whilst providing high quality patient care.

If you are looking for a rewarding role that makes a difference within your community then apply today!

About the company:Community Ambulance Service is part of the Ambulnz UK Group. We have over 19 operational bases across England and Wales, and over 800 employees who are providing essential support to the NHS and hospital Trusts. Across our sites we provide patient transport services, secure mental health patient transport, urgent and emergency care.

We are proud to be an established private ambulance provider with a deeply rooted history.

About you:Previous experience in a similar role is essential; however, comprehensive training will be provided, including a recognised FREC3 – QA Level 3 certificate in First Response Emergency Care (RQF) qualification. We are seeking caring and compassionate individuals who are committed to treating patients with dignity and respect, and who will take pride in maintaining the ambulance to a high standard of cleanliness and presentation.

The role involves working as either a single or double crew, and therefore it is a requirement for you to hold a full UK manual driving licence with a minimum of 1 year driving experience and no more than 6 points on your licence. You will be using appropriate manual handling techniques to lift and manoeuvre patients, and therefore need to have a good level of physical fitness.

Excellent company benefits include:

• Trained to a nationally recognised Qualsafe Level 3 First Response Emergency Care (FREC3) qualification
• A rewarding career at a reputable company
• £14.80 per hour with overtime enhancements
• Access to a 'Blue light' card and 'Bright exchange' perks and discounts
• Uniform provided
• Flu vaccination (offered in winter to those who want it)
• Comprehensive Training and Induction Programme including a recognised First Aid at Work Certificate
• A pension scheme
• Local gym membership discount
• Enhanced DBS Check, paid for by the Company
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to 'Wisdom' a physical and mental health wellbeing tracker
• Ability to join our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion group promoting equality and celebrating diversity in our workplace
• Employee Assistance Programme providing 24/7 confidential advice and guidance on matters such as:

o Formal counselling
o Medical information
o Family issues and relationship advice
o Stress and anxiety
o Financial wellbeing
o Legal information

Safeguarding Statement:
Community Ambulance Service is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing our policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately. If successful, this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check. Please note it is a criminal offence to apply for a role in a regulated activity if you are barred from doing so.

Equality & Diversity Statement:
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.