Ambulance Patient Transport Apprentice – 24/7 Shifts

The Methodist Church in Britain; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unsocial hours pay

Support to achieve Level 3 ambulance证

Literacy/numeracy level 2 support

Base near home option

Flexible hours

Job summary

North East Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust is offering an apprenticeship in the Transport Team. It involves moving patients safely and compassionately to and from hospital appointments, clinics and treatment centres, while working toward Level 3 qualifications.

Applicants start with a seven-week pass-or-fail course at Gateshead education centre, and the post runs round the clock. You must hold a full manual driving licence and be able to lift and carry patients daily as part of a 365-day

Qualifications

• Must hold a full manual driving licence with eligibility to drive in the UK
• Customer- or patient-focused environment experience welcome

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely and compassionately to and from hospital appointments, clinics and treatment centres
• Deliver care in line with SOPs and within scope of practice
• Work as a key member of the transport team
• Cover 365-day service including days, nights, weekends and bank holidays
• Complete the initial seven-week training course with practical driving and classroom learning
• Work towards Level 3 certificates in Ambulance Patient Care and Ambulance Driving

Skills

Strong communication

Basic IT knowledge

Education

Three GCSEs (A-C) incl English & Maths

Or equivalent relevant experience

Job description

North East Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust is offering an apprenticeship in the Transport Team. It involves moving patients safely and compassionately to and from hospital appointments, clinics and treatment centres, while working toward Level 3 qualifications.

Applicants start with a seven-week pass-or-fail course at Gateshead education centre, and the post runs round the clock. You must hold a full manual driving licence and be able to lift and carry patients daily as part of a 365-day