Assistant Ambulance Practitioner

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Greater London is looking for Assistant Ambulance Practitioners (Apprentices). This role offers a pathway to a Qualified Paramedic while allowing you to earn as you learn. Ideal candidates will deliver emergency care, undergo training, and must possess a relevant English & Maths qualification along with a provisional C1 driving licence. Benefits include competitive annual leave and welfare support, promoting a diverse work environment. Starting salary is £32,199 inclusive of Outer London HCAS.

Benefits

Competitive annual leave package

Funding for C1 driving test

Access to welfare support

Car Lease Scheme

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure.
• Must have a B class driving licence valid in the UK.
• Experience of working with diverse groups is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver emergency and urgent care to patients.
• Assess and treat patients on-site or refer them accordingly.
• Participate in clinical training and follow guidelines.

Skills

Effective communication

Stress management

Flexibility

Basic computer skills

Education

Relevant English & Maths Qualification

Tools

C1 driving licence (provisional)

Job description

Assistant Ambulance Practitioner (Apprentice)

We are recruiting now for Assistant Ambulance Practitioners to work across London on our award winning apprenticeship programme!

Would you like to become a Qualified Paramedic? without all the costs involved in going to University? If so, the Assistant Ambulance Practitioner role could be for you!

The Assistant Ambulance Practitioner (AAP) apprenticeship is an entry level role that allows you to learn at your own pace whilst carving out a career pathway that could see you qualifying as a paramedic in just a few short years, not only giving you a unique insight into the role, but will avoid costly university fees and even better, earning as you learn.

As an AAP you will deliver emergency and urgent care to a wide range of patients. Where appropriate, you will assess and treat patients at the point of contact or refer them onto another healthcare provider in conjunction with other ambulance clinicians. When necessary you will convey them to treatment centres, hospitals and emergency departments, according to their needs.

To succeed in this role you will need to demonstrate your ability to work and communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, handle stressful situations, be flexible in your approach and have basic computer skills. In addition you will be required to demonstrate in your application and at interview how you meet the Trust values and behaviours.

Main duties of the job

As an AAP apprentice you will undertake a 58 week Level 3 Ambulance Support Worker Apprenticeship Standard. This includes an initial 13 week training programme provided by our Clinical Education and Standards team based in Dockside (E16) or Brentford (TW8). This is then followed by a further 45 weeks of clinical practice, working on the road as part of an ambulance crew where, you will be supported by experienced clinicians and Tutors / Managers, whilst based at one of our ambulance stations across London.

On successful completion of your training, you will be supported to complete your Apprenticeship End Point Assessment and then receive:

• Level 3 Diploma in Ambulance Emergency and Urgent Care Support
• Level 3 Certificate in Emergency Response Ambulance Driving
• Apprenticeship Completion Certificate from the Institute for Apprenticeships & Technical Education

Please note London Ambulance Service funds all training.

Other essential and desirable criteria can be found on the Job Description.

About us

Once employed by the London Ambulance Service as an Assistant Ambulance Practitioner, you will have the opportunity to progress in your career via our in-house training programme to become a Newly Qualified Paramedic via our Paramedic Degree Apprenticeship:

• Stage 3 - Paramedic Degree Apprenticeship - leading to Newly Qualified Paramedic

Benefits to working for London Ambulance Service:

• Competitive annual leave package
• Funding for C1 theory & practical test
• Access to comprehensive welfare support
• Working for a diverse organisation
• Car Lease Scheme

Job responsibilities

Starting salary: £32,199 inclusive of Outer London High Cost Area Supplement (HCAS). Both of our Education Centres are based in Outer London. After training, salary will be £32,199 if posted Outer London, £33,094 if posted Inner London inclusive of HCAS.

What we can offer:As an AAP you will be working with an established and experienced team. You will gain hands‑on experience meeting and treating a diverse range of patients. Training and continued professional development will also further enhance your clinical skills.

Job Description

All applicants need to have a current B class driving licence, valid in the UK & hold Provisional C1 license status. (Allows you to drive vehicles up to 7.5 tonnes)

All applicants need to be aged 18 years + (in line with legislation).

Please note you must hold:

• Relevant English & Maths Qualification, please refer to attached qualification list
• Full or Provisional C1 driving licence at the time of application

After submission of your application we will request evidence of qualification and driving license summary.

We also provide another pathway to our Assistant Ambulance Practitioner Apprenticeship programme. You can guarantee yourself an interview by successfully completing the three-week Our London Ambulance Service Inclusive Response (OLIR) programme. If you're over 18, reside in London, currently unemployed and in receipt of benefits, hold a full driver's license, and have achieved GCSEs grade A-C /4-9 or Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths, seize this opportunity now by applying at Our LAS Inclusive Response Programme - London Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Further information about the programme can be found on the attached OLIR brochure.

We are currently only posting new Assistant Ambulance Practitioners to stations across North-West, North and East London. The Trust has a transfer register and will move staff to other stations as and when vacancies become available.

Person Specification

Education

• Must hold qualification to be eligible for an AAP Apprenticeship programme, please see advert attachment for list of acceptable qualifications

Driving

• Must hold a full licence, valid in the UK with no more than 3 points. Must also hold a C1 provisional category
• No previous convictions for driving under the influence of alcohol / drugs
• Full C1 Category is an advantage

Experience

• GuidanceScore Demonstrable ability to handle stressful/sensitive situations with tact, diplomacy and assertiveness
• Demonstrable ability to work on own initiative
• Potential and willingness for personal change with the ability and commitment to learn new skills
• Ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds
• Knowledge of Health and Safety issues

Personal Abilities

• Understanding of the nature of the work involved and the London Ambulance Service NHS Trust (LAS)
• Must be able to undertake rotating shifts covering 24 hours a day, including shift changes at short notice in line with the current arrangements
• Understand the need for service policies and procedures

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

308-AAP-01-26

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