Community First Responder- Sussex

South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust; Crawley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate individuals to join as Community First Responders. This rewarding volunteer role allows you to make a significant impact in your community by providing emergency care during critical situations. You will receive comprehensive training, including a Level 3 First Responder on Scene qualification, and ongoing support from your local team. With a commitment of at least 20 hours a month over two years, you can contribute to saving lives while also opening pathways to a potential career in ambulance services. Join a dedicated team and be the difference in your community!

Benefits

Comprehensive Training

Volunteer to Career Pathway

Ongoing Support from Local Team

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid UK driving license.
• Commit to a minimum 2-year volunteering period with at least 20 hours/month.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency care and reassurance until ambulance arrival.
• Support SECAmb as part of a voluntary team, often first on scene.

Skills

Effective Communication

Teamwork

Compassion

First Aid Skills

Education

Good Education Level

Job description

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Community First Responder (CFR) Sussex Voluntary

Do you want to make a difference in your community, learn new skills, and be part of a team of volunteers who give up their time to save lives?

South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SECAmb) offers an exciting opportunity for caring, compassionate community members to become volunteer Community First Responders (CFR). Upon successful completion of training, you will receive a Level 3 First Responder on Scene (FROS) qualification accredited by Future Quals, which exceeds the requirements of the Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work and is applicable where that certificate is needed.

SECAmb services Surrey, Sussex, and Kent, covering 3,500 square miles and a population of 4.2 million; handling over 500,000 emergency calls annually. We aim to be a patient-centered, high-performing, efficient, and clinically led organization that meets the needs of patients and the public, now and in the future.

Community First Responders have significantly impacted many lives. By joining as a CFR, you would support SECAmb as part of a voluntary team, often being first on scene with seriously ill patients, including cardiac arrests, in your local area.

You should be an effective communicator, a team player, and demonstrate sensitivity and caring disposition to support people during difficult times. You will provide emergency care and reassurance until ambulance arrival, making this a highly rewarding role. You will receive comprehensive, up-to-date training and ongoing support from SECAmb and your local team.

Post-interview, you will connect with your local CFR team leader before attending the FROS course.

We offer a Volunteer to Career pathway, providing guaranteed interviews for paid roles within the Trust if you meet the criteria and wish to pursue a career in ambulance services.

Please include the following in your supporting information:

• Why do you want to be a Community First Responder with SECAmb?
• What strengths and talents can you offer?
• Do you hold a category B driving license with no more than 3 points?
• What is your hometown?
• Are you able to commit to a 2-year volunteering period with at least 20 hours per month?

Training Dates: September 13th, 14th, 27th, 28th

Location: SECAmb Crawley HQ

Interview Date: Saturday, 31st May 2025

We Are Looking For People Who:

• Display kindness and compassion
• Have a good education and fitness level
• Want to positively impact their community
• Can volunteer at least 20 hours/month
• Can commit to a minimum 2-year term
• May wish to pursue a future career in ambulance services through our pathway

Applicants Must:

• Uphold SECAmb’s values
• Be at least 18 years old
• Hold a valid UK full driving license for at least one year with no more than 3 penalty points
• Have access to a suitable vehicle with current tax, MOT, and insurance
• Attend monthly local training and annual assessments
• Attend the interview and all training days
• Volunteer for at least 2 years

For more details or informal visits, contact:

Name: Archana Shettigar
Job title: Recruitment Advisor
Email: [e-mail]