Operational Team Leader - Gatwick

South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust; East Horsley; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks an Operational Team Leader with a strong background as a Paramedic at Band 6. Located in Gatwick, the role involves leading operational staff, ensuring high patient care standards, and managing incidents. Candidates must demonstrate problem-solving skills, flexibility, and a commitment to leadership within frontline teams. Join us in delivering essential services in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Benefits

Inclusive employer supporting diversity

Flexible working options

DBS check for all positions

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years as a practicing Experienced Paramedic at Band 6.
• Ability to deliver high levels of patient care and clinical safety.
• Must be over 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective leadership and clinical support for operational teams.
• Manage large-scale and major incidents as an Operational Command duty.
• Support team welfare and personal development.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Flexibility

Organizational Skills

Education

HCPC Registered Paramedic

Job description

Job Overview

OPERATIONAL TEAM LEADER

Salary: Band 7

Locations: Gatwick

We are looking for an experienced and engaged Paramedic to join our operational leadership team at Gatwick.

The successful applicant will be a keen problem solver, a caring individual, and dedicated to providing compassionate leadership to our frontline teams.

To apply, you must have successfully completed a minimum of two years as a practicing Experienced Paramedic at Band 6 by the advert closing date.

You should have the passion and drive to support your team in delivering the highest levels of patient care and clinical safety.

Interviews will take place over two days. If shortlisted, you will be required to attend an EPRR assessment on Monday, 14th July. Successful candidates will then be invited to a second interview on Thursday, 24th July.

Main duties of the job

We seek highly motivated, operationally focused HCPC registered clinicians who wish to develop and lead an effective operational team. This includes ensuring the delivery of clinical and non-clinical KPIs at Gatwick.

Operational Team Leaders will provide effective leadership, clinical and management support for their team, including maintaining welfare, supporting personal development, and reviewing performance.

You will also perform Operational Command duties, including managing large-scale and major incidents.

You will act as a line manager for operational staff, providing support, welfare, and development.

Working for our organisation

This role requires excellent communication skills, flexibility, and a high level of personal organisation to prioritize effectively and handle a range of issues. You should be an excellent problem solver, demonstrating flexibility in adapting to the changing priorities faced by the Trust daily.

The salary noted aligns with the Agenda for Change (AFC) pay scales. Successful applicants will be placed at the bottom of the band unless relevant NHS or equivalent experience can be demonstrated.

Following revisions to national legislation regarding vaccination (Vaccine as a Condition of Deployment), the Trust recommends that new starters in patient-facing roles be appropriately vaccinated unless medically exempt, to protect against COVID-19 exposure.

If successful, you will be asked to disclose your COVID-19 vaccination status, including any exemptions.

All positions require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which may be basic, standard, or enhanced depending on the role. Details will be provided in the conditional offer.

As part of the application, you must declare any unspent or unfiltered convictions. Shortlisted candidates will receive a self-declaration form to complete before the interview. For questions about declarations, contact the Recruitment Advisor listed on the vacancy.

The Trust is committed to being an inclusive employer, supporting diversity, equality, and flexible working. We encourage applications from under-represented groups, including disabled candidates, and guarantee an interview if essential criteria are met.

We support reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities to ensure fair and equitable selection processes.

Please use your passport name on your application and include contact details for referees.

Applicants must be over 18 years old. Many roles involve travel between sites; candidates must have suitable car insurance coverage for business travel.

If an alternative application format is needed, contact [e-mail] with the vacancy reference number.

Include your last three years' employment history in the reference section.

Due to high application volume, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 10 working days of the closing date. Check your Trac Jobs account regularly for updates.

The Trust may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. We recommend applying early.

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Current employees applying successfully will transition to the new terms and conditions of the post. Unsocial hours payments are claimed via your timesheet, as per the Section 2 agreement of Agenda for Change. More details are available on The Zon’s Section 2 page.