Paramedic

North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Up to 33 days annual leave

Training and development opportunities

NHS discounts

Car Lease Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

NHS Mortgages

Childcare Vouchers

Job summary

North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust is seeking a registered Paramedic to work across Cumbria & Lancashire - Fylde Coast. You will provide urgent medical care and patient transport within a busy NHS ambulance Trust, ensuring high-quality care in varied environments, from urban areas to rural settings.

The role requires HCPC registration, completion of IHCD/HE paramedic training or equivalent, and a valid C1 driving licence.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered paramedic required.
• IHCD/HE qualification or equivalent.
• Two-year consolidation of learning programme completed (if appointed after Sept 2016).
• Full C1 driving licence with limited points (3, max 6).
• Identity documents including right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency medical care and transport for patients as part of NWAS services.
• Operate within Trust policies and protocols; ensure patient confidentiality.
• Complete pre-employment checks including driving assessment.

Skills

Communication skills

Written communication

CPD knowledge

Decision making under pressure

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Education

HCPC Registered Paramedic

IHCD Paramedic Training or HE Paramedic qualification

Two-year consolidation of learning programme

Tools

Full C1 driving licence

Job description

North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to providing services which embrace diversity and which promote equality of opportunity. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet our minimum selection criteria at each stage of the selection process. We will not tolerate discrimination on any of the following: gender, marital status, sexual orientation, race, colour, nationality, religion, age, disability, working pattern, caring responsibilities trade union activity or political beliefs-or any other grounds.

At NWAS, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to thrive. Our Anti-racist Statement sets out our commitment to becoming an anti-racist organisation and ensures these principles are embedded throughout our recruitment practices.

Our workforce is currently under-represented by people from black and minority ethnic backgrounds, and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. By building a workforce that better reflects the diverse communities we serve, we can provide the right care, at the right time, in the right place, every time.

The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy early if a large number of applications are received.

Due to the volume of applications received for our advertisements, we will only contact those candidates shortlisted for interview via email; we aim to do this within 4 weeks of the closing date. If you do not receive the email, it will be that you have not been shortlisting on this occasion. When applying for this position, it is essential that you read the job description and person specification fully.

We also offers a range of excellent benefits including

• a pension scheme
• up to 33 days Annual leave (exclusive of bank holidays)
• training and development opportunities
• access to NHS discounts
• Car Lease Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• NHS Mortgages
• Childcare Vouchers

Job overview

Are you a Qualified Paramedic, Are you ambitious, motivated, calm under pressure and be able to display empathy, care and sensitivity in peoples time of need? If so, we are looking for you!

Please note, vacancies for this role will be based out of Cumbria & Lancashire - Fylde Coast

A Great Place to work:

At NWAS we have an unrivalled clinical development pathway. Meaning you’ll have access to fantastic training and development opportunities, including funding for formal academic qualifications and NHS leadership Training. Members of our team have gone on to become senior managers, clinical leaders, consultant paramedics and even CEO – and you can too.
Working on the Fylde Coast, you will apply your clinical skills in a variety of environments, ranging from the busy town to rural villages.

A Great Place to Live:

Happiness – The North West boasts higher standard of living, more to do, cheaper housing and a wealth of history and culture. The Fylde Coast offers a unique blend of coastal scenery and renowned attractions, including Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Blackpool Tower and Blackpool Zoo. The Fylde Coast also benefits from its own microclimate, often bringing beautiful days to enjoy the seaside. With Manchester, Liverpool and the Lake District all around an hour away, Blackpool is ideally placed for exploring both city life and the countryside.

Evidence of completion of a two year consolidation of learning programme in a ambulance trust, if appointed on/after 1st September 2016

We will aim to –

• Close the advert on 10.11.2027 (depending on numbers, advert might close earlier).
• Complete professional discussion & OSCE (Date TBC)
• Sector Allocation preferences will be requested after professional discussion. Once Allocated Sector and Station, changes cannot be made.
• You will need to be available to start your Induction from January 2027
• Provide a 6 week full time training course (2 week clinical, 4 week emergency driving) on commencement of the role.

Working for our organisation

North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust provides 24 hour, 365 days a year accident and emergency services to those in need of emergency medical treatment and transport.

Our highly skilled staff provide life-saving care to patients in the community and take people to hospital or a place of care if needed.
We also provide non-emergency patient transport services for those patients who require non-emergency transport to and from hospital and who are unable to travel unaided because of their medical condition or clinical need.

Alongside the other emergency services, we also work to ensure the safety of the public and treatment of patients in the event of a major incident.

We also deliver the NHS 111 service in the North West. NHS 111 replaced NHS Direct in 2013. This service was introduced to make it easier for people to access local NHS healthcare services in England. It provides non-emergency medical help fast, and is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please ensure you read the Job description and Person Specification attached to the advert in full before applying.

If you’re conditionally offered the role, successful applicants will need to provide the following before they start:

• Proof of certificates for the qualifications detailed on the job specification.
• Driving Licence – Full C1 driving licence with no more than 3 endorsement points. In exceptional circumstances a maximum of 6 points may be considered.Any applicants with a drink driving conviction in the last five years (whether spent or not) will not be considered for the role.
• Identity documents including a right to work document (i.e. UK passport, settlement status or biometric residence permit).
• You will also be required to complete a driving assessment as part of your pre-employment checks.

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Person specification

Qualifications and Education

• Registered Paramedic with the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC)
• Successfully completed an IHCD Paramedic Training Programme or a recognised Higher Education Paramedic qualification.
• Completed two year consolidation of learning programme in an ambulance trust, if appointed on/after 1st September 2016

Knowledge / Experience / Skills and Abilities

• Hold a valid UK Driving License (No more than 3 endorsement points. In exceptional circumstances a maximum of 6 points may be considered)
• C1 Category entitlement
• Good verbal, listening and written communication skills
• Able to communicate across wide demographic boundaries in an appropriate manner, including where there are barriers to understanding
• Displays good interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate the ability and commitment to providing high quality patient care, appropriate to patient needs
• Able to operate all appropriate information systems in an efficient and effective manner relevant to this post
• Able to operate all equipment safely and in accordance with Trust policy, procedures and protocols
• Respects and applies patient confidentiality at all times
• Good organizational skills, is able to identify priority pathways and act effectively under pressure
• Able to produce accurate records in accordance with Trust policy
• Able to assimilate information and skills through training or personal development, and to apply these practically in the working environment
• Able to evidence a commitment to personal quality standards
• Demonstrate relevant appropriate CPD and up to date knowledge
• Ability to analyse facts and situations and demonstrate appropriate decision making

Personal Attributes

• Is self-motivated with ability to work within occupational guidelines
• Displays excellent attention to detail
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