Resuscitation Officer

PENNINE CARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks a dynamic Resuscitation Officer to deliver high-standard resuscitation training and support during crises. Ideal candidates will be registered nurses, paramedics, or ODPs with a passion for clinical excellence and teamwork. The role blends hands-on training and administrative duties, fostering a culture of excellence in patient care. Flexible working across multiple sites is required.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Flexible working opportunities

Access to Continued Professional Development

Health and Wellbeing activities

Qualifications

• Passionate about clinical excellence and improving patient outcomes.
• Experience in resuscitation or critical care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver resuscitation training in adult and pediatric life support.
• Support clinical teams during emergencies.
• Ensure compliance with national standards in resuscitation practices.

Skills

Leadership in resuscitation training

Experience in emergency response

Collaboration with clinical teams

Ability to manage cardiac arrest situations

Flexibility to work across sites

Education

Registered ODP, Paramedic, or Nurse

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Resuscitation Officer to join our team at Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust. We are a forward‑thinking, friendly, and supportive team, committed to compassionate care and staff development, with a range of learning opportunities available.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver high‑standard resuscitation training in both adult and paediatric life support at basic and immediate levels across the Trust.
• Support clinical teams during and after emergencies and play a key role in Trust‑wide initiatives to enhance resuscitation practices and equipment governance.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure outstanding patient care, education, and service delivery, in line with national standards and professional codes of practice.
• The post involves a balance of training (50%) and administrative, clinical, audit, incident investigation, and equipment management (50%).
• Provide leadership, education, and support to multidisciplinary teams, fostering a culture of excellence in a quality learning environment.
• Work collaboratively to ensure effective resuscitation training and optimal use of resources and equipment.
• Support the operational delivery of the governance assurance framework, ensuring all training and services meet the highest organisational and national standards.
• Demonstrate expertise in resuscitation practice and education, maintaining accountability for the quality of training and life support provided.
• Act as a clinical expert and role model, offering education and support to all staff.
• Support Trust‑wide initiatives on resuscitation equipment governance and cardiac arrest reduction.

Sponsorship Information

We are an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications. Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship. You can review the list of eligible role and requirements on the government website.

After You Apply

Once your application is submitted, you'll receive updates via email. Shortlisting is based on how well you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, and invitations will be sent by email.

If You're Offered the Role

If successful, the hiring manager will contact you directly with a verbal offer. They will then notify the Recruitment Team and submit the necessary paperwork. You'll receive a formal conditional offer via email.

Pre‑Employment Checks

To confirm your suitability for the role, we will carry out pre‑employment checks in line with NHS Employment Check Standards. These include:

• Identity verification
• Right to work check
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)/Criminal record check (dependent on role)
• Professional registration and/or qualification check
• Occupational health assessment
• Employment history and reference validation

All applicants external to Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust will be required to provide their HMRC employment history to cover the most recent three years employment. This information will be used to validate employment history and references.

If you require sponsorship, we will assess your eligibility based on current government guidance. If the role is not eligible and you cannot demonstrate your right to work, your conditional offer may be withdrawn.

Once Checks Are Complete

The Recruitment Team will coordinate with you and the hiring manager to confirm a start date. You'll be booked onto a Trust Welcome Session and receive your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions.

Additional Information

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to help us grow, innovate, and improve.

If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.

If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us on 0161 716 3181 as early as possible so we can support you.

Please note:

• We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies. Hiring managers should not be contacted directly.
• We may close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. To ensure your application is considered, please apply as soon as possible.

What You Bring

Kind, Fair, Ingenious and Determined then we want you to come and join our #PennineCarePeople,

• You are passionate about clinical excellence and making a real difference to patient outcomes.
• You are a registered ODP, Paramedic or Nurse.
• You have experience in resuscitation or critical care, with the ability to attend and manage cardiac arrest situations and medical emergencies on mental health inpatient wards.

Additional Information:

• The role requires flexibility to work across all Trust sites and the ability to work both independently and as part of a close‑knit team under pressure.

Our Vision and Culture

Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our #PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work.

All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.

Benefits

We will offer a range of benefits and opportunities, including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff.
• Flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance.
• Access to Continued Professional Development.
• Involvement in improvement and research activities.
• Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service.
• Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel.