Trainee Emergency Medical Technician (TEMT) - BCU and North Powys

NHS; Tywyn, Dolgellau, Machynlleth, Barmouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Wales is looking for a Trainee Emergency Medical Technician to join their team. The role involves responding to emergency calls, providing urgent care, and supporting local communities. Successful candidates will receive comprehensive training and must have a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. A driving licence and relevant qualifications are required. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives, serving areas including Barmouth and Tywyn.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Diploma or equivalent in relevant subjects.
• Current UK driving licence for Class C1/D1 with a maximum of 3 penalty points.
• Knowledge of geographical area served.

Responsibilities

• Respond to 999 calls and provide emergency medical care.
• Drive responsibly and maintain Trust ambulance standards.
• Support patients in critical moments during emergencies.

Skills

Good verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Application of Number and Communication or equivalent

5 GCSEs at grade C or above

Job description

Trainee Emergency Medical Technician (TEMT) - BCU and North Powys

An exciting time at Welsh Ambulance Services NHS Trust as we continue our journey of "Being our Best", and our mission to provide world-class patient care.

Do you want to make a real difference in people’s lives? We’re looking for committed individuals to join our frontline emergency medical team and help deliver vital services where they matter most. If you live in or can easily commute to work within the Barmouth, Dolgellau, Machynlleth, or Tywyn areas, we’d love to hear from you. We are passionate about promoting employment opportunities for our local communities and those who share our vision and want to be part of our team in rural Wales, please do get in touch.

As a Trainee EMT, you’ll receive comprehensive training to equip you with the skills and confidence to respond to 999 calls, provide urgent care, and support patients in critical moments. This is a unique opportunity to join the Welsh Ambulance Service and serve the communities you know and love.

The Application Process

This advert is part of a long‑term recruitment campaign. We are only engaging with candidates who are interested in working in Barmouth, Dolgellau, Machynlleth and Tywyn. If you’re looking to serve your local community and start your EMT journey in mid‑2026, we want to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

The post holder is a professional who works in the specialised area of pre‑hospital emergency care and is employed to respond to and deal with cases arising from 999 calls received from members of the public and doctor’s emergencies, urgent calls, inter‑hospital transfers and other allocated details.

The post‑holder is required to comply fully with Trust operational arrangements and clinical guidelines and procedures, to respond promptly to instructions from Clinical Contact Centre (CCC) and senior staff, and to help provide an appropriate level of care and treatment to patients which is caring and within the post‑holder's level of training and competency. In addition, the post‑holder is required to drive safely and be responsible for the proper use of a Trust ambulance or other vehicle, and will normally work with a Trust fully qualified Emergency Medical Technician or fully qualified Paramedic, but may work alone at times as the need arises.

When working with a colleague who is less clinically qualified or less experienced, the post holder will be expected to provide appropriate guidance and instruction as necessary. Duties must be carried out in accordance with all relevant Trust operational and clinical policies, guidelines and procedures, with particular reference to those relating to clinical governance and clinical performance, and the Trust’s Code of Conduct and Standards of Professional Behaviour.

About us

Our workforce is made up of over 4,000 remarkable people who contribute to the delivery of world‑class patient care across Wales, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Whether you work in a patient‑facing role or within our range of support services, the work that you do enables us to provide high quality care, wherever and whenever we’re needed.

The Trust recognises the need for its workforce to represent the diversity of the population it serves across the whole of Wales and seeks to create an environment where diversity is celebrated and inclusivity matters. We are also keen to break down any barriers into the Trust, and would encourage applications from under‑represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ communities and disability groups.

Careers within the Welsh Ambulance Services University NHS Trust are diverse and varied, with opportunities arising right across the service. Whatever your skills and background, you’re sure to find a career with us which is fulfilling, challenging and rewarding.

In line with the Trust’s Starting Salary Procedure, all applicants will start at the bottom of the band for the position applied for, but can apply for a higher salary if they have previous experience relevant to the position.

Job responsibilities

• Please note qualifications need to cover a level 2 Diploma including Essential/Key/Core Skills at Level 2 in Application of Number and Communication or 5 GCSEs at grade C or above including Mathematics/Numeracy, English/Welsh and combined Sciences or any single science.
• C1 Category on your driving licence is essential and the licence must have no more than 3 penalty points and no previous convictions for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol in order to progress to the driving assessment.

You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

• Level 2 (L2) Diploma including Essential/Key/Core Skills at L2 in Application of Number and Communication; or Level3 (L3) Ambulance Care Assistant qualification and standalone Essential/Key/Core Skills at L2 in Application of Numeracy and Communication; or 5 GCSEs at grade C or above including Mathematics/Numeracy, English/Welsh and combined Sciences or any single science; or Pearson BTEC L3 Ambulance Aid or IHCD Ambulance Aid (legacy)
• Current UK driving licence for Class C1/D1 with a maximum of 3 current endorsement points, and no convictions for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
• Knowledge of geographical area served
• Knowledge of working practices of Hospital A&E departments

Other

• Willing and able to work shifts

Experience

• Experience of coping with difficult situations and dealing with people in sensitive, distressing, traumatic and potentially hostile & dangerous circumstances
• Trust policies and procedures on Operational matters, clinical governance, and performance
• Trust Code of Conduct and Standards of Professional Behaviour

Skills and Attributes

• Good verbal and written communication skills, able to convey information well and complete all necessary documentation accurately and legibly
• Ability to use electronic devices such as iPad, smart phone and Basic Digital Literacy Skills.
• Able to work well as a member of a team.
• Self‑disciplined, able to work on own initiative with minimum supervision in line with their scope of practice.
• Good interpersonal skills, able to handle sensitive situations particularly in a professional, tactful and assertive manner where necessary.
• Logical thinking approach to problem solving.
• Able to work well under pressure, assimilate information quickly and make good decisions on diagnosis and treatment.
• Good physical co‑ordination and manual dexterity particularly in difficult and cramped environments and where the patient’s condition is time critical, and speed and accuracy is essential.
• Ability to speak Welsh – Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh

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.