About this role
Job summary
Get started with the South Western Ambulance Services in partnership with the King's Trust.
This opportunity is for a three-day career access course based in Exeter, starting on the 11th of June, in partnership with King's Trust.
When someone calls 999, you will be their first point of contact in a medical emergency. Based in our Exeter Control Room, you will listen, assess and respond with care - capturing vital information, offering reassurance and helping ensure every patient gets the right care at the right time.By attending this course, you will:
Learn more about South West Ambulance Service and what we are looking for Learn about the recruitment process Cover sector based awareness, interview skills, cv support and preparation for the assessment day Get additional support through the recruitment process Be guaranteed an assessment space on the 16th of June For more information about this course or the roles on offer, sign up and a member of the team will be in touch.
Requirements to be eligible for this program:
You must be based in the UK and have the right to work You must be 18-30-years-old Please use the link below to find more information on the King's Trust: https://sectors.kingstrust.org.uk/
Main duties of the job
Please refer to the attached 'Full EMD advert' document for full details of this vacancy.
Part-time hours will be considered through a flexible working application which will be reviewed on a case by case basis. For further information, please visit Balancing Patient Care and Employee Well-being (swasft-joinus.co.uk)
Please note that this role is 24/7 365 days a year (including bank holidays, weekends, days, nights etc.) and we work shifts to achieve this.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an assessment centre.
For a further insight to this role, please view the following video https://vimeo.com/742269034/8e60f54da6
Please note, we are recruiting to a holding pool for our next course intakes.
About us
Working for us is an experience like no other. We provide emergency and urgent care, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, operating across the largest ambulance region in England and responding to an average of 2,650 incidents every day.
We remain committed to ensuring that we provide the best possible care for all our patients, which is reflected in our new five-year strategy which has continually improving patient care at its very core.
The role is based in Bristol, a lively yet laid-back city with top class shopping, street food, dynamic events and friendly festivals and excellent national and international transport links.
If you embody our values of one team, compassionate and innovative and are looking to make a real difference to peoples' lives, then we would love to hear from you.
In return we will equip you with the skills and resources you need to thrive in your role.
You will have opportunities to progress to roles across the Trust and enjoy continuous professional development.
Benefits
Competitive NHS salary A standard working week of 37.5 hours Holiday entitlements of 27 days per year, plus general and public holidays, rising to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Pay enhancements for out of hours, shift and overtime working Generous Pension Scheme Career and salary progression Car leasing scheme Free parking across Trust sites Staff networks Wide range of discounts from various organisations across the UK
Job description Job responsibilities
For further information about this role please see attached the job description and person specification attached
Right to work / Certificate of Sponsorship
This role does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under current Home Office regulations. You must have the existing right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.
For further information on visa sponsorship and eligibility, please refer to the UK Government guidance on Skilled Worker visas: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Person Specification
King's Trust requirements Essential
18-30 years old You must be based in the UK and have the right to work
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.
Employer details Employer name South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
Address Exeter EOC
Exeter
EX2 7HY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.swast.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)