Qualified Paramedic - Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Welsh Ambulance NHS Trust

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Job summary

Fully Qualified Paramedics

It has been 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.

We are now looking to appoint fully qualified paramedics. We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates wanting to work within Betsi Cadwaladr health board areas.

Therefore we would love to hear from you if you are:

  • A fully qualified paramedic (external candidate) OR
  • a fully qualified paramedic currently working for us as a bank paramedic and you have maintained your Band 6 competencies and training requirements

Main duties of the job

The Application Process

In order to progress your application, please include why you are keen to join us together with details in relation to:

  • External candidates: your experience and skills for the role
  • WAST bank paramedics: your experience and skills for the role and how you have maintained your Band 6 competencies and training requirements to date
  • Evidence of your Emergency driving qualification in a C1 class vehicle

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 BME communities and disability groups.

We look forward to receiving your application form and hope to be supporting you with your career in the Welsh Ambulance Service in the near future.

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

About us

#RemarkablePeople

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 BME communities and disability groups.

Careers within the Welsh Ambulance Services 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.

All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close a vacancy prior to the closing date if a high number of applications have been received.

Date posted

19 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£35,922 to £43,257 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

020-AHP045-0924

Job locations

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

LL29 9YF


Job description

Job responsibilities

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 ideal for this job; Candidates who speak Welsh and/or English are welcome to apply for this position.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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 ideal for this job; Candidates who speak Welsh and/or English are welcome to apply for this position.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • A recognised Higher Education paramedic qualification (Dip HE) or Successfully completed an approved Paramedic Training Programme.
  • Registered Paramedic with the Health and Care Professionals Council.
  • A recognised Higher Education Paramedic qualification (with recognised equivalent experience).
  • IHCD Advanced Driving Programme 11(D2) (BTEC Level 3 in Emergency Ambulance Driving.

Experience

Essential

  • Significant experience in dealing with complex clinical and environmental situations.
  • Knowledge of current clinical evidence based medicine.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Clinical Governance.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • A recognised Higher Education paramedic qualification (Dip HE) or Successfully completed an approved Paramedic Training Programme.
  • Registered Paramedic with the Health and Care Professionals Council.
  • A recognised Higher Education Paramedic qualification (with recognised equivalent experience).
  • IHCD Advanced Driving Programme 11(D2) (BTEC Level 3 in Emergency Ambulance Driving.

Experience

Essential

  • Significant experience in dealing with complex clinical and environmental situations.
  • Knowledge of current clinical evidence based medicine.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Clinical Governance.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Welsh Ambulance NHS Trust

Address

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

LL29 9YF


Employer's website

https://www.ambulance.wales.nhs.uk/en/5 (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Welsh Ambulance NHS Trust

Address

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

LL29 9YF


Employer's website

https://www.ambulance.wales.nhs.uk/en/5 (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

WAST Recruitment Team

WAST.Recruitment@wales.nhs.uk

Date posted

19 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£35,922 to £43,257 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

020-AHP045-0924

Job locations

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

LL29 9YF


Supporting documents

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