Job summary
Fully Qualified Paramedic - CHARU
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 to our CHARU team.
Interview Dates (including driving, OSCE and MCQ Assessment - 29th July, 30th July and 1st August in Brecon.
Please note we are not able to accept applications for BANK for this vacancy.
Stations to include -
Merthyr Tydfil
Newport
Caerphilly
If successful 4 week training will commence 20th October 2025 in Swansea.
Main duties of the job
The Cymru High Acuity Response Unit (CHARU) is a specialised resource operated by a Paramedic or Senior Paramedic who has successfully completed an intensive training program. This program is designed to enhance technical expertise in cardiac arrest management and trauma care, while also introducing essential non-technical skills.
CHARU's primary objective is to coordinate and deliver optimal patient care, provide support in clinical decision-making, and enhance the quality of care during critical incidents.
The unit are equipped with advanced resources, including enhanced analgesia and a mechanical CPR device, which can be deployed in specific situations to improve patient outcomes
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 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 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.
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.
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
- Evidence of being able to work effectively and safely in any unpredictable environment.
- Ability to provide high quality care that is responsive to patient need and changing Human Factors, along with the ability to work autonomously and independently.
- Evidence of the ability to handle conflict and respect others values, religions and opinions
- Evidence of Specialist knowledge and experience across the range of work procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge or significant practical experience in prioritising needs and informed decision making, in the delivery of care, to include, attending High Acuity calls.
- Evidence of the the ability, to work within a team, and independently.
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
- Evidence of being able to work effectively and safely in any unpredictable environment.
- Ability to provide high quality care that is responsive to patient need and changing Human Factors, along with the ability to work autonomously and independently.
- Evidence of the ability to handle conflict and respect others values, religions and opinions
- Evidence of Specialist knowledge and experience across the range of work procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge or significant practical experience in prioritising needs and informed decision making, in the delivery of care, to include, attending High Acuity calls.
- Evidence of the the ability, to work within a team, and independently.
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.
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.
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).
