Job summary
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a diverse team, supporting the clinical education programmes for Ambulance Operations in one of the busiest ambulance services in the world.
We are looking for highly motivated, dynamic and innovative HCPC registered practising Paramedic / educators to join our team to inspire new and existing staff, delivering a range of educational programmes.
This post is aimed at qualified tutors who have demonstrable experience teaching and assessing on a range of FutureQuals UK ambulance courses, and in supporting newly qualified graduate paramedics during their foundation practice period.
You will already hold the following qualifications or agreed equivalents.
- Teaching qualification i.e. L5 Diploma in Education/L7 PGCert in Medical and Healthcare Education or equivalent
- Level 3 Assessor qualification (Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement or equivalent)
Candidates who not currently have the required experience or qualifications may be suitable for our Trainee Clinical tutor role which can be applied for separately.
You will be actively involved in promoting best practice across the Trust. Additionally, you will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills to provide pastoral care for students, as well as visible clinical leadership.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will deliver both clinical/technical related education and training. This will take place:
- within education centres in a formal classroom setting or virtual classroom
- within an operational environment where there will be patient interaction.
- on operational vehicles as Paramedics interacting with patients.
- in external environments to support partner education programmes
The post holder will deliver these activities, as scheduled to meet the demands of the agreed training plan, including the monitoring and mentoring of all learner activities.
The post holder will be actively involved in promoting best practise across the service whilst maintaining compliance with local and national policies and standards.
The post holder will have experience across educational and leadership aspects, enabling them to undertake a range of managerial and education duties and provide visible clinical and managerial leadership.
About us
The Clinical Education and Standards department is a diverse team, responsible for all clinical education programmes in the London Ambulance Service. Our team is committed to educational excellence, and we strive for developing, delivering, recording and reporting the very best to ensure the clinical staff of the London Ambulance Service provide the highest patient care.
The Clinical Education and Standards department has moved to brand new specialist education facilities, located at Dockside and Brentford.
As part of our team, you will be encouraged to innovate and advance clinical education. You will be supported to maintain your own clinical and educational expertise, and you will have access to high quality professional development programmes.
Our new centres will provide access to state of the art digital learning, and our portfolio of education programs will ensure a variety of work that both challenges and excites. We are seeking someone ready to lead change in clinical education.
The location you are posted to will be dependent on departmental demand and will be discussed during the recruitment process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will deliver both clinical/technical related education and training. This will take place:o within education centres in a formal classroom setting or virtual classroom.o within an operational environment where there will be patient interaction.o on operational vehicles as Paramedics interacting with patients.o in external environments to support partner education programmes.
The post holder will deliver these activities, as scheduled to meet the demands of the agreed training plan, including the monitoring and mentoring of all learner activities.The post holder will be actively involved in promoting best practise across the service whilst maintaining compliance with local and national policies and standards.Delivering appropriate Emergency Operational services and managerial duties as required by the Clinical Education & Standards Department.
Delivery of effective education and training in line with the departmental Training Plan.Supporting clinical staff in their professional development whilst promoting best practiceacross the service to maintain and improve high standards of patient care.
Maintain personal clinical/technical skills, including requirements for patient contact activity.Responsible for the preparation, planning and delivery of theory and practice based training sessions in accordance with the objectives prescribed within the agreed course programmes.Contribute to stimulating and improving motivation within a team.
Maintain quality assurance within the department by analysing the outcomes from education and training activities delivered locally and proposing amendments at the standardisation meetings.Maintain responsibility for a personal development plan, attending training courses, seminars, meetings or other events as agreed with line Manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will deliver both clinical/technical related education and training. This will take place:o within education centres in a formal classroom setting or virtual classroom.o within an operational environment where there will be patient interaction.o on operational vehicles as Paramedics interacting with patients.o in external environments to support partner education programmes.
The post holder will deliver these activities, as scheduled to meet the demands of the agreed training plan, including the monitoring and mentoring of all learner activities.The post holder will be actively involved in promoting best practise across the service whilst maintaining compliance with local and national policies and standards.Delivering appropriate Emergency Operational services and managerial duties as required by the Clinical Education & Standards Department.
Delivery of effective education and training in line with the departmental Training Plan.Supporting clinical staff in their professional development whilst promoting best practiceacross the service to maintain and improve high standards of patient care.
Maintain personal clinical/technical skills, including requirements for patient contact activity.Responsible for the preparation, planning and delivery of theory and practice based training sessions in accordance with the objectives prescribed within the agreed course programmes.Contribute to stimulating and improving motivation within a team.
Maintain quality assurance within the department by analysing the outcomes from education and training activities delivered locally and proposing amendments at the standardisation meetings.Maintain responsibility for a personal development plan, attending training courses, seminars, meetings or other events as agreed with line Manager.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Accreditations, Education
Essential
- Qualified Ambulance Tutor or equivalent (Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training / PGCEd etc).
- Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA) or equivalent
- Paramedic qualification and HCPC registration
- Educated to degree level or equivalent professional qualification
- A Blue Light Driving qualification
Desirable
- Certificate in Practice Education
Experience
Essential
- Current and practicing and HCPC Registered Paramedic with two years experience
- Experience in teaching / education
- Developing staff within a team context
- Experience of supervising and mentoring staff
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Comprehensive knowledge and experience of operational ambulance duties, work procedures & practice
- Maintain currency with clinical/technical developments, using appropriate reference materials
- Ability to design and adapt training packages using a wide range of information resources, including computer software programmes and digital learning modes.
- Effective people management skills
- Ability to adapt and maintain flexibility within a changing organisation
- The ability to motivate staff in a challenging environment, and the ability to actively promote team working initiatives
- Effective written and oral communication and the ability to network successfully with colleagues in other agencies and emergency services
- Act as a role model by demonstrating commitment & adherence to the Service Vision & Values
Personal Abilities
Essential
- Adhere to the Trust values and behaviours
- Resilient individual with the ability to cope under pressure within a continually changing environment
- Well organised able to prioritise and respond to changing workloads
Person Specification
Qualifications, Accreditations, Education
Essential
- Qualified Ambulance Tutor or equivalent (Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training / PGCEd etc).
- Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA) or equivalent
- Paramedic qualification and HCPC registration
- Educated to degree level or equivalent professional qualification
- A Blue Light Driving qualification
Desirable
- Certificate in Practice Education
Experience
Essential
- Current and practicing and HCPC Registered Paramedic with two years experience
- Experience in teaching / education
- Developing staff within a team context
- Experience of supervising and mentoring staff
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Comprehensive knowledge and experience of operational ambulance duties, work procedures & practice
- Maintain currency with clinical/technical developments, using appropriate reference materials
- Ability to design and adapt training packages using a wide range of information resources, including computer software programmes and digital learning modes.
- Effective people management skills
- Ability to adapt and maintain flexibility within a changing organisation
- The ability to motivate staff in a challenging environment, and the ability to actively promote team working initiatives
- Effective written and oral communication and the ability to network successfully with colleagues in other agencies and emergency services
- Act as a role model by demonstrating commitment & adherence to the Service Vision & Values
Personal Abilities
Essential
- Adhere to the Trust values and behaviours
- Resilient individual with the ability to cope under pressure within a continually changing environment
- Well organised able to prioritise and respond to changing workloads
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).
