Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join the First Responder Department (FRD) as a non-clinical Associate Community Resuscitation Trainer (ACRT).
You will promote and support the delivery of the Trust's London Lifesaver Strategy to reduce health inequalities and improve out of hospital cardiac arrest survival.
You will be undertaking London Lifesaver training working alongside our clinical CRTs supporting our volunteers, Heart Starters and schools programme.
You will be working alongside our CRT's to conduct training sessions and events in a range of non-classroom settings (e.g. commercial companies, sports centres, community centres) using a variety of presentational aids to diverse audiences, including large groups in line with the Resuscitation Council (UK) guidelines.
You will be assisting to support the delivery accredited awards, championing best practices and upholding the Trust's Values and Behaviours to improve high standards of patient care.
Main duties of the job
- The Associate Community Resuscitation Trainer (ACRT) will be responsible for teaching a number of high-quality lifesaving programmes to the public across London.
- They will drive the development of community resuscitation, heart health and public access defibrillation initiatives across the capital to maximise impact in community resuscitation and increase the chances of survival from an out of hospital cardiac arrest. The ACRT will deliver training across all our current London Lifesaving programs including leading on projects.
- The ACRT will work closely with all our volunteers supporting, training and developing CPD strategies.
- The ACRT will actively promote the work of the First Responder Department and play a major role in promoting the LAS to external agencies.
- Post holders will be involved in seeking out new work, planning and implementing new training courses and initiatives.
- The ACRT will be involved in all areas of work pertaining to the trusts strategy in improving out of hospital cardiac arrest survival.
About us
Our strategy 2023-2028 outlines how we plan to achieve this, and is centred upon three missions focused on:
- Our care- delivering outstanding emergency and urgent care whenever and wherever needed.
- Our organisation- being an increasingly inclusive, well-led and highly skilled organisation people are proud to work for.
- Our London- using our unique pan-London position to contribute to improving the health of the capital.
To achieve these three missions we have set ourselves 50 commitments to deliver over the next five years. In developing these ambitious commitments, we have engaged extensively both inside our organisation, with our partners and with our patients, and we have analysed population trends and horizon scanned the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applicants are advised to read all the information enclosed in the advert before completing an application.
For further details of main responsibilities, please see attached job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applicants are advised to read all the information enclosed in the advert before completing an application.
For further details of main responsibilities, please see attached job description.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Accreditations, Education
Essential
- Hold a full UK driving licence with a maximum of 3 penalty points
- Hold or be willing to undertake the FAQ Level 3 Award for First Responders on Scene: Ambulance Service Co-Responder qualification
- Formal education including English and Maths at C and above
- First aid at work or similar qualification (FREC, RQF)
Desirable
- Minimum Level 3 AET qualification
- CAVA or equivalent assessing qualification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working within NHS and or volunteer sector
- Experience of teaching a wide range of people with varying skills and attributes
- Experience of developing, supporting and motivating individuals and a team in a similar working environment.
- Experience of teaching in the community
- Knowledge of Ambulance Services and volunteer sector
- , supporting and motivating individuals and a team in a similar working environment.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Be physically fit with the ability to transport display materials and teaching aids to various locations requiring some heavy lifting.
- Ability to adapt and maintain flexibility within a changing environment and the ability to actively promote team working initiatives.
- Ability to manage own time and work under pressure.
- Sound knowledge of Microsoft office software packages
- Act as a role model by demonstrating commitment and adherence to service values and behaviours
- Ability to maintain a high level of concentration whilst delivering practical and theoretical sessions to ensure that all learners correctly assimilate knowledge and practical skills.
Personal Abilities
Essential
- Prepared to work flexible hours (a shift pattern where appropriate) which includes work outside of normal hours and to travel within the area served by LAS.
- Currently able to drive a vehicle and use public transport where necessary.
- Evidence of reliability
- No current or pending disciplinary sanctions
Person Specification
Qualifications, Accreditations, Education
Essential
- Hold a full UK driving licence with a maximum of 3 penalty points
- Hold or be willing to undertake the FAQ Level 3 Award for First Responders on Scene: Ambulance Service Co-Responder qualification
- Formal education including English and Maths at C and above
- First aid at work or similar qualification (FREC, RQF)
Desirable
- Minimum Level 3 AET qualification
- CAVA or equivalent assessing qualification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working within NHS and or volunteer sector
- Experience of teaching a wide range of people with varying skills and attributes
- Experience of developing, supporting and motivating individuals and a team in a similar working environment.
- Experience of teaching in the community
- Knowledge of Ambulance Services and volunteer sector
- , supporting and motivating individuals and a team in a similar working environment.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Be physically fit with the ability to transport display materials and teaching aids to various locations requiring some heavy lifting.
- Ability to adapt and maintain flexibility within a changing environment and the ability to actively promote team working initiatives.
- Ability to manage own time and work under pressure.
- Sound knowledge of Microsoft office software packages
- Act as a role model by demonstrating commitment and adherence to service values and behaviours
- Ability to maintain a high level of concentration whilst delivering practical and theoretical sessions to ensure that all learners correctly assimilate knowledge and practical skills.
Personal Abilities
Essential
- Prepared to work flexible hours (a shift pattern where appropriate) which includes work outside of normal hours and to travel within the area served by LAS.
- Currently able to drive a vehicle and use public transport where necessary.
- Evidence of reliability
- No current or pending disciplinary sanctions
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.
