Job summary
Is it time to take the next step into a role where you'll genuinely make a difference every time you come to work?
Then our Emergency Care Assistant role could be the role for you.
Imagine a large tree has fallen on a child and they're trapped, screaming and helpless unable to move, or someone's friend collapses and they're no longer breathing, a train crash with multiple casualties or someone on the edge of a bridge threatening to take their own life.
As an Emergency Care Assistant (ECA) you'll work alongside clinicians responding to 999 calls attending every kind of accident and emergency, sometimes covering considerable distances, under normal and emergency driving conditions to get to the scene as quickly and as safely as possible.
No two shifts will be the same, you might be called out to a road accident victim with multiple severe injuries or to someone who has had a heart attack in a busy shopping centre, you could even be transferring a very sick baby to a specialist centre or dealing with an elderly person who's fallen down the stairs.
We are recruiting in the following stations ONLY, these include.
- Milton Keynes
- Stoke Mandeville
- High Wycombe
- Wexham
- Adderbury
- Kidlington
- Oxford
- Didcot
- Newbury
- Bracknell
- Alton
- Andover
- Basingstoke
- Whitchurch
- North Harbour
- Petersfield
- Nursling
- Hightown
Please be aware there are stations with limited availability & our current vacancies at these stations are subject to change.
Main duties of the job
Emergency Care Assistants (ECA) work in a challenging but rewarding role that provides essential support to our qualified clinical practitioners in responding to Accidents, Emergencies and Urgent Care requirements of the public.
We are looking for people who can demonstrate our values of Caring - Teamwork - Professionalism and Innovation in all they do, so if you have experience of remaining calm under pressure, can demonstrate your caring and compassionate nature and don't mind working shifts, then we want to hear from you now!
This is going to be a competitive process and we strongly advise you to review the following link with detailed instructions on how to apply for the role Application process - SCAS Jobs
You must be able to commit to the 10-week training programme which consists of a full corporate induction, 5 weeks of clinical training which includes basic life support skills, moving and handling and assisting the Paramedic and a 4-week driver training course including Blue Light conditions. Our training can take place from either Bicester or Whiteley starting in April or May (Training is non-residential, we do not provide mileage or accommodation during your training period).
Once you have successfully completed your training, you will continue on to a six month operationally monitored assessment-training programme, which is monitored locally by your Team Leader.
About us
Benefits we offer:
- Full training and support when you join and ongoing throughout your employment with us.
- Holiday entitlement is 27 days rising to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years, plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time).
- Enrolment into the NHS Pension Scheme.
- Access to continual professional development and opportunities within SCAS and the NHS.
- Occupational Health support along with an Employee Assistance Programme.
- NHS Discounts in over 200+ stores including Holidays, Days out, Car insurance, Restaurants and Clothing.
- Staff networking and support groups.
About Us
South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of emergency, urgent care and non-emergency healthcare services, along with commercial logistics services.
The Trust delivers most of these services to the populations of Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire and Oxfordshire as well as non-emergency patient transport services in Surrey and Sussex.
We serve a population of over 7 million and answer over 500,000 urgent calls a year. We employ 4,551 staff who, together with over 1,100 volunteers, enable us to operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
In SCAS, we know that colleagues who are cared for and valued are enabled to provide the right care, first time, every time. That is why we strive to foster a culture that balances fairness, compassion, learning and accountability; a 'just and learning culture'.
Job description
Job responsibilities
It is important that you read through the job description & person specification for the role before completing your application, you can find these attached.
Any applicants stationed at either Wexham or Bracknell will receive 5% High Cost Allowance (Fringe).
Detailed information regarding the criteria required for an Emergency Care Assistant is available within the Job Description and Person Specification, however, some of the essential criteria are:
- Valid UK full B category driving licence and full manual C1 category licence with no more than 3 penalty points. Applications will be accepted with a provisional C1 licence but a full manual C1 category licence must be obtained 6 weeks prior to commencement of training.
- 3 GCSEs at Grade C (4) or above including English and Maths or equivalent qualification. If you can demonstrate experience equivalent to this level of qualification, particularly where this is combined with experience in a similar healthcare or caring role, may also be considered.
Please note original qualification certificates will be required, if you dont have copies of these, you will need to request replacement certificates by visiting: gov.uk/replacement-exam-certificate.
An FAQ document can be found attached below within the documents to download section.
Applicants must be able to complete an interview which will be conducted via Teams, and you will need to undertake a Pre-employment fitness assessment.
Applicants that dont demonstrate how they meet the Person Specification within their application will not be shortlisted.
Please ensure you demonstrate how you already embrace our values in your current/previous employments or educational settings within your application.
Your supporting information is your chance to articulate why you want to work within the Emergency Care assistant role, and why we should be shortlisting you.
Top tips:
- Review all person specifications both essential & desirable.
- Fully consider the job you are applying for; what skills/abilities you have to offer, working in a front-line operational setting is extremely rewarding but it can also be both physically & mentally challenging.
- Demonstrate your work journey & why this is the right next step for you.
- Carefully read through your application before submitting.
We will close the advert as soon as we reach the required number of applications so dont delay apply now!
Job description
Job responsibilities
It is important that you read through the job description & person specification for the role before completing your application, you can find these attached.
Any applicants stationed at either Wexham or Bracknell will receive 5% High Cost Allowance (Fringe).
Detailed information regarding the criteria required for an Emergency Care Assistant is available within the Job Description and Person Specification, however, some of the essential criteria are:
- Valid UK full B category driving licence and full manual C1 category licence with no more than 3 penalty points. Applications will be accepted with a provisional C1 licence but a full manual C1 category licence must be obtained 6 weeks prior to commencement of training.
- 3 GCSEs at Grade C (4) or above including English and Maths or equivalent qualification. If you can demonstrate experience equivalent to this level of qualification, particularly where this is combined with experience in a similar healthcare or caring role, may also be considered.
Please note original qualification certificates will be required, if you dont have copies of these, you will need to request replacement certificates by visiting: gov.uk/replacement-exam-certificate.
An FAQ document can be found attached below within the documents to download section.
Applicants must be able to complete an interview which will be conducted via Teams, and you will need to undertake a Pre-employment fitness assessment.
Applicants that dont demonstrate how they meet the Person Specification within their application will not be shortlisted.
Please ensure you demonstrate how you already embrace our values in your current/previous employments or educational settings within your application.
Your supporting information is your chance to articulate why you want to work within the Emergency Care assistant role, and why we should be shortlisting you.
Top tips:
- Review all person specifications both essential & desirable.
- Fully consider the job you are applying for; what skills/abilities you have to offer, working in a front-line operational setting is extremely rewarding but it can also be both physically & mentally challenging.
- Demonstrate your work journey & why this is the right next step for you.
- Carefully read through your application before submitting.
We will close the advert as soon as we reach the required number of applications so dont delay apply now!
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Full UK manual Driving Licence and C1 (provisional accepted at the time of application - must have 'full' C1 prior to starting in position if successful).
- 3 GCSEs at grade C (4) or above including English and Maths, or equivalent qualification. Functional and Key Skills level 2* will also be accepted.
- Applicants who can demonstrate relevant experience equivalent to this level of qualification, particularly where this is combined with experience in a similar healthcare or caring role, may also be considered e.g. Police Officer, Firefighter or Dental Nurse.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Full UK manual Driving Licence and C1 (provisional accepted at the time of application - must have 'full' C1 prior to starting in position if successful).
- 3 GCSEs at grade C (4) or above including English and Maths, or equivalent qualification. Functional and Key Skills level 2* will also be accepted.
- Applicants who can demonstrate relevant experience equivalent to this level of qualification, particularly where this is combined with experience in a similar healthcare or caring role, may also be considered e.g. Police Officer, Firefighter or Dental Nurse.
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 Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Berkshire, Hampshire, Buckinghamshire & Oxfordshire
Berkshire, Hampshire, Buckinghamshire & Oxfordshire
OX26 6HR
Employer's website
https://scasjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
