West Midlands Ambulance Service University NHS Foundation Trust

NARU Instructor

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to become part of the NARU Education team, the dedicated training team provides ongoing support to the UK ambulance service resilience capabilities.

The post holder will be responsible for the development and delivery of a variety of NARU training including HART Modules 1 to 4, Command, Instructor courses and the deliver (on occasions) to other NHS staff and partner agencies.

NARU seeks dynamic and enthusiastic instructors with relevant and current training experience.

The post holder will work at the NARU Education Centre, located at the Defence CBRN Centre, Winterbourne Gunner, Wiltshire and other locations around the country such as the Fire Service College, Moreton-in-Marsh.

The position is a secondment or fixed term opportunity for twelve months with the opportunity to extend following consultation with the individual, NARU and their trust. There will be a three-month probationary period at the beginning of the secondment.

If you are applying for this post as a secondment from your current Trust

**PLEASE ENSURE YOU RETURN YOUR COMPLETED SECONDMENT APPROVAL FORM TO THE RECRUITMENT TEAM VIA EMAIL AT POINT OF APPLICATION recruitment@wmas.nhs.uk **.

Salary: Subject to negotiation, aiming to match current terms and conditions. To be discussed at interview

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate:

Auditable instructor or trainer qualifications

Experience of instruction / training at a national / regional level

Experience of planning, delivering & assessing practical training sessions / exercises

Experience of working within the emergency services, health, military or adult education (further education or vocational) environment

Proven presentational and written skills

Excellent interpersonal and communications skills

Effective management of time, resources and records

Being an effective team member capable of working within challenging environments and an ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Much of the training will take place in outside locations in all weather conditions. Applicants will be expected to deliver practical training in such conditions and to work varied hours to suit the role. Uniform and equipment will be provided. The majority of NARU courses are residential and the successful candidate will be required to reside on site during delivery of the modules.

Where a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is required for the post, applicants are required to cover the cost of the check. The cost of £42.50 for an enhanced check is payable to our online provider at the time that the DBS application is submitted. Upon receipt of your DBS you will then be required to sign up to the DBS online update service.

About us

West Midlands Ambulance Service positively welcomes diversity and aims to be a truly inclusive place to work. We are looking for self-motivated, enthusiastic people from all backgrounds that care about making a difference.

The Trust is currently under-represented in terms of people from BME backgrounds and welcomes applicants from these communities. Selection will be on a basis of merit. The Trust has achieved the status of a Disability Confident Leader and guarantees to invite to assessment applicants who meet the criteria for the job vacancy. To ensure the diversity of the workforce and understand the differing needs of our communities, the Trust is committed to the principles of Positive Action.

If you wish to discuss and adjustments that you may need for the role of the assessment process prior to your application, then please do not hesitate to contact the recruitment team

The Trust is proud to support our Armed Forces community and have signed up to the Step Into Health initiative. We welcome applications from Armed Forces Veterans and Service leavers.

We do endeavour to respond to all candidates on an individual basis. Therefore we do ask for your co-operation and patience whilst the short listing process takes place. After the closing date please ensure you check your emails (including junk mail) & NHS Jobs account regularly as contact is usually made via this method.

Date posted

26 July 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Secondment

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9217-060-23-24

Job locations

NARU, Defence C B R N Centre

Winterbourne Gunner

Salisbury

SP4 0ES

Job description

Job responsibilities

To deliver effective NARU education modules, both theory and practical.
To assist with research, design and delivery of all aspects of NARU and HART training, including training information sheets, competency development and training packages.
To assist with the administrative functions of NARU and HART training, to ensure that the training is effective.
To assist in the development of additional courses / modules and undertake duties as required by the project and associated work streams.
To evaluate courses, identifying development needs and recommendation for improvements, where appropriate.
To attend and offer subject expertise at meetings (including Technical User Groups)
To work, and develop partnerships, with the wider CBRN/USAR multiagency community related to NARUs training.
To maintain and further develop a high level of subject knowledge, both in training and operations to include Diversity, Health and Safety etc.

9. To be prepared to undertake further training and development appropriate to the role.

10. To be prepared to work away from home with accommodation.

11. To adopt a flexible approach to the working week, this may on occasions involve travelling on weekends.

12. To work within a changing environment, both in terms of training and delivery. To recognise and accept personal development needed to meet this changing environmental demand.

13. To be prepared to undertake further training and development

Job description

Job responsibilities

To deliver effective NARU education modules, both theory and practical.
To assist with research, design and delivery of all aspects of NARU and HART training, including training information sheets, competency development and training packages.
To assist with the administrative functions of NARU and HART training, to ensure that the training is effective.
To assist in the development of additional courses / modules and undertake duties as required by the project and associated work streams.
To evaluate courses, identifying development needs and recommendation for improvements, where appropriate.
To attend and offer subject expertise at meetings (including Technical User Groups)
To work, and develop partnerships, with the wider CBRN/USAR multiagency community related to NARUs training.
To maintain and further develop a high level of subject knowledge, both in training and operations to include Diversity, Health and Safety etc.

9. To be prepared to undertake further training and development appropriate to the role.

10. To be prepared to work away from home with accommodation.

11. To adopt a flexible approach to the working week, this may on occasions involve travelling on weekends.

12. To work within a changing environment, both in terms of training and delivery. To recognise and accept personal development needed to meet this changing environmental demand.

13. To be prepared to undertake further training and development

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

HART Paramedic / Experience in HART Operations
Experience of working in a multiagency environment
Experience in national training and assessing in HART related training

Qualifications

Essential

Recognised and auditable training / instructing qualification (or evidence of working towards such a qualification)
HCPC Registered Paramedic

Desirable

PTLLS or IHCD instructional methods qualification

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

Full UK Driving Licence
Be able to demonstrate current relevant CPD

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

HART Paramedic / Experience in HART Operations
Experience of working in a multiagency environment
Experience in national training and assessing in HART related training

Qualifications

Essential

Recognised and auditable training / instructing qualification (or evidence of working towards such a qualification)
HCPC Registered Paramedic

Desirable

PTLLS or IHCD instructional methods qualification

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

Full UK Driving Licence
Be able to demonstrate current relevant CPD

UK Registration

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

Additional information

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

West Midlands Ambulance Service University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

NARU, Defence C B R N Centre

Winterbourne Gunner

Salisbury

SP4 0ES

Employer's website

https://wmas.nhs.uk/careers-staff-room/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

West Midlands Ambulance Service University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

NARU, Defence C B R N Centre

Winterbourne Gunner

Salisbury

SP4 0ES

Employer's website

https://wmas.nhs.uk/careers-staff-room/ (Opens in a new tab)