Job summary
Newly Qualified Paramedic
- NHS Band £27,055 to £32,934.
- Relocation package and support available
- Initial 3-years of sponsorship plus visa costs
Are you a newly qualified Paramedic? Looking for a new challenge and adventure? Want to learn and develop in the NHS?
If yes, we have the role for you here at the South East Coast Ambulance sevice.
An exciting opportunity has arisen with South East Coast Ambulance Service to combine our industry leading Newley Qualified Paramedic programme with our bespoke International Recruitment package. We are keen to hear from Paramedic students who have trained inAustralia, South Africa, New Zealand and Canada.
Successful candidates will be fully supported to move to the UK by our dedicated International Recruitment Team. In addition to this we have developed a one-of-a-kind pastoral care programme where dedicated International Ambassadors will ensure that your adjustment to the UK is as positive and stress free as possible.
From sponsoring your visa application through to meeting you at the airport and helping you set up a UK bank account, we will be with you every step of the way.
For further information, please visit International NQP Guide
Main duties of the job
Once you are here you will complete a comprehensive transition to UK Practice programme before being enrolled in to the NQP (Newly Qualified Paramedic) programme. During this process you are supported and guided to build a e-portfolio whilst working alongside our incredible experienced front-line staff where you will develop your skills and gain valuable experience.
Once you have completed the transition to UK practice programme you will be expected to carry out paramedic duties as part of an operational crew on a rapid response vehicle. You will be working within scope of practice and adhering to protocols, procedures, SOPs and clinical guidelines, seeking appropriate clinical advice and/or support as required.
You will aim to reduce inappropriate demand for emergency services by referring patients to appropriate health and social care agencies in response to emergency/urgent calls not requiring hospital attendance, seeking appropriate clinical advice and support as required.
International NQP applicants must also have the ability to deal with stressful and sensitive situations whilst being highly motivated and enthusiastic.
About us
We offer:
- Starting salary of a Band 5, with the opportunity to progress to a Band 6 experienced Paramedic upon completion of the transition to practice programme and a minimum of 300 hours preceptorship and ongoing CPD training.
- Unsocial hours enhancements (in accordance to NHS Terms & Conditions Agenda for Change Section 2 2021/2022)
- Generous NHS Pension Scheme
- 27 days' annual leave entitlement upon joining the NHS, rising to 29 days after five years of service + 8 bank holidays per year
- Re-location costs including your flight to the UK, HCPC registration, support towards visa application and costs
- UK Driver training programme for emergency driving
- Pastoral care to support you settling in the UK
We have opportunities across our Trust region Including:
- Surrey
- West Sussex
- East Sussex
- Kent
Development Opportunities
- Opportunities to become an Operational Team Leader, Critical Care Paramedic or Paramedic Practitioner in field operations.
- Pathways to work in one of our emergency operation control centres as a 111 Clinical Advisor or an EOC Clinical Supervisor.
- Training opportunities to become part of our Hazardous Area Response Team (HART) or Special Operations Response Team (SORT)
You will need a full driving licence that you can convert to a UK driving licence upon arrival to the UK. We will support you to obtain your C1 licence and provide emergency blue light driver training.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Embarking on your vocation as a Paramedic is exciting. We want to support you through that transition and watch you grow through a tailored programme of personal and professional development. All whilst working within our progressive, innovative and caring Trust, responding to accident, emergency and urgent care requirements of our diverse population.
- Carry out paramedic duties as part of an operational crew, working within scope of practice and adhering to protocols, procedures, SOPs and clinical guidelines, seeking appropriate clinical advice and/or support* as required. *(A person undertaking this role will always have access to clinical advice and support but MUST take clinical advice as dictated by Trust protocol and/or support from an identified source such as a clinical support desk/hub or other Health Care Professional, whenever they consider it may be necessary to deviate from protocols, procedures, SOPs and clinical guidelines).
- Assist in delivering a flexible ambulance service response crossing professional boundaries as necessary and strengthening the delivery of unscheduled care seeking clinical advice and/or support as required
- Ensures a continuous duty of care to patients to the required HCPC Standards of Proficiency and within the scope of practice and competency of this role, ensuring an appropriate level of monitoring and treatment is maintained until the patient is either discharged, referred or transferred on the advice of an experienced paramedic or handed over to the the care of another healthcare professional and agency.
Please see attached detailed job description and person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Embarking on your vocation as a Paramedic is exciting. We want to support you through that transition and watch you grow through a tailored programme of personal and professional development. All whilst working within our progressive, innovative and caring Trust, responding to accident, emergency and urgent care requirements of our diverse population.
- Carry out paramedic duties as part of an operational crew, working within scope of practice and adhering to protocols, procedures, SOPs and clinical guidelines, seeking appropriate clinical advice and/or support* as required. *(A person undertaking this role will always have access to clinical advice and support but MUST take clinical advice as dictated by Trust protocol and/or support from an identified source such as a clinical support desk/hub or other Health Care Professional, whenever they consider it may be necessary to deviate from protocols, procedures, SOPs and clinical guidelines).
- Assist in delivering a flexible ambulance service response crossing professional boundaries as necessary and strengthening the delivery of unscheduled care seeking clinical advice and/or support as required
- Ensures a continuous duty of care to patients to the required HCPC Standards of Proficiency and within the scope of practice and competency of this role, ensuring an appropriate level of monitoring and treatment is maintained until the patient is either discharged, referred or transferred on the advice of an experienced paramedic or handed over to the the care of another healthcare professional and agency.
Please see attached detailed job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Education and Qulalifications
Essential
- Able to meet the requirements of the Knowledge and Skills Framework for their role
- Paramedic Science or equivalent degree
Desirable
- ALS, PHTLS, PHEC or other advanced clinical courses
Skills
Essential
- Hold a valid Driving Licence (No more than 3 endorsement points. In exceptional circumstances a maximum of 6 points may be considered)
- Experience in dealing with a diverse range of people in a customer/patient environment.
- Ability to interact with people from varying cultural backgrounds and social environments.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing in complex, contentious and sensitive situations.
Person Specification
Education and Qulalifications
Essential
- Able to meet the requirements of the Knowledge and Skills Framework for their role
- Paramedic Science or equivalent degree
Desirable
- ALS, PHTLS, PHEC or other advanced clinical courses
Skills
Essential
- Hold a valid Driving Licence (No more than 3 endorsement points. In exceptional circumstances a maximum of 6 points may be considered)
- Experience in dealing with a diverse range of people in a customer/patient environment.
- Ability to interact with people from varying cultural backgrounds and social environments.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing in complex, contentious and sensitive situations.
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).
