East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Ambulance Support Team Member - Horncastle

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity for an Ambulance Support Team Member based at our Horncastle Ambulance Station and around Lincolnshire. The post holder will carry out ambulance cleaning and preparation duties to set infection control standards and ensure that vehicles are ready to respond to emergencies. The post holder will also be required to drive ambulances and other Trust vehicles between bases as part of their normal duties.

The successful applicant needs to have 2 GCSE's (Grade C or above) or equivalent/provide evidence, which shows an ability to apply knowledge in a structured way. A full driving licence with no more than 3 points for SP30 is required.

This position requires the ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally with good hand eye coordination, work under pressure and meet deadlines. The successful candidate will have to be able to work as part of a team, but also on own initiative. Relevant previous work experience would be an advantage.

We are looking for a self-motivated individual who will help us excel in the service and care given to patients.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity for an Ambulance Support Team Member based at Grimsby Ambulance Station. The post holder will carry out ambulance cleaning and preparation duties to set infection control standards and ensure that vehicles are ready to respond to emergencies. The post holder will also be required to drive ambulances and other Trust vehicles between bases as part of their normal duties.

The successful applicant needs to have 2 GCSE's (Grade C or above) or equivalent/provide evidence, which shows an ability to apply knowledge in a structured way. A full driving licencewith no more than 3 points for SP30 is required.

This position requires the ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally with good hand eye coordination, work under pressure and meet deadlines. The successful candidate will have to be able to work as part of a team, but also on own initiative. Relevant previous work experience would be an advantage.

We are looking for a self-motivated individual who will help us excel in the service and care given to patients.

About us

An exciting opportunity for an Ambulance Support Team Member based at Grimsby Ambulance Station. The post holder will carry out ambulance cleaning and preparation duties to set infection control standards and ensure that vehicles are ready to respond to emergencies. The post holder will also be required to drive ambulances and other Trust vehicles between bases as part of their normal duties.

The successful applicant needs to have 2 GCSE's (Grade C or above) or equivalent/provide evidence, which shows an ability to apply knowledge in a structured way. A full driving licencewith no more than 3 points for SP30 is required.

This position requires the ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally with good hand eye coordination, work under pressure and meet deadlines. The successful candidate will have to be able to work as part of a team, but also on own initiative. Relevant previous work experience would be an advantage.

We are looking for a self-motivated individual who will help us excel in the service and care given to patients.

Details

Date posted

22 March 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year PA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

335-A-1423

Job locations

Horncastle Ambulance Station

Holmes Court, Boston Road Industrial Estate, Holmes Way

Horncastle

LN9 6AW


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for more detailed job description and main responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for more detailed job description and main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • 2 GCSEs (of grade C or above) or equivalent - or evidence which shows an ability to apply knowledge in a structured way
  • Full clean driving licence

Desirable

  • CI Driving Licence preferred but not essential

Experience

Desirable

  • Relevant previous work experience
  • Previous experience of working with emergency ambulances
  • Worked within the NHS

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Demonstrates attention to detail and ability to make clear, accurate and appropriate written records
  • Demonstrates ability to complete forms

Desirable

  • I.T. skills - some keyboard skills and familiarisation with Windows would be desirable
  • Possess knowledge of the work of an ambulance service
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • 2 GCSEs (of grade C or above) or equivalent - or evidence which shows an ability to apply knowledge in a structured way
  • Full clean driving licence

Desirable

  • CI Driving Licence preferred but not essential

Experience

Desirable

  • Relevant previous work experience
  • Previous experience of working with emergency ambulances
  • Worked within the NHS

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Demonstrates attention to detail and ability to make clear, accurate and appropriate written records
  • Demonstrates ability to complete forms

Desirable

  • I.T. skills - some keyboard skills and familiarisation with Windows would be desirable
  • Possess knowledge of the work of an ambulance service

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

East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Address

Horncastle Ambulance Station

Holmes Court, Boston Road Industrial Estate, Holmes Way

Horncastle

LN9 6AW


Employer's website

https://www.emas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Address

Horncastle Ambulance Station

Holmes Court, Boston Road Industrial Estate, Holmes Way

Horncastle

LN9 6AW


Employer's website

https://www.emas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Assistant Head of Fleet Services

Richard Needham

richard.needham@emas.nhs.uk

01773522650

Details

Date posted

22 March 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year PA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

335-A-1423

Job locations

Horncastle Ambulance Station

Holmes Court, Boston Road Industrial Estate, Holmes Way

Horncastle

LN9 6AW


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