Job summary
This exciting new role of Paramedic Practice Educator and Clinical Lecturer combines clinical and leadership time as part of our ambulance operations, alongside dedicated teaching time within our Education and Training team. The educational role will see successful applicants appointed to the position of Associate Clinical Lecturer in Paramedic Apprenticeships. Under the direction of the University of Cumbria applicants will be responsible for aiding in the delivery of the educational elements and provide pastoral duties of the paramedic apprenticeship. This role will involve occasional travel to the University of Cumbria however will be primarily based at the brand new ECS Headquarters (some travel may be required to locations within the region. Travel will be covered).
Recruitment is dependent upon successful recruitment by the University of Cumbria to the lecturer role. The job roles will be split with 0.5 WTE spent on frontline ambulance and clinical leadership duties, and 0.5 WTE seconded to the University of Cumbria in the role of Clinical Lecturer. The dedicated time to this secondment is flexible however will likely comprise a mix of dedicated block secondment followed by a regular weekly split of duties.
Main duties of the job
Educational Delivery
Teach and support paramedic apprenticeship cohorts in line with University of Cumbria criteria
Responsible for working with all ambulance clinicians within ECS to support and mentor their clinical progression and portfolio completion.
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team in developing and delivering high quality academic provision through implementation of teaching and learning, widening participation and other strategies in order to contribute to the provision of high quality learning and opportunities and the best possible student experience
Support learner in practice to build relationships with partner organisations
Engage in scholarly activity and transfer knowledge via various methods (practical, group tutorials, lectures)
Ensure that all content and methods of delivery meet the desired learning objectives
Participate in course development, seeking ways to improve performance through self-reflection and feedback
Use listening, interpersonal and pastoral care skills to deal with sensitive issues concerning students and provide support
Act as a mentor for students in the capacity of personal tutor, highlighting those who require additional support and putting in place relevant support structures.
About us
ECS is a rapidly developing organisation with a clear ethos of high quality provision across all healthcare sectors, and is seeking hard working and driven candidates who are keen to continue our strive for excellence.
Founded in 2015, Enhanced Care Services has developed into a highly regarded, clinically led organisation with excellent standards and a focus on patient care. Having initially delivered enhanced and critical care to a range of events, ECS now oversees the medical cover to a range of large scale events each year, whilst also operating 24/7 frontline ambulance and clinical services and provides medical education at all levels. 2023 has seen ECS launch a brand new Education Centre and expand its provision to include both undergraduate and postgraduate education programmes.
As both our frontline emergency ambulance activity and education centre expand, we are looking for experienced Paramedics who are keen to utilise their skills within both education and clinical settings to continue our strive for excellence within the industry and our reputation of delivering some of the best clinical output within the ambulance sector whilst simultaneously supporting the next generation of paramedics.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Operational Delivery
Use your advanced driving skills to respond to medical emergencies
Safely transfer patients to and from ambulances, using specialist equipment and manual handling skills
Work alongside other ECS clinicians responding to a range of ambulance activities
Complete thorough handover reports and record all patient treatment information
Carry out equipment checks of ambulances to ensure they are safe for operational use
Carry out all duties, working within the defined scope of practice and adhering to protocols, policies, SOPs and clinical guidelines, seeking appropriate clinical advice and/or support as required.
Ensure ongoing personal CPD utilising dedicated personal development time as part of the rota
Behave as an ambassador for ECS, displaying the organisations values and professionalism in all engagements
Share the ethos of ECS and work as part of the team to develop a rapidly growing business, striving for excellence
Clinical Delivery
Deliver high quality patient care across a range of operational activity
Operate within the ECS scope of practice and ensure high quality, appropriate patient contact and documentation
Ensure that ECS clinical standards are met and exceeded at all times, making effective clinical decisions within guidelines and ECS policies & procedures
Treat patients with respect and dignity and maintain confidentiality in relation to personal data, ensuring it is processed lawfully
You will lead the assessment of patients and administer essential care in high pressure situations
Educational Delivery
Teach and support paramedic apprenticeship cohorts in line with University of Cumbria criteria
Responsible for working with all ambulance clinicians within ECS to support and mentor their clinical progression and portfolio completion.
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team in developing and delivering high quality academic provision through implementation of teaching and learning, widening participation and other strategies in order to contribute to the provision of high quality learning and opportunities and the best possible student experience
Support learner in practice to build relationships with partner organisations
Engage in scholarly activity and transfer knowledge via various methods (practical, group tutorials, lectures)
Ensure that all content and methods of delivery meet the desired learning objectives
Participate in course development, seeking ways to improve performance through self-reflection and feedback
Use listening, interpersonal and pastoral care skills to deal with sensitive issues concerning students and provide support
Act as a mentor for students in the capacity of personal tutor, highlighting those who require additional support and putting in place relevant support structures.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Operational Delivery
Use your advanced driving skills to respond to medical emergencies
Safely transfer patients to and from ambulances, using specialist equipment and manual handling skills
Work alongside other ECS clinicians responding to a range of ambulance activities
Complete thorough handover reports and record all patient treatment information
Carry out equipment checks of ambulances to ensure they are safe for operational use
Carry out all duties, working within the defined scope of practice and adhering to protocols, policies, SOPs and clinical guidelines, seeking appropriate clinical advice and/or support as required.
Ensure ongoing personal CPD utilising dedicated personal development time as part of the rota
Behave as an ambassador for ECS, displaying the organisations values and professionalism in all engagements
Share the ethos of ECS and work as part of the team to develop a rapidly growing business, striving for excellence
Clinical Delivery
Deliver high quality patient care across a range of operational activity
Operate within the ECS scope of practice and ensure high quality, appropriate patient contact and documentation
Ensure that ECS clinical standards are met and exceeded at all times, making effective clinical decisions within guidelines and ECS policies & procedures
Treat patients with respect and dignity and maintain confidentiality in relation to personal data, ensuring it is processed lawfully
You will lead the assessment of patients and administer essential care in high pressure situations
Educational Delivery
Teach and support paramedic apprenticeship cohorts in line with University of Cumbria criteria
Responsible for working with all ambulance clinicians within ECS to support and mentor their clinical progression and portfolio completion.
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team in developing and delivering high quality academic provision through implementation of teaching and learning, widening participation and other strategies in order to contribute to the provision of high quality learning and opportunities and the best possible student experience
Support learner in practice to build relationships with partner organisations
Engage in scholarly activity and transfer knowledge via various methods (practical, group tutorials, lectures)
Ensure that all content and methods of delivery meet the desired learning objectives
Participate in course development, seeking ways to improve performance through self-reflection and feedback
Use listening, interpersonal and pastoral care skills to deal with sensitive issues concerning students and provide support
Act as a mentor for students in the capacity of personal tutor, highlighting those who require additional support and putting in place relevant support structures.
Person Specification
Aptitudes and Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, teamwork communication and social skills
- Demonstrate ability to work on own initiative, be forward thinking and able to work independently
- Ability to prioritise, act under pressure and apply deadlines to workload
- Ability to identify learning needs and motivate others
- Potential and willingness for personal change with the ability and commitment to learn new skills
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Physically fit and able to undertake the physical aspects of the role
- Flexible with regards to hours of work and willing to assist in all areas of a growing business
- Enhanced DBS Clearance in the last 5 years and commit to an Enhanced DBS check
Qualifications
Essential
- Have a minimum of 2.5 years post-registration experience and hold current registration with the HCPC and be free from any cautions, convictions or conditions on practice
- Hold a BSc in Paramedic Practice or equivalent
- Hold a full UK driving licence with a maximum of 3 penalty points
- Hold CERAD L3 Emergency Driving Qualification
Desirable
- Hold a relevant postgraduate qualification such as PGCert, DipIMC, Masters Level etc.
- Hold a recognised education qualification and/or be an accredited instructor in one or more relevant course such as, but not limited to, ALS, APLS/EPALS, ATLS, PHTLS, Difficult Airway Course
- Hold a formal mentorship qualification
Experience
Essential
- Excellent personal clinical acumen and skills
- Possess sufficient breadth or depth of specialist knowledge in the discipline to work within established teaching programmes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to support, nurture and develop others
- Ability to recognise, apply and evaluate effective learning and teaching methods within the appropriate context, utilising technology wherever appropriate.
- Knowledge of apprenticeship regulation and compliance requirements inclusive of the Education and Skills Funding Agency & the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education
- Experience of leading clinical debriefs to glean learning opportunities and development points
- Good IT skills to enable accurate record keeping
- Effective verbal, written and presentation skills
Person Specification
Aptitudes and Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, teamwork communication and social skills
- Demonstrate ability to work on own initiative, be forward thinking and able to work independently
- Ability to prioritise, act under pressure and apply deadlines to workload
- Ability to identify learning needs and motivate others
- Potential and willingness for personal change with the ability and commitment to learn new skills
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Physically fit and able to undertake the physical aspects of the role
- Flexible with regards to hours of work and willing to assist in all areas of a growing business
- Enhanced DBS Clearance in the last 5 years and commit to an Enhanced DBS check
Qualifications
Essential
- Have a minimum of 2.5 years post-registration experience and hold current registration with the HCPC and be free from any cautions, convictions or conditions on practice
- Hold a BSc in Paramedic Practice or equivalent
- Hold a full UK driving licence with a maximum of 3 penalty points
- Hold CERAD L3 Emergency Driving Qualification
Desirable
- Hold a relevant postgraduate qualification such as PGCert, DipIMC, Masters Level etc.
- Hold a recognised education qualification and/or be an accredited instructor in one or more relevant course such as, but not limited to, ALS, APLS/EPALS, ATLS, PHTLS, Difficult Airway Course
- Hold a formal mentorship qualification
Experience
Essential
- Excellent personal clinical acumen and skills
- Possess sufficient breadth or depth of specialist knowledge in the discipline to work within established teaching programmes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to support, nurture and develop others
- Ability to recognise, apply and evaluate effective learning and teaching methods within the appropriate context, utilising technology wherever appropriate.
- Knowledge of apprenticeship regulation and compliance requirements inclusive of the Education and Skills Funding Agency & the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education
- Experience of leading clinical debriefs to glean learning opportunities and development points
- Good IT skills to enable accurate record keeping
- Effective verbal, written and presentation skills
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
