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Newly Qualified Paramedic (NQP)

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South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

3mo ago

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare

Requirements

  • 3rd year students from across the United Kingdom to secure an NQP position working for South East Coast Ambulance Service
  • if you are a current Partnership University Student working with us on an ECSW contract, you will still need to apply for this vacancy to ensure you are offered an NQP Position
  • Partnership University Students not already employed by the Trust will undertake a full assessment
  • Locations will be offered based on business need, taking into account up to two of your preferred locations
  • Assessment centre = November 2024
  • Candidates will want to work full-time and cover a rotating shift pattern, however we recognise that this doesn’t work for all and have flexible part time contracts available with a minimum of 23 hours whilst employed as an NQP
  • Newly Qualified Paramedic intake programme for undergrads able to register with the HCPC in 2025 will be offered mutually agreed start dates to match their earliest registration date
  • Regular Transition to Paramedic courses run throughout the year with our main season starting in July and running through to December / January

Responsibilities

  • SECAmb are currently expanding our workforce and actively encouraging applications from Newly Qualified Paramedics for our 2025 intake.
  • SECAmb are currently expanding our workforce and actively encouraging applications from 3rd year students from across the United Kingdom to secure an NQP position working for South East Coast Ambulance Service.
  • Please note if you are a current Partnership University Student working with us on an ECSW contract, you will still need to apply for this vacancy to ensure you are offered an NQP Position.
  • Partnership University Students not already employed by the Trust will undertake a full assessment.
  • Locations will be offered based on business need, taking into account up to two of your preferred locations.
  • Assessment centre = November 2024.
  • SECAmb are pleased to sign up to the peoples promise and we know that most candidates will want to work full-time and cover a rotating shift pattern, however we recognise that this doesn’t work for all and have flexible part time contracts available with a minimum of 23 hours whilst employed as an NQP.
  • Our Newly Qualified Paramedic intake programme for undergrads able to register with the HCPC in 2025 will be offered mutually agreed start dates to match their earliest registration date.
  • Regular Transition to Paramedic courses run throughout the year with our main season starting in July and running through to December / January.

FAQs

Can I apply for the NQP position if I am currently a 3rd year student?

Yes, SECAmb is actively encouraging applications from 3rd year students from across the United Kingdom for the NQP position.

Do current Partnership University Students need to apply for this vacancy?

Yes, current Partnership University Students working with SECAmb on an ECSW contract must apply for this vacancy to ensure they are offered an NQP position.

When will the assessment centre take place for the NQP positions?

The assessment centre is scheduled for November 2024.

What locations will be offered for the NQP positions?

Locations will be offered based on business need, while taking into account up to two of your preferred locations.

Is there flexibility in work hours for the NQP role?

Yes, we recognize that full-time work may not suit everyone, and we offer flexible part-time contracts with a minimum of 23 hours per week for NQPs.

When do the Transition to Paramedic courses run?

The Transition to Paramedic courses run regularly throughout the year, with the main season starting in July and continuing through to December/January.

Are there benefits available to NQPs?

Yes, NQPs can enjoy benefits such as joining the NHS pension scheme, a minimum of 27 days' holiday per year, opportunities for personal and professional development, salary sacrifice schemes, and access to a wellbeing hub.

Who can I contact for further details or informal visits about the NQP position?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Lucy Ramsey, Recruitment Advisor, at Lucy.Ramsey@secamb.nhs.uk.

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Mission & Purpose

South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust provides emergency and urgent medical services across the South East of England. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, responsive care to patients in need, ensuring rapid and effective treatment. They focus on improving patient outcomes through exceptional emergency care, continuous service development, and community engagement.