At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative training for SWAST staff to enhance pre-hospital patient care.
- Company: Join the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust, a leader in healthcare education.
- Benefits: Flexible working options, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Opportunities available across multiple counties with potential for visa sponsorship.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in healthcare by shaping the future of ambulance service training.
- Qualifications: Relevant degree, teaching qualification, and experience as a Registered Health Care Professional.
The predicted salary is between 37338 - 44962 £ per year.
We are looking for Education Leads based in the North; likely base stations currently Bristol (BNSSG) or Bridgwater (Somerset). We are also looking for successful candidates to enter a pool of people across all counties. To enable SWAST staff to deliver high quality pre‑hospital patient care by providing innovative, efficient and effective in‑service training and education. This may include delivery in the classroom setting and/or in the workplace to individuals and groups of staff.
Provide proactive and dynamic leadership, acting as an educational figurehead, promoting high quality patient care, examination and assessment, values and appropriate care pathways.
Main duties of the job
To carry out a comprehensive variety of training duties, as required by the Head of Education and Education management team. The focus of the Education Lead will be on delivering high quality classroom and work‑based learning and assessment as appropriate, recognising individual learning needs and ensuring learning is accessible.
Job responsibilities
Further details are provided in the attached job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
- Relevant BSc (Hons) degree or equivalent
- Significant post‑registration experience as a Registered Health Care Professional
- Teaching qualification – Cert Ed / PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification OR AET and working towards level 5 teaching qualification (or above)
- Minimum Level 6 or working towards Clinical Supervision qualification
- Minimum Level 6 or working towards Mentorship qualification
- ALS Provider
- ALS Instructor
- PHTLS Instructor
- Management or Clinical Leadership qualification
- Working towards post‑graduate level qualification such as MSc
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.
Right to work / Certificate of sponsorship
This role meets the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under current Home Office regulations. Applications are welcome from candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK. For further information on visa sponsorship and eligibility, please refer to the UK Government guidance on Skilled Worker visas: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full‑time, Part‑time
Reference number
202-8085211
Job locations
Trustwide (vacancies across multiple counties) Blackberry Hill Centre (Block C), UWE Glenside Campus (Blue Entrance, Manor Rd, Fishponds)
Education Lead in Bristol employer: SWAST
At South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and innovative work environment. As an Education Lead, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on pre-hospital patient care through high-quality training and education, while benefiting from a culture that values professional development and collaboration. With flexible working patterns and a commitment to employee growth, our Trust offers a unique chance to thrive in a meaningful role across various locations in the North.
