South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
Team Educator (LP L&D) - BNSSG holding pool, INTERNAL ONLY
The closing date is 27 October 2026
The Lead Paramedic L&D (LP L&D) will provide preceptorship to graduate Paramedics employed by the Trust and will work operationally with new joiners following their induction to ensure the necessary standards are adopted.
The LP L&D will be managed by Operations but work with direction and support from the Education team.
As experienced band 6 clinicians (Paramedic/Ambulance Nurse) they will be expected to undertake the assessment and clinical development of staff within the NQP process, ECAs/EAA during their probation period and new joiners. They will also work with staff under the guidance of specific action plans. When working with members of staff during routine scheduled work, where no specific action plan has been developed, the LP L&D will be expected to assess the clinician's ability to work competently and safely within their current scope of practice and in accordance with Trust guidelines. The LP L&D will either follow an operational rostered line or work on a self-rostering relief basis (to be agreed locally) and facilitate the mentorship of staff undergoing remedial training and/or action plans set by Learning and Development Officers.
Please note this vacancy is for internal applicants only
Main duties of the job
The LP L&D will support staff undergoing restrictions of practice by working frequent operational shifts as part of a crew in order to monitor their progress on their individual development plan.
They will co-ordinate with, and assist, the Education department, identifying training needs, developing staff and implement action plans set by Education Leads (ELs).
LP L&Ds will also support new joiners and work with them on their early operational shifts following the Trusts formal induction and preceptorship packages to ensure that new staff are supported appropriately.
LP L&Ds will monitor and review Newly Qualified Paramedics (NQPs), including organising preceptor plan and reviewing the NQP portfolio during the first 6 months of the consolidation of learning period as set out by the Trust's NQP process.
The successful candidate will support crews and react swiftly to identify learning needs as well as acting as a conduit for communicating lessons learned, including complaints, adverse incidents and PSIIs (Patient Safety Incident Investigation).
About us
Working for us is an experience like no other. We provide emergency and urgent care, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, operating across the largest ambulance region in England of 10,000 square miles and responding to an average of 2,650 incidents every day.
We remain committed to ensuring that we provide the best possible care for all our patients, which is reflected in our new five-year strategy which has continually improving patient care at its very core.
At the heart of our beautiful and diverse region we employ over 6000 people and are supported by over 575 volunteers.
In return we will equip you with the skills, resources and development you need to thrive in your role.
You will have opportunities to progress to roles at a higher pay grade and enjoy continuous professional development.
- A standard working week of 37.5 hours
- Holiday entitlements of 27 days per year, plus general and public holidays, rising to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Pay enhancements for out of hours, shift and overtime working
- Career and salary progression
- Car leasing scheme (this is subject to your pay not falling below the National Living Wage)
- Free parking across Trust sites
- Cycle-to-work and other salary sacrifice schemes (this is subject to your pay not falling below the National Living Wage)
- Staff networks
- Access to a wide range of discounts from various organisations across the UK
Job responsibilities
For further information about this role please see the attached job description and person specification.
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
Person Specification
- HCPC registered Paramedic for not less than two years.
- Mentorship qualification or willing to attend a course
- BSc degree award or are currently enrolled on a BSc top up programme
- Hold a recognised teaching qualification such as PGCert, PGCAP, AET
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.
South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
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Team Educator (LP L&D) - BNSSG holding pool, INTERNAL ONLY 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.
