Emergency Care Assistant

3 weeks ago

Exeter, United Kingdom South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust Full time

South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust is seeking compassionate, caring and committed individuals to use advanced driving skills and provide support to our dedicated team of Paramedics attending accidents and sudden illnesses to join our holding pool as Emergency Care Assistants.

Emergency Care Assistants provide essential support to our team of qualified Paramedics to deliver high quality and effective clinical and personal care.

If you’re looking to make the most of your life skills in a challenging but extremely rewarding environment and are willing to work shifts, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

You will need a full, clean driving licence including the C1 Category.

On offer of employment, SWASFT will provide you with comprehensive clinical training and driver training to prepare you for the role of ECA. Subject to passing this training, you will then commence full time employment for the Trust.
- To ensure a continuous duty of care to patients, within the level of training and competency of this role, ensuring an appropriate level of monitoring and treatment is maintained and continued until the patient is either discharged or transferred to the care of another healthcare professional
- To ensure that a clear handover report is provided when the patient is handed into the care of another health professional, this should record all pertinent patient information, in accordance with Trust procedure and that the transfer of patients into the care of others is conducted according to procedure
- Drive all types of approved ambulance service vehicles under normal and emergency (blue light) circumstances, in accordance with the laid down standards of the service and within road traffic law, taking particular care of the vehicle, its occupants and other road users
- Carry out general vehicle checks at the start of and during each shift, to ensure the readiness of the vehicle and communications equipment to respond as required. All defects, deficiencies and accident damage must be reported in accordance with Trust procedure.

You will be assessed for this position through an assessment day. These take place every third Saturday of each month with differing locations. This assessment day will include:

- Physical assessment
- Group discussion
- Group Task -Team building exercise

**Assessment Dates**:

- 20th May at Bridgwater
- 17th June at Chippenham
- 22nd July at Bristol

At South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) we have a culture where everyone is valued for being themselves. Our aim is to work together to promote the most inclusive environment possible, which attracts people from the widest range of backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work that we do together, for the benefit of all of our employees, our patients and the communities we serve. We offer flexible working opportunities, inclusive policies and a range of feedback mechanisms to support individuals and to enable a positive, welcoming environment where our people and their careers can thrive in.

For further information about this role please see attached the job description and person specification attached.

  • Emergency Care Assistant

    1 month ago

    Exeter, United Kingdom South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    In the role of Emergency Care Assistant no two shifts will ever be the same. You could be attending anything from the birth of a new baby, to a Road Traffic Collision or assisting someone who has fallen over in their home. Operating in a wide range of environments across the South West with the support and assistance of our front-line clinical teams, you...

  • Emergency Care Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Exeter, United Kingdom South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    In the role of Emergency Care Assistant no two shifts will ever be the same. You could be attending anything from the birth of a new baby, to a Road Traffic Collision or assisting someone who has fallen over in their home. Operating in a wide range of environments across the South West with the support and assistance of our front-line clinical teams, you...

  • Emergency Care Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Exeter, United Kingdom South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Are you looking for a role where you can genuinely make a real difference every time you come to work? A role where no two days are the same? As an Emergency Care Assistant (ECA) you will carry out essential 999 emergency care for people in your community, such as treating wounds and fractures, controlling severe bleeding, attending the birth of a baby or a...

  • Emergency Care Assistant

    1 week ago

    Exeter, United Kingdom South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Are you looking for a role where you can genuinely make a real difference every time you come to work? A role where no two days are the same? As an Emergency Care Assistant (ECA) you will carry out essential 999 emergency care for people in your community, such as treating wounds and fractures, controlling severe bleeding, attending the birth of a baby or a...

  • Emergency Care Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Exeter, United Kingdom South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Are you looking for a role where you can genuinely make a real difference every time you come to work? A role where no two days are the same? As an Emergency Care Assistant (ECA) you will carry out essential 999 emergency care for people in your community, such as treating wounds and fractures, controlling severe bleeding, attending the birth of a baby or a...

  • Emergency Care Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    In the role of Emergency Care Assistant no two shifts will ever be the same. You could be attending anything from the birth of a new baby, to a Road Traffic Collision or assisting someone who has fallen over in their home. Operating in a wide range of environments across the South West with the support and assistance of our front-line clinical teams, you...

  • Emergency Care Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Are you looking for a role where you can genuinely make a real difference every time you come to work? A role where no two days are the same?As an Emergency Care Assistant (ECA) you will carry out essential 999 emergency care for people in your community, such as treating wounds and fractures, controlling severe bleeding, attending the birth of a baby or a...

  • Emergency Call Handler

    1 week ago

    Exeter, United Kingdom Taking Care Full time

    **We are looking for more heroes who make a difference to people's lives on a daily basis.** **_Are you an Enthusiastic, Motivated, Caring and a flexible team-player who has what it takes to remain calm and customer - focused under pressure?_** We have an amazing opportunity for **Emergency Call Handlers** to work as part of our dedicated Resolution team**...

  • Emergency Call Handler

    4 weeks ago

    Exeter, United Kingdom Taking Care Full time

    **We are looking for more heroes who make a difference to people's lives on a daily basis.** **_Are you an Enthusiastic, Motivated, Caring and a flexible team-player who has what it takes to remain calm and customer - focused under pressure?_** We have an amazing opportunity for **Emergency Call Handlers** to work as part of our dedicated Resolution team**...

  • Emergency Call Handler

    2 weeks ago

    Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Taking Care Full time

    We are looking for more heroes who make a difference to people's lives on a daily basis.**_Are you an Enthusiastic, Motivated, Caring and a flexible team-player who has what it takes to remain calm and customer- focused under pressure?_**We have an amazing opportunity for Emergency Call Handlers to work as part of our dedicated Resolution team handling alarm...

  • Emergency Call Handler

    2 weeks ago

    Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Taking Care Full time

    We are looking for more heroes who make a difference to people's lives on a daily basis.**_Are you an Enthusiastic, Motivated, Caring and a flexible team-player who has what it takes to remain calm and customer- focused under pressure?_**We have an amazing opportunity for Emergency Call Handlers to work as part of our dedicated Resolution team handling alarm...

  • Emergency Call Handler

    4 weeks ago

    Exeter, United Kingdom PPP Taking Care Full time

    **Information**: Job Ref: AC1072004ExeECH **Location**: Exeter Postcode: EX2 5SP Type of contract: Permanent **Salary**: £26000.00 to £26000.00 Per Annum Posted Date: Tuesday, June 11, 2024 Closing Date: Monday, June 24, 2024 - Share:APPLY We are looking for more heroes who make a difference to people's lives on a daily basis. - Are you an...

  • Emergency Call Handler

    1 week ago

    Exeter, United Kingdom Taking Care Full time

    **We are looking for more heroes who make a difference to people's lives on a daily basis.** **_Are you an Enthusiastic, Motivated, Caring and a flexible team-player who has what it takes to remain calm and customer - focused under pressure?_** **_Evening shifts, various flexible and fixed working patterns are available with a finish time between 8PM AND...

  • Emergency Call Handler

    3 weeks ago

    Exeter, United Kingdom Taking Care Full time

    **We are looking for more heroes who make a difference to people's lives on a daily basis.** **_Are you an Enthusiastic, Motivated, Caring and a flexible team-player who has what it takes to remain calm and customer - focused under pressure?_** We have an amazing opportunity for **Emergency Call Handlers** to work as part of our dedicated Resolution team**...

  • Emergency Call Handler

    4 weeks ago

    Exeter, United Kingdom Taking Care Full time

    **We are looking for more heroes who make a difference to people's lives on a daily basis**: **_Are you an Enthusiastic, Motivated, Caring and a flexible team-player who has what it takes to remain calm and customer - focused under pressure?_**: We have an amazing opportunity for **Emergency Call Handlers** to work alongside our dedicated Resolution team**...

  • Complex Care Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Exeter, United Kingdom Bleep 360 Care Full time

    **Do you have a passion in transforming children and adults’ lives?** - **Are you looking for a new opportunity that involves helping and supporting children/adults with complex needs?**_ Here at Bleep360 Care we are a 24hr health care company looking for experienced complex care workers who have a dedication and passion in supporting these...

  • Emergency Call Handler

    3 weeks ago

    Exeter, United Kingdom PPP Taking Care Full time

    **Information**: Job Ref: AC994592ExeECHF **Location**: Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Postcode: EX2 5SP Type of contract: Permanent **Salary**: £24754.00 to £24754.00 Per Annum Posted Date: Monday, February 26, 2024 Closing Date: Friday, March 22, 2024 - Share:APPLY We are looking for more heroes who make a difference to people's lives on a daily...

  • Emergency Call Handler

    7 days ago

    Exeter, United Kingdom Taking Care Full time

    We are looking for more heroes who make a difference to people's lives on a daily basis. Are you an Enthusiastic, Motivated, Caring and a flexible team-player who has what it takes to remain calm and customer- focused under pressure? We have an amazing opportunity for Emergency Call Handlers to work as part of our dedicated Resolution teamhandling alarm...

  • Emergency Call Handler

    2 weeks ago

    Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom PPP Taking Care Full time

    Information:Job Ref:RT770617ExeECHNLocation:Exeter, Devon, United KingdomPostcode:EX2 5SPType of contract:PermanentSalary:£24754, increasing to £26000, plus night allowance Per AnnumPosted Date:Friday, April 14, 2023Closing Date:Friday, May 12, 2023 Share:APPLYEmergency Call Handler - NightsWe are looking for more heroes who make a difference to people's...

  • Care Assistant

    1 month ago

    Exeter, United Kingdom Altogether Care Full time

    Job DescriptionEmbrace a role where you will make a positive difference to someone’s life.Join us, an established and trusted care provider, as a Domiciliary Care Assistant and be part of our growing family, with stable and regular hours offered to all colleagues. We pride ourselves on recruiting individuals who possess a genuine caring nature, empathy,...