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We are seeking an experienced, qualified and in-date Emergency Response Driving Instructor to join our dedicated team on a full-time basis.

This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral part of our established instructor team, supporting the continued delivery and development of our nationally recognised emergency response driver training programmes. You will play a key role in developing the next generation of emergency response drivers, helping ensure our frontline clinicians have the skills, knowledge and confidence to respond safely and effectively to patients when it matters most.

Our instructor team provides comprehensive training to newly appointed Paramedics and Emergency Care Assistants, equipping them with the specialist emergency response driving skills they rely on every day. Alongside core emergency response driver training, we also deliver a diverse range of specialist operational courses, including 4x4 off-road driving, trailer towing, convoy driving and other specialist driver training.

Working as part of a professional and supportive team, you will have the opportunity to share your knowledge and experience while contributing directly to the Trust’s emergency response capability. You will be responsible for delivering engaging, high-quality instruction and helping learners develop the competence and confidence required to operate safely in challenging and demanding environments.

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The post holder will work as an experienced and professionally qualified Emergency Response Driving Instructor, responsible for the delivery, assessment and ongoing development of emergency response ambulance driving skills across the Trust.

Please see Job Description for Main Duties of the job

The post holder will have a significant responsibility for developing and maintaining the driving competence of the Trust's operational workforce. Through effective instruction, coaching and assessment, the post holder will help ensure that emergency response drivers are able to operate safely, professionally and effectively when responding to patients and undertaking operational duties.

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

At South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT), our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and respectful environment where everyone is valued for who they are, feel they belong and have the opportunity to thrive.

We believe that a diverse workforce, bringing together people with different backgrounds, experiences, perspectives and skills, strengthens our organisation and enables us to provide the best possible care to our patients and communities. We actively promote equality, diversity and inclusion across all areas of our work and strive to ensure that every colleague has the opportunity to develop and achieve their full potential.

We offer a range of flexible working opportunities, inclusive policies, wellbeing support and mechanisms for colleagues to share their views and influence how we work. We are committed to listening to our people and creating a positive working environment where individuals can build rewarding careers and feel supported to deliver their best.

Our ambition is to deliver compassionate, high-quality patient care while providing a safe, supportive and rewarding place to work. We recognise that the way we work together is fundamental to our success, and we place strong emphasis on positive behaviours, professionalism, respect, collaboration and accountability.