Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for 1x instructor post in the NARU Education team, the team dedicated to providing ongoing support influencing future generations of HART operatives. As part of the team, the post holder will be responsible for the development and delivery of a variety of NARU training including HART Modules 1 to 4, instructor courses and the delivery (on occasions) to other NHS staff and partner agencies. NARU seeks dynamic and enthusiastic instructors with relevant and current training experience, those with the ability to share knowledge, coach individuals and ensure that each training session is patient focussed. The post holder will be passionate about delivering high quality and realistic clinical care in some of the most complex scenarios paramedics are likely to face. They must be physically fit to meet the demands of the role, ensuring training is delivered effectively and safely, often in inclement weather. Main duties of the job The National Ambulance Resilience Unit (NARU) Education Department provides training and support to Ambulance Trusts specialist interoperable capabilities. The post holder will be reporting to the NARU Training Manager. The NARU Tutor will be responsible for the development and delivery of the NARU Education programme, primarily HART initial modules 1-4 and Command course. They will be accountable for the delivery of education, providing expert knowledge, advice, skill and direction in the delivery of training interventions. This includes delivery of both clinical/technical related education, training and learning opportunities, for example, supplying specialist educational support and guidance to staff and Commanders in order to improve the dissemination of learning and facilitate the continuing professional development of staff. They will be responsible for ensuring the ongoing review, development and maintenance of quality and standards for clinical educational services and systems in relation to Interoperable Capabilities. They will work in collaboration with clinical governance and managerial colleagues to provide assessment and mentoring opportunities that will contribute to the improvement in the quality of patient care and clinical outcomes. About us Our vision is to deliver outstanding emergency and urgent care whenever and wherever needed for everyone in London, 24/7, 365 days a year. Our strategy 2023-2028 outlines how we plan to achieve this, and is centred upon three missions focused on: Our care - delivering outstanding emergency and urgent care whenever and wherever needed. Our organisation - being an increasingly inclusive, well-led and highly skilled organisation people are proud to work for. Our London - using our unique pan-London position to contribute to improving the health of the capital. To achieve these three missions we have set ourselves 50 commitments to deliver over the next five years. In developing these ambitious commitments, we have engaged extensively both inside our organisation, with our partners and with our patients, and we have analysed population trends and horizon scanned the future. As part of LAS, the NARU Education department looks to increase Ambulance Service preparedness for major and complex emergencies, through the provision of high-quality training and education aligned to the national risk register and current doctrine. Working at the NARU Education Centre, located at the Defence CBRN Centre in Winterbourne Gunner, and other training locations around the country, you will deliver residential courses of up to six weeks duration. Accommodation is provided for those undertaking this unique role, where teamwork is at the very core. Date posted 24 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year 13% Recruitment and Retention Payment available Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 308-CORP-3006-A Job locations NARU Education Centre, DCBRNC at Winterbourne Gunner Wiltshire SP40ES Job description Job responsibilities For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification. Job description Job responsibilities For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level or equivalent professional qualification Level 3 Award in Adult Education or specialist knowledge within the field of Interoperable Capabilities with a commitment to successfully complete the Level 5 award within 12 months of commencing the role HCPC registered paramedic Full, current UK valid driving licence with C1 with no more than 3 penalty points Desirable Qualified Ambulance Tutor or equivalent (Cert.Ed, PGCEd etc) Health EPRR Diploma (or be in the process of completing or able to study towards) Certificate in Practice Education Experience Essential Experience in teaching / education, including delivery of practical sessions Developing staff within a team context Experience of supervising and mentoring staff Experience of working across organisational boundaries and developing multi-disciplinary professional partnerships Desirable Currently practising or experienced HART paramedic Experience of Incident Management Knowledge and Skills Essential Knowledge of legislation appertaining to Interoperable Capabilities Evidence of providing education using a wide range of information technology, including computer software programs e.g. Microsoft Teams, ZOOM, Microsoft Power point, MS Word, Excel and Outlook Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level or equivalent professional qualification Level 3 Award in Adult Education or specialist knowledge within the field of Interoperable Capabilities with a commitment to successfully complete the Level 5 award within 12 months of commencing the role HCPC registered paramedic Full, current UK valid driving licence with C1 with no more than 3 penalty points Desirable Qualified Ambulance Tutor or equivalent (Cert.Ed, PGCEd etc) Health EPRR Diploma (or be in the process of completing or able to study towards) Certificate in Practice Education Experience Essential Experience in teaching / education, including delivery of practical sessions Developing staff within a team context Experience of supervising and mentoring staff Experience of working across organisational boundaries and developing multi-disciplinary professional partnerships Desirable Currently practising or experienced HART paramedic Experience of Incident Management Knowledge and Skills Essential Knowledge of legislation appertaining to Interoperable Capabilities Evidence of providing education using a wide range of information technology, including computer software programs e.g. Microsoft Teams, ZOOM, Microsoft Power point, MS Word, Excel and Outlook 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name London Ambulance Service NHS Trust Address NARU Education Centre, DCBRNC at Winterbourne Gunner Wiltshire SP40ES Employer's website https://www.londonambulance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)