Job summary We are recruiting now for Assistant Ambulance Practitioners to work across London on our award winning apprenticeship programme Would you like to become a Qualified Paramedic in just over 4 years, without all the costs involved in going to University? If so, the Assistant Ambulance Practitioner role could be for you The Assistant Ambulance Practitioner (AAP) apprenticeship is an entry level role that allows you to learn at your own pace whilst carving out a career pathway that could see you qualifying as a paramedic in just a few short years, not only giving you a unique insight into the role, but will avoid costly university fees and even better, earning as you learn. As an AAP you will deliver emergency and urgent care to a wide range of patients. Where appropriate, you will assess and treat patients at the point of contact or refer them onto another healthcare provider in conjunction with other ambulance clinicians. When necessary you will convey them to treatment centres, hospitals and emergency departments, according to their needs. To succeed in this role you will need to demonstrate your ability to work and communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, handle stressful situations, be flexible in your approach and have basic computer skills. In addition you will be required to demonstrate in your application and at interview how you meet the Trust values and behaviours. Main duties of the job As an AAP apprentice you will undertake a 58 week Level 3 Ambulance Support Worker Apprenticeship Standard. This includes an initial 13 week training programme provided by our Clinical Education and Standards team based in Dockside (E16) or Brentford (TW8). This is then followed by a further 45 weeks of clinical practice, working on the road as part of an ambulance crew where, you will be supported by experienced clinicians and Tutors / Managers, whilst based at one of our ambulance stations across London. On successful completion of your training, you will be supported to complete your Apprenticeship End Point Assessment and then receive: Level 3 Diploma in Ambulance Emergency and Urgent Care Support Level 3 Certificate in Emergency Response Ambulance Driving Apprenticeship Completion Certificate from the Institute for Apprenticeships & Technical Education Please note London Ambulance Service funds all training. Other essential and desirable criteria can be found on the Job Description. About us Career Progression : Once employed by the London Ambulance Service as an Assistant Ambulance Practitioner, you will have the opportunity to progress in your career via our in-house training programme. In just over 4 years, you can then become a Newly Qualified Paramedic via our Paramedic Degree Apprenticeship: Stage 1 - Level 3 Ambulance SupportWorker Apprenticeship Stage 2 - Level 4 Associate Ambulance Practitioner Apprenticeship Stage 3 - Paramedic Degree Apprenticeship - leading to Newly Qualified Paramedic Benefits to working for London Ambulance Service : Competitive annual leave package NHS Pension Scheme Emergency service discounts Funding for C1 theory & practical test Access to comprehensive welfare support Working for a diverse organisation Car Lease Scheme Date posted 10 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £31,081 to £34,937 a year Per Annum Inclusive of HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 308-AAP-01-25 Job locations CE&S New Entrant Trainees - Assistant Ambulance Practitioner London SE1 8SD Job description Job responsibilities Starting salary: £31,081 inclusive of Outer London High Cost Area Supplement (HCAS). Both of our Education Centres are based in Outer London. After training, salary will be £31,081 if posted Outer London, £31,944 if posted Inner London. What we can offer: As an AAP you will be working with an established and experienced team. You will gain hands-on experience meeting and treating a diverse range of patients. Training and continued professional development will also further enhance your clinical skills. Job Description All applicants need to have a current B class driving licence, valid in the UK & hold Provisional C1 license status. (Allows you to drive vehicles up to 7.5 tonnes) Please note you must hold: Relevant English & Maths Qualification, please refer to attached qualification list Full or Provisional C1 driving licence at the time of application https://www.gov.uk/become-lorry-bus-driver/applying-for-a-bus-or-lorry-provisional-entitlement Please note after submission of your application we will request evidence of qualification and driving license summary. Clinical: As directed by 999 Operations, respond as a crew to emergency calls and convey patients to treatment centres, hospitals or emergency departments as and when appropriate. This will involve using blue light driving skills as appropriate. Communication: Maintain regular and appropriate communications with 999 Operations regarding updates and changes to personal and/or vehicle availability and movements. Professional and Standards : Act at all times as an ambassador for the LAS by maintaining high standards of personal conduct reflecting service values. Please note - all applicants need to be aged 18 years (in line with legislation). Please see Job Description for further information. We also provide another pathway to our Assistant Ambulance Practitioner Apprenticeship programme. You can guarantee yourself an interview by successfully completing the four-week Our London Ambulance Service Inclusive Response (OLIR) programme. If you're over 18, reside in London, currently unemployed and in receipt of benefits, hold a full driver's license, and have achieved GCSEs grade A-C /4-9 or Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths, seize this opportunity now by applying at Our LAS Inclusive Response Programme - London Ambulance Service NHS Trust Further information about the programme can be found on the attached OLIR brochure. We are currently only posting new Assistant Ambulance Practitioners to stations across North-West, North and East London. The Trust has a transfer register and will move staff to other stations as and when vacancies become available. Job description Job responsibilities Starting salary: £31,081 inclusive of Outer London High Cost Area Supplement (HCAS). Both of our Education Centres are based in Outer London. After training, salary will be £31,081 if posted Outer London, £31,944 if posted Inner London. What we can offer: As an AAP you will be working with an established and experienced team. You will gain hands-on experience meeting and treating a diverse range of patients. Training and continued professional development will also further enhance your clinical skills. Job Description All applicants need to have a current B class driving licence, valid in the UK & hold Provisional C1 license status. (Allows you to drive vehicles up to 7.5 tonnes) Please note you must hold: Relevant English & Maths Qualification, please refer to attached qualification list Full or Provisional C1 driving licence at the time of application https://www.gov.uk/become-lorry-bus-driver/applying-for-a-bus-or-lorry-provisional-entitlement Please note after submission of your application we will request evidence of qualification and driving license summary. Clinical: As directed by 999 Operations, respond as a crew to emergency calls and convey patients to treatment centres, hospitals or emergency departments as and when appropriate. This will involve using blue light driving skills as appropriate. Communication: Maintain regular and appropriate communications with 999 Operations regarding updates and changes to personal and/or vehicle availability and movements. Professional and Standards : Act at all times as an ambassador for the LAS by maintaining high standards of personal conduct reflecting service values. Please note - all applicants need to be aged 18 years (in line with legislation). Please see Job Description for further information. We also provide another pathway to our Assistant Ambulance Practitioner Apprenticeship programme. You can guarantee yourself an interview by successfully completing the four-week Our London Ambulance Service Inclusive Response (OLIR) programme. If you're over 18, reside in London, currently unemployed and in receipt of benefits, hold a full driver's license, and have achieved GCSEs grade A-C /4-9 or Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths, seize this opportunity now by applying at Our LAS Inclusive Response Programme - London Ambulance Service NHS Trust Further information about the programme can be found on the attached OLIR brochure. We are currently only posting new Assistant Ambulance Practitioners to stations across North-West, North and East London. The Trust has a transfer register and will move staff to other stations as and when vacancies become available. Person Specification Education Essential Must hold qualification to be eligible for an AAP Apprenticeship programme, please see advert attachment for list of acceptable qualifications Driving Essential Must hold a full licence, valid in the UK with no more than 3 points. Must also hold a C1 provisional category No previous convictions for driving under the influence of alcohol / drugs Desirable Full C1 Category is an advantage Experience Essential GuidanceScore Demonstrable ability to handle stressful/sensitive situations with tact, diplomacy and assertiveness Demonstrable ability to work on own initiative Potential and willingness for personal change with the ability and commitment to learn new skills Ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds Desirable Knowledge of Health and Safety issues Personal Abilities Essential Understanding of the nature of the work involved and the London Ambulance Service NHS Trust (LAS) Must be able to undertake rotating shifts covering 24 hours a day, including shift changes at short notice in line with the current arrangements Understand the need for service policies and procedures Person Specification Education Essential Must hold qualification to be eligible for an AAP Apprenticeship programme, please see advert attachment for list of acceptable qualifications Driving Essential Must hold a full licence, valid in the UK with no more than 3 points. Must also hold a C1 provisional category No previous convictions for driving under the influence of alcohol / drugs Desirable Full C1 Category is an advantage Experience Essential GuidanceScore Demonstrable ability to handle stressful/sensitive situations with tact, diplomacy and assertiveness Demonstrable ability to work on own initiative Potential and willingness for personal change with the ability and commitment to learn new skills Ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds Desirable Knowledge of Health and Safety issues Personal Abilities Essential Understanding of the nature of the work involved and the London Ambulance Service NHS Trust (LAS) Must be able to undertake rotating shifts covering 24 hours a day, including shift changes at short notice in line with the current arrangements Understand the need for service policies and procedures 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). 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). Employer details Employer name London Ambulance Service NHS Trust Address CE&S New Entrant Trainees - Assistant Ambulance Practitioner London SE1 8SD Employer's website https://www.londonambulance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)