Westcountry Ambulance Services, NHS Trust is one of the largest ambulance services in England, covering the three counties of Cornwall, Devon and Somerset. With an area of over 15,540 square kilometres and 1040 kilometres of coastline, we have a static population of 2.2 million. Additionally, many millions of visitors come to the area annually.
The Trust exists to provide the highest quality pre-hospital care, treatment and hospital transport
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We aim to:
- use research-based evidence to inform practice and service development
- provide value for money
- improve service quality and standards of care by audit, evaluation and monitoring
- promote standards for safety and recognise these responsibilities in our decision making processes
- ensure each patient receives appropriate care from highly trained, motivated and caring staff
- contribute positively to the Healthier Nation
- influence national ambulance service policy
- work with hospitals and other agencies to provide patients with seamless care
- continually improve the capability, efficiency and effectiveness of the Service to meet stakeholder expectations
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We have organised the management of the Service into four directorates, each led by a Director who is responsible for overall service provision.
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Ambulances operate from 55 stations and we employ over 1000 staff, 80% of whom work on direct patient care duties.
Our crews respond annually to over 160,000 accident and emergency calls. Additionally the Service carries over 500,000 non-emergency patients.
We are confident that life in the West Country working for an ambulance service at the leading edge of pre-hospital care sets us apart from the rest.
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Westcountry Ambulance Service
for life, for living
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For Life - Westcountry Ambulance Service enthusiastically embraces Clinical Governance which links the provision of effective care with research, audit and a passion for professional development.
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Our own Westcountry Ambulance Service Training College is accredited to deliver IHCD training courses at all levels. We have a network of Training Officers responsible for workplace training and development of staff within their area. Our performance appraisal system covers all members of staff and we encourage and support the development of our staff in managerial, training and specialist subjects.
Also key to delivering effective care is our ability to recruit high quality staff. Our Recruitment and Selection Policy, underpinned by equal opportunities principles, is intended to give us the widest choice of candidate. Our selection processes are challenging but exist to ensure only the highest standards.
In Westcountry Ambulance Service we believe in caring for and listening to those who care for and listen to others.
We have comprehensive health and safety policies, a 24-hour self-referral confidential counselling service, staff suggestion and other award schemes.
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We place great emphasis on communication ensuring that staff are at the centre of all we do.
For Living – working for Westcountry Ambulance Service
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you will be part of a quality organisation within the UK’s premier tourist region. The West Country enjoys one of the mildest climates in mainland Britain. With a spectacular coastline, delightful villages and historic towns the West Country provides an environment which is special all year round. If you and your family like hostelries, you will enjoy the great variety to be found in the West Country along with good local food, real ale and lively company. The area contains some of Britain’s most beautiful beaches for water-sports enthusiasts and last great wildernesses with superb wildlife, walking and riding. You will never be at a loss for something to do.
Many of the hospitals serviced by the Trust have sports and social facilities which are open to ambulance staff at discount rates. Stations within the Trust frequently organise social events and sporting activities. These are publicised through the Trust’s weekly newsletter – The Bulletin. Staff also take part in charitable fund raising events, either individually or on a Service wide basis.
Putting it all together, a role in Westcountry Ambulance Service offers a challenging and rewarding career with all the benefits of living in one of the most beautiful areas in Britain.
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Trust Headquarters
Abbey Court
Eagle Way
Exeter
EX2 7HY
24 hour recruitment hotline -
Tel 01392 261559
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