Job summary
Are you a Newly Qualified Paramedic in your first or second year of post-registration practice seeking structured support and genuine frontline experience?
Echo Fire and Medical Ltd is a CQC-registered independent ambulance provider delivering NHS-commissioned 999 emergency response services. We are recruiting full-time NQPs to join our Sheffield base, working across frontline 999 response, critical care transfers and high-profile operational deployments.
This role is designed specifically for NQPs. We offer a fully approved NQP programme with a structured portfolio, supervised consolidation and clear development milestones to support your transition into autonomous practice. You will complete a structured induction, receive training on ZOLL X-Series cardiac monitoring equipment and benefit from ongoing clinical supervision within a strong governance framework aligned to NHS standards.
You will respond to live NHS 999 calls on behalf of the ambulance service, gaining meaningful frontline exposure while also experiencing specialist deployments supporting major national events and high-profile productions.
Starting salary is £32,760 with 28 days annual leave, NEST pension scheme and overtime opportunities, including enhanced rates on selected bank holidays.
If you are motivated, reflective and ready to build strong foundations for a sustainable paramedic career, we welcome your application.
Main duties of the job
As a Newly Qualified Paramedic, you will deliver high-quality, patient-centred care across a range of operational deployments based from our Sheffield hub.
You will respond to NHS 999 emergency calls, undertake urgent and critical care transfers, and support a variety of specialist deployments. You will assess, treat, stabilise, and safely convey patients in line with national clinical guidelines, exercising sound clinical judgement appropriate to your level of experience.
The role includes providing outstanding clinical care to patients, accurate and contemporaneous completion of Patient Report Forms (PRFs), effective communication with patients and multidisciplinary colleagues, and active participation in clinical governance processes, reflective practice, and ongoing professional development.
You will work as part of a supportive team environment, contributing positively to operational readiness, patient safety, and the continued development of your own clinical competence through our structured NQP programme.
About us
Echo Fire and Medical Ltd is a CQC-registered independent ambulance provider based in Sheffield, delivering NHS-commissioned 999 emergency response services alongside specialist clinical deployments across the UK.
Our team of paramedics, technicians, educators and operational leaders are committed to delivering safe, high-quality pre-hospital care within a strong clinical governance framework. We promote professionalism, accountability and continuous development in a supportive environment.
Alongside frontline NHS work, our portfolio includes high-profile deployments supporting major television productions and nationally recognised events, including large-scale productions such as Mission: Impossible and the globally recognised Gladiators TV series, as well as major sporting events. These varied environments provide unique operational exposure while maintaining the same high clinical standards expected in NHS response.
We invest in modern equipment, including ZOLL X-Series cardiac monitoring technology, structured induction pathways and a fully approved NQP programme designed to build confident and clinically sound practitioners.
Working at Echo means being part of a forward-thinking team that values high performance, learning and doing things properly, both clinically and professionally with varied deployments that support long-term career development.
Details
Date posted
16 February 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£32,760 a year T&C apply, starting salary listed
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
E
Job locations
Unit 12 & 13 Chambers Way
Chapeltown
Sheffield
S35 2PH
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
To deliver safe, effective and patient-centred pre-hospital care across NHS-commissioned 999 emergency response services and specialist deployments, while progressing through a structured Newly Qualified Paramedic (NQP) programme designed to support the transition into autonomous clinical practice.
The post holder will assess, treat, stabilise and, where appropriate, convey patients in accordance with national clinical guidelines, local policies and professional standards.
Clinical Care
* Respond to NHS 999 emergency calls on behalf of the ambulance service.
* Undertake comprehensive patient assessment, clinical examination and formulation of appropriate care plans.
* Deliver evidence-based interventions in line with JRCALC guidance and organisational policies.
* Safely manage a wide range of medical, trauma and time-critical presentations within scope of practice.
* Determine appropriate conveyance decisions, including non-conveyance where clinically justified.
* Escalate appropriately and seek clinical advice when required.
* Maintain patient dignity, safeguarding awareness and equality standards at all times.
Documentation & Governance
* Complete accurate, contemporaneous and legally robust Patient Report Forms (PRFs).
* Ensure documentation reflects clear clinical reasoning and decision-making.
* Participate in PRF audits and reflective practice as part of the NQP programme.
* Comply with CQC standards, organisational policies and national regulatory requirements.
* Participate in incident reporting, learning responses and patient safety processes where required.
NQP Programme & Development
* Engage fully with the organisations approved NQP programme and portfolio.
* Complete required competency assessments and developmental milestones.
* Participate in supervised consolidation periods where applicable.
* Attend structured training sessions, case reviews and professional development meetings.
* Maintain HCPC registration and fulfil ongoing CPD requirements.
Operational Responsibilities
* Operate safely and professionally within dynamic and varied environments.
* Participate in frontline 999 response, critical care transfers event medical deployments and specialist deployments as required.
* Maintain operational readiness of vehicles, equipment and medications.
* Use ZOLL X-Series cardiac monitoring equipment competently following structured training.
* Adhere to infection prevention and control standards.
* Demonstrate professional communication with patients, families and multidisciplinary partners.
Professional Standards
* Act in accordance with HCPC Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics.
* Maintain high standards of professionalism, appearance and behaviour.
* Demonstrate accountability for clinical decisions and actions.
* Keep up to date with all statutory and mandatory training requirements as defined by the organisation and regulatory bodies.
* Promote a positive organisational culture and contribute to team cohesion.
Accountability
The post holder is professionally accountable for their clinical practice within their scope of competence and will work under the clinical governance framework of Echo Fire and Medical Ltd.
Working Conditions
The role involves shift work, including days, nights, weekends and bank holidays, in line with operational requirements. The post holder will work across a range of operational settings, including frontline emergency response and specialist deployments. We have an outstanding Employee Assistance Programme in place to support our staff along with additional career development opportunities for those wishing to develop their Paramedic career further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
To deliver safe, effective and patient-centred pre-hospital care across NHS-commissioned 999 emergency response services and specialist deployments, while progressing through a structured Newly Qualified Paramedic (NQP) programme designed to support the transition into autonomous clinical practice.
The post holder will assess, treat, stabilise and, where appropriate, convey patients in accordance with national clinical guidelines, local policies and professional standards.
Clinical Care
* Respond to NHS 999 emergency calls on behalf of the ambulance service.
* Undertake comprehensive patient assessment, clinical examination and formulation of appropriate care plans.
* Deliver evidence-based interventions in line with JRCALC guidance and organisational policies.
* Safely manage a wide range of medical, trauma and time-critical presentations within scope of practice.
* Determine appropriate conveyance decisions, including non-conveyance where clinically justified.
* Escalate appropriately and seek clinical advice when required.
* Maintain patient dignity, safeguarding awareness and equality standards at all times.
Documentation & Governance
* Complete accurate, contemporaneous and legally robust Patient Report Forms (PRFs).
* Ensure documentation reflects clear clinical reasoning and decision-making.
* Participate in PRF audits and reflective practice as part of the NQP programme.
* Comply with CQC standards, organisational policies and national regulatory requirements.
* Participate in incident reporting, learning responses and patient safety processes where required.
NQP Programme & Development
* Engage fully with the organisations approved NQP programme and portfolio.
* Complete required competency assessments and developmental milestones.
* Participate in supervised consolidation periods where applicable.
* Attend structured training sessions, case reviews and professional development meetings.
* Maintain HCPC registration and fulfil ongoing CPD requirements.
Operational Responsibilities
* Operate safely and professionally within dynamic and varied environments.
* Participate in frontline 999 response, critical care transfers event medical deployments and specialist deployments as required.
* Maintain operational readiness of vehicles, equipment and medications.
* Use ZOLL X-Series cardiac monitoring equipment competently following structured training.
* Adhere to infection prevention and control standards.
* Demonstrate professional communication with patients, families and multidisciplinary partners.
Professional Standards
* Act in accordance with HCPC Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics.
* Maintain high standards of professionalism, appearance and behaviour.
* Demonstrate accountability for clinical decisions and actions.
* Keep up to date with all statutory and mandatory training requirements as defined by the organisation and regulatory bodies.
* Promote a positive organisational culture and contribute to team cohesion.
Accountability
The post holder is professionally accountable for their clinical practice within their scope of competence and will work under the clinical governance framework of Echo Fire and Medical Ltd.
Working Conditions
The role involves shift work, including days, nights, weekends and bank holidays, in line with operational requirements. The post holder will work across a range of operational settings, including frontline emergency response and specialist deployments. We have an outstanding Employee Assistance Programme in place to support our staff along with additional career development opportunities for those wishing to develop their Paramedic career further.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Evidence of successful completion of a pre-registration paramedic programme with a recognised University. .
* Demonstrable understanding of autonomous clinical decision-making within scope of practice.
* Experience of working effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment (such as/including student placements).
* Experience of reflective practice.
Desirable
* Experience responding to emergency or urgent care calls.
* Exposure to varied operational environments (e.g. frontline response, event medicine, hospital placements).
Additional criteria
Essential
* Commitment to completing and engaging fully with an approved NQP programme and structured portfolio.
* Ability to demonstrate safe clinical reasoning and awareness of professional limitations.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work flexibly across varying shift patterns, including nights, weekends and bank holidays.
* Willingness to undertake CERAD training if not already qualified.
* Commitment to maintaining statutory and mandatory training compliance.
* Professional attitude aligned with HCPC Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics.
Qualifications
Essential
* Qualifications
* Essential:
* BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science or recognised equivalent qualification.
* Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Paramedic.
* Eligibility to practise as a Newly Qualified Paramedic (within first or second year of post-registration).
* Valid UK driving licence.
Desirable
* Desirable:
* Certificate in Emergency Response Ambulance Driving (CERAD) qualification.
* Evidence of additional relevant clinical training or CPD.
* Please Note:
* Applicants who do not currently hold a CERAD qualification may still apply. Echo Fire and Medical Ltd can provide this as part of the offer of employment. Where required, this will be delivered through a structured agreement during the first 12 months of employment, with a corresponding salary adjustment arrangement to support the training provision.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Evidence of successful completion of a pre-registration paramedic programme with a recognised University. .
* Demonstrable understanding of autonomous clinical decision-making within scope of practice.
* Experience of working effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment (such as/including student placements).
* Experience of reflective practice.
Desirable
* Experience responding to emergency or urgent care calls.
* Exposure to varied operational environments (e.g. frontline response, event medicine, hospital placements).
Additional criteria
Essential
* Commitment to completing and engaging fully with an approved NQP programme and structured portfolio.
* Ability to demonstrate safe clinical reasoning and awareness of professional limitations.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work flexibly across varying shift patterns, including nights, weekends and bank holidays.
* Willingness to undertake CERAD training if not already qualified.
* Commitment to maintaining statutory and mandatory training compliance.
* Professional attitude aligned with HCPC Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics.
Qualifications
Essential
* Qualifications
* Essential:
* BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science or recognised equivalent qualification.
* Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Paramedic.
* Eligibility to practise as a Newly Qualified Paramedic (within first or second year of post-registration).
* Valid UK driving licence.
Desirable
* Desirable:
* Certificate in Emergency Response Ambulance Driving (CERAD) qualification.
* Evidence of additional relevant clinical training or CPD.
* Please Note:
* Applicants who do not currently hold a CERAD qualification may still apply. Echo Fire and Medical Ltd can provide this as part of the offer of employment. Where required, this will be delivered through a structured agreement during the first 12 months of employment, with a corresponding salary adjustment arrangement to support the training provision.
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.
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.
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
Echo Fire and Medical Limited
Address
Unit 12 & 13 Chambers Way
Chapeltown
Sheffield
S35 2PH
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Employer details
Employer name
Echo Fire and Medical Limited
Address
Unit 12 & 13 Chambers Way
Chapeltown
Sheffield
S35 2PH
Employer's website
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