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Job overview
The Hazardous Area Response Team works within hazardous areas, to deliver the highest standards of prehospital specialist clinical care to all patients actually or potentially affected by any major civil emergency, or an accidental or deliberate release of hazardous materials, or a chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear agent.
The HART Second in Command will be responsible for supervising a team of staff who will respond to incidents which have occurred in hazardous environments, or where the HART skills will improve patient outcomes, under the direction of the HART Team Leader.
This role allows operatives to develop the skills and work towards becoming successful future leaders.
It is expected that HART Second in Command will actively apply for HART Team Leader vacancies after 12 months in post (subject to availability).
Main duties of the job
The HART Second in Command will be responsible for ensuring all staff remain safe within the workplace.
The HART Second in Command will ensure all station duty tasks are completed by HART staff on shift.
Working for our organisation
You'll have the opportunity to work in one of the most diverse regions in the country, with the vibrant capital city just a stone's throw away and the invigorating North Sea coast to the east.
The East of England offers a unique blend of innovation and opportunity, surrounded by picturesque countryside, historic towns, and quick access to both the bustling capital and serene coastlines.
At EEAST we bring together all our skills to provide 24 hour, 365 days a year urgent care to those in need of emergency and non-emergency medical treatment and transport in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire.
We are always looking to innovate our approaches and work together to offer the best possible patient care across our counties.
We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as Black, Asian, or other ethnic groups, individuals with a Disability, or LGBTQ+ individuals who meet the specific criteria.
We at EEAST want to support our employees achieve a balance between work and other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, family commitments, further learning, and other interests. We therefore welcome flexible working requests.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to sperate JD and Person Specification attached to the advert (below) for further information.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. HCPC registered Paramedic
2. Currently competent in HART core competencies
Desirable criteria
3. Successfully completed a NARU USAR Course.
4. Successful completion of an EEAST Command Foundation Course.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
Essential criteria
5. Demonstrate effective communication, verbally and in writing, in complex, contentious, and sensitive situations with people of all levels.
6. Ability to develop and adapt to change.
7. Planning and decision-making skills.
8. Effective at delegating appropriately to others.
9. Demonstrable ability to manage resources effectively and efficiently.
Practical Abilities & Attributes
Essential criteria
10. Ability to develop effective professional working relationships with colleagues and the public.
11. Self-motivated and the ability to motivate others in a challenging and changing environment.
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Candidates who require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the United Kingdom can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for this position by assessing their circumstances against the criteria specified on the Check if you need a UK visa - website. We encourage all applicants to review these criteria carefully to understand their eligibility for sponsorship.
References and Employment History: All references from current and previous employers, will be sought via their Human Resources Department and must cover a minimum of 3 years employment. Therefore, when completing the reference section of your application form, please give the address, telephone number and email address of the Human Resources Department and indicate your current/previous line manager and their departmental details.
All appointments will be subject to currently having a clean disciplinary record.
Please be advised that a No Smoking Policy is in operation throughout the Trust.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme - Under the Trust's commitment 'Positive about Disabled People', if you consider yourself as having a disability and you meet the minimum selection criteria for any post, you will get an automatic interview. By minimum selection criteria we mean that you must provide us with evidence in your application form which demonstrates the essential requirements as set out in the person specification and advertisement for a post.
We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications, regardless of age, race, religion & belief, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, marriage & civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity or disability.