Job summary
We are looking for a an enthusiastic and proactive Paramedic to join our multi-disciplinary team for 25-32 hours per week.
The paramedic will provide care for the presenting patient from initial history taking and clinical assessment through to the diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of care. They will demonstrate critical thinking in the clinical decision-making process, including assessment and diagnostic skills, leading to the delivery of safe care for all patients. They will work collaboratively with the healthcare team to meet the needs of the patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures. The paramedic will provide a holistic and clinical service, with support from GPs as required, implementing agreed management plans, and following approved protocols as appropriate. Supervision will be provided by designated GP at the practice.
Role may also include doing clinical triage.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Services
Undertake acute assessments of patients within their own homes, making clinical judgements as to their further treatment.
Prescribing medications to patients in line with local PSD.
Empowering patients to take responsibility for managing their own care and treatment where it is safe and appropriate to do so.
Responsibility for Administration
Ensure complete and accurate documentation of every patient contact, including advice given. Records must be accurate and reflect the clinical activity in accordance with professional guidelines on clinical record keeping.
To complete all referral processes and liaise with outside agencies regarding these referrals as needed.
To provide regular support and feedback to practice on patients at risk of being admitted to hospital.
Please refer to the attached job descriptoin for further information.
About us
Brookside Group Practice, part of Earley PCN, is a forward-thinking training practice, providing mentorship to individuals to help them realise their full potential. We are a member of the BOB ICB (Berkshire, Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Integrated Care Board), for which we are rated good and have a history of high QOF achievement.
Serving approximately 31,000 patients from our 4 surgeries in Earley, Lower Earley, Winnersh and Wilderness Road, we have a large multi-disciplinary team of around 130 people. Our collaborative team comprises of Doctors, Physician Associates, Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, Pharmacists, Primary Care Paramedics, Health & Wellbeing Advisors, MSK Practitioners and Support & Administration staff.
We recently won the HSJ (Health Services Journal) Digital Award for our innovative work we've done to refine our triage processes and model of care.
Due to our size, we value communication and teamwork. We operate a strongly relational team structure and endeavour to listen well, encourage ownership and involvement, and enable staff to grow in their individual development. We, there, invest a lot of time in team meetings and communication across the organisation.
Details
Date posted
12 February 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A
Job locations
Brookside Close
Earley
Reading
RG6 7HG
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are a training practice, use the EMIS Clinical system and have a strong emphasis on proactive teamwork.
The successful candidate will work as part of the clinical team and be responsible for providing a high level of service to our patients.
Please refer to the uploaded job description for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are a training practice, use the EMIS Clinical system and have a strong emphasis on proactive teamwork.
The successful candidate will work as part of the clinical team and be responsible for providing a high level of service to our patients.
Please refer to the uploaded job description for further details.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
* Excellent communication skills
* Ability to prioritise, delegate and work to deadlines
* Effective time management
Desirable
* Strong IT skills
* EMIS Web
Personal Qualities
Essential
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Motivated & proactive
* Ability to use initiative & judgement
* Ability to work under pressure
* Ability to drive & deliver change effectively
* Needs to hold a full UK driving license and have access to a vehicle daily
Qualifications
Essential
* Educated to Paramedic Science/Practice or a Paramedic Degree Apprenticeship or be an experienced IHCD Paramedic
* HCPC Registration: Must be a registered Paramedic with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
* Good standard of education with excellent literacy and numeracy skills
Desirable
* Specialism in Respiratory or Diabetes
Experience
Essential
* Minimum of 2 years experience of working with healthcare professionals and or previous experience in the NHS
Desirable
* Previously working in a GP surgery
* Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD): Up-to-date CPD portfolio relevant to scope of practice
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
* Excellent communication skills
* Ability to prioritise, delegate and work to deadlines
* Effective time management
Desirable
* Strong IT skills
* EMIS Web
Personal Qualities
Essential
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Motivated & proactive
* Ability to use initiative & judgement
* Ability to work under pressure
* Ability to drive & deliver change effectively
* Needs to hold a full UK driving license and have access to a vehicle daily
Qualifications
Essential
* Educated to Paramedic Science/Practice or a Paramedic Degree Apprenticeship or be an experienced IHCD Paramedic
* HCPC Registration: Must be a registered Paramedic with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
* Good standard of education with excellent literacy and numeracy skills
Desirable
* Specialism in Respiratory or Diabetes
Experience
Essential
* Minimum of 2 years experience of working with healthcare professionals and or previous experience in the NHS
Desirable
* Previously working in a GP surgery
* Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD): Up-to-date CPD portfolio relevant to scope of practice
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
Brookside Group Practice
Address
Brookside Close
Earley
Reading
RG6 7HG
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Employer details
Employer name
Brookside Group Practice
Address
Brookside Close
Earley
Reading
RG6 7HG
Employer's website
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