Clinical Training Officer x 1 Special Operations Response Teams
Do you have a passion for specialist education?
Due to ongoing departmental developments, the National Risk and Resilience Department (NRRD) is looking to recruit a Clinical Training Officer attached to the Special Operations Response Teams (SORT). The successful applicant will primarily operate under the supervision of the NRRD Training Centre in Newbridge, with a national remit requiring nationwide travel.
The Department aims to provide a comprehensive, effective, and robust organisation-wide structure for risk management, emergency planning, business continuity, infrastructure security, community resilience, strategic operations, and specialised operational response. The NRRD team also manages and trains three full-time Specialist Operations Response Teams.
Reporting to the Training & Development Manager (SORT), you will assist in delivering all aspects of specialist training and exercises within NRRD and SORT.
The post holder must be a Paramedic registered with the Health Care Professions Council and ideally experienced in supporting the delivery, development, implementation, and evaluation of adult education. An appropriate teaching qualification (Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training or equivalent) or above is required, along with a proven track record of developing and delivering educational curricula within healthcare settings.
Knowledge of our specialist response capabilities and experience in ambulance education within Special Operations Response Teams or CBRN responder teams is advantageous.
You will represent the Scottish Ambulance Service on specialist groups with emergency services and Scottish Government and engage with training development opportunities with key stakeholders.
Major incidents can occur at any time, and you may be required to respond as a Tactical Advisor or in a leadership role. Participation in a formal on-call rota as part of the NRRD leadership team is expected.
This role involves handling sensitive information, requiring Security Clearance (SC).
Informal enquiries should be directed to Stephen Welsh, Training & Development Manager (SORT), at 07975780792.
Due to legislative changes effective from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check. If classified as a "regulated role," appointment will be subject to joining the PVG Scheme. Any changes to current requirements will be confirmed by the Hiring Manager or Recruitment Team. For more details, please visit the official site.
NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity within its workforce and eliminating discrimination. We welcome applications from all sections of society.
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