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Job overview
We are recruiting 1 Trainee Clinical Tutor for a 12 month secondment to be based one at Brentside Education Centre.
Please don't hesitate to contact us if you need support in applying for this role or the opportunity to shadow in one of our Education Centres to get a snapshot of what this role entails.
The Clinical Tutor role attracts a 13% retention and recruitment payment, this is calculated on the basic salary.
You will be supported to gain your CAVA and educational award. With relevant experience in the department you will have the opportunity to interview for a Band 7 position.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a diverse team, supporting the clinical education programmes for Ambulance Operations. We are looking for highly motivated, dynamic and innovative HCPC registered practising Paramedics to join our team to inspire new and existing staff, delivering a range of educational programmes.
The teaching qualifications are e.g. Certificate in Education/PGCE or equivalent · Level 3 Assessor qualification (Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement or equivalent.
Please note that enrolment for the Level 7 teaching qualification (PGCE) happens twice annually (usually January & September).
If you are considering applying and already hold the required clinical tutor qualifications we can review the banding and consider Band 7 for either of these secondments where appropriate.
Please note they are looking to hold assessments on 17/08/2026 and if successful then interviews will be on 18/08/2026. Both assessment and interviews will be held at Brentside.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will deliver both clinical/technical related education and training. This will take place within education centres in a formal classroom setting or virtual classroom and within an operational environment where there will be patient interaction on operational vehicles as Paramedics interacting with patients in external environments to support partner education programmes.
The post holder will deliver these activities, as scheduled to meet the demands of the agreed training plan, including the monitoring and mentoring of all learner activities.
The post holder will be actively involved in promoting best practise across the service whilst maintaining compliance with local and national policies and standards.
The post holder will be developed across the educational and leadership aspects, enabling them to undertake a range of managerial and education duties and provide visible clinical and managerial leadership.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
We are recruiting to 1 seconded role.
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for more information on the requirements of the role.
The recruitment process will include:
- Application on Trac
- An assessment centre that will consist of a clinical question paper and a 10 minute presentation
- Successful candidates from the assessment centre will then attend a values based interview
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Practising and HCPC Registered Paramedic with two years’ experience
- Experience of developing staff within a team context
- Experience of supervising and mentoring staff
Desirable
- Experience in teaching / education
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Good knowledge and experience of operational ambulance duties, work procedures & practice
- Maintain currency with clinical/technical developments, using appropriate reference materials
- Working to deadlines without compromising performance
- Ability to adapt and maintain flexibility within a changing organisation
- The ability to motivate staff in a challenging environment, and the ability to actively promote team working initiatives
- Effective written and oral communication and the ability to network successfully with colleagues in other agencies and emergency services
- Act as a role model by demonstrating commitment & adherence to the Service Vision & Values
Qualifications, Accreditations, Education
Essential
- Paramedic qualification and HCPC registration
- Educated to degree level or equivalent professional qualification
- Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA) or equivalent, or complete within 12 months of appointment
- Full, driving licence, valid in the UK and no more than 3 penalty points
- Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training / PGCE or complete within 12 months of appointment
- Blue Light Driving qualification
Desirable
- Certificate in Practice Education
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This advert is for Trainee Clinical Education Tutor - Brentside with London Ambulance Service NHS Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Paramedic role. The advertised salary is £45,953 - £54,254 per annum inclusive of HCAS Outer London. The contract type is Secondment: 12 months. The application deadline is 05 Aug 2026.
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