East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Newly Qualified Paramedic - Trust wide
The closing date is 29 November 2026

Job summary
East Midlands Ambulance NHS Trust (EMAS) are pleased to be advertising for Newly Qualified Paramedics (NQPs) across our regions.

This advert is open to graduates who have already graduated and recently qualified from a HCPC approved Paramedic programme, having gained or are in the process of obtaining their HCPC registration.

Main duties of the job
EMAS has an established NQP programme and a dynamic and diverse group of NQPs within the Trust.

EMAS follow the national guidance in relation to NQP development and as a NQP you will follow a 24 month pathway upon commencing employment. During the NQP period you will benefit from designated preceptorship, clinical reviews and developmental opportunities.

You will be required to complete a portfolio of development against the national 'consolidation of learning outcomes'.

About us
Working for us not only provides job satisfaction of knowing that what you do makes a real difference to our patients, but we offer a range of other great benefits too. We offer:

• Flexible approach to working patterns, we understand the importance of a work life balance and have a wide selection of rotas for part-time and full-time staff
• Holiday entitlement of 27 days rising to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years, plus public bank holiday entitlement (pro rata for part time).
• Pay enhancements for out of hours, shift and overtime working, career and salary progression and annual personal development review.
• We are a uniformed service and uniform will be provided where this is a requirement of the role
• Expert training and support from our dedicated in-house education team.
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme.
• Occupational Health support along with an Employee Assistance Programme
• Supporting wellbeing networks
• NHS Discounts in over 200+ stores including Holidays, Days out, Car insurance, Restaurants and Clothing.

A first-class employer, promoting equality, diversity and inclusion of our employees. We are a Rainbow Accredited organisation, and a Veteran Aware and Disability Confident employer. We actively encourage applications from across the diverse communities that we serve

Details
Date posted: 13 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year. Agenda for Change. Section 2 Unsocial Hours
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 335-A-2145
Job locations: Trust Wide, Various Stations, NG8 6PY, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
About You
You hold or are in the process of obtaining a HCPC registration as a Paramedic.

You will be committed to the Paramedic profession and providing outstanding patient care to the people who access EMAS.

You will hold/demonstrate personal and professional values that align to the EMAS values of Respect, Integrity, Contribution, Teamwork and Competence. You will commit to making a difference and showing both care and compassion in your work to patients, their significant others and fellow colleagues.

NQP Opportunities
As an NQP at EMAS you will have an opportunity to work with experienced Paramedics, Technicians and Emergency Ambulance Associates. After 12 months you will complete Practice Educator development and support students. At 12 months, post qualifying you will also be supported to work as a Paramedic on a solo response basis.

Planning Your Application
Please remember that your supporting information enables us to assess you against the NQP job description and person specification. Please use this space to outline your development, achievements and aspirations. Please ensure you clearly list all your qualifications, including your Paramedic qualification.

A detailed description of the roles and responsibilities can be found within the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. We encourage you to download and review the attached document to support you in the completion of your application.

NQPs and Driving
When applying to EMAS as a NQP you must have at least a C1 provisional licence.
By the point of commencement of employment NQPs must hold a Full C1 licence.
EMAS will support NQPs with other emergency driving development following employment.

Person Specification

• Has completed a Paramedic course (FdSc/DipHE/BSc Hons/MSc) at a University
• Has completed a course which is HCPC approved (leads to registration)
• Has produced professional supporting information demonstrating evidence against the person specification requirement.
• Within supporting information is committed to Trust/profession and patient care.
• Obtained or in process of obtaining HCPC registration.
• Manual UK driving licence with at least Provisional C1 and no more than 3 points at point of application (for minor speeding offenses only)

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.

Employer details
Employer name: East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust
Address: Trust Wide, Various Stations, Trust Wide, NG8 6PY, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.emas.nhs.uk/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Recruitment Team, recruitmentteam@emas.nhs.uk