Newly Qualified Paramedics (NQP)

Applicants are asked not to submit an application if they currently have an application in process for the role of NQP.

Ever thought about starting your career as a Newly Qualified Paramedic in Scotland? If so, we may have the role for you…

Have you graduated from an undergraduate Paramedic programme in 2022/23?

Are you a 3rd year student currently studying an undergraduate Paramedic programme?

Are you just registering with the HCPC and looking for somewhere to start your Paramedic career?

Are you already an NQP and looking for a move to Scotland?

If so, The Scottish Ambulance Service is recruiting Newly Qualified Paramedics (NQPs) in locations across Scotland.

As a Service we are developing at pace, in the last five years we have introduced Advanced Paramedics in Urgent and Emergency Care, developed a new clinical response model, rolled out Critical Care Paramedics, developed a new education programme and improved survival from Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrests (OHCA) to world leading levels. We are now embarking on our next 10-year strategy which will see the Service sustain these changes and further develop the clinical care we deliver.

Our NQPs are mentored and monitored over a 12-18 month period, commencing on Agenda for Change Band 5; rising to Band 6 at the end of the probationary term, having completed our NQP development programme.

What do we need from you?

You need to be in your first year of registration, or you are eligible to register with the HCPC.

You also require C1 on your driving licence prior to starting with us as our fleet of A&E vehicles are all Mercedes with a box body conversion, the majority of which are under five years old. You can apply without C1, but any offer of employment would be pending you having C1 by your start date. If this is a barrier, we can help you with a loan to undertake your training prior to your start date. You don’t need to hold an emergency driving qualification as we can help you achieve this.

But more than that, we are looking for Newly Qualified Paramedics who want to help us in the delivery of high-quality care to the people of Scotland. Our Paramedics are exceptional and have a real passion for what they do. The Scottish Ambulance Service consider it a privilege to care for the people of Scotland and if you feel the same way too, apply now.

Why work for the Scottish Ambulance Service?

We are proud to provide an emergency ambulance service to the population of Scotland. We have 6,800 staff working in 150 locations serving all mainland and island communities. Each year, we take around 1 million patients to and from hospital and transfer 90,000 patients between hospital. Our Air Ambulance undertakes around 3,500 missions a year and our SCOTSTAR service transfers 2,500 of Scotland’s most seriously ill patients.

Although we are working in the backdrop of the pandemic, we are continuing to develop the Service at pace with the provision, and improvement, of patient care at the forefront of everything we do.

In addition to your salary, you can also expect a great pension scheme, generous leave entitlement and family friendly polices to help support a healthy work / life balance. To find out more, please visit: https://www.scottishambulance.com/join-our-team/why-work-with-us/

Why come to Scotland?

The decision to come and work for us is not all about the job; Scotland has more to offer than that! From the hustle and bustle of city life to the tranquil environment of our rural communities, Scotland has it all. You can really make the most of your free time, whether you are looking for the cafe culture of our big cities, or you enjoy outdoor pursuits like cycling, climbing, walking and water sports.

Scotland has on average lower costs of living than the rest of the UK and benefits from some of the highest attainment levels of education, free prescriptions, and a higher quality of life. To discover more about living and working in the country we are lucky to call home, please visit: The Official Gateway to Scotland www.scotland.org.

Paramedic, Ben Jackson, speaks on why he relocated to Scotland to join the Scottish Ambulance Service: https://youtu.be/7Y3cKp4SXbQ

How do you apply?

Please click on the ‘Apply for job’ button at the bottom of this page and follow the on-screen instructions. You will receive an automated response as soon as you have submitted your application. Due to pressures within the Service, there may be delays in us being able to progress with your application, we will be in touch with you as soon as we have concluded the shortlisting process.

If you believe you have the necessary skills, experience, and passion to succeed in this role, we look forward to receiving your application.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Paramedic, Ben Jackson, speaks on why he relocated to Scotland to join the Scottish Ambulance Service: