Fully Qualified Paramedic - CHARU
It has been an exciting time at Welsh Ambulance Services NHS Trust as we continue our journey of "Being our Best", and our mission to provide world-class patient care.
We are now looking to appoint fully qualified paramedics to our CHARU team.
Interview Dates (including driving, OSCE and MCQ Assessment - 29th July, 30th July and 1st August in Brecon.
Please note we are not able to accept applications for BANK for this vacancy.
Stations to include -
Merthyr Tydfil
Newport
Caerphilly
If successful 4 week training will commence 20th October 2025 in Swansea.
The Cymru High Acuity Response Unit (CHARU) is a specialised resource operated by a Paramedic or Senior Paramedic who has successfully completed an intensive training program. This program is designed to enhance technical expertise in cardiac arrest management and trauma care, while also introducing essential non-technical skills.
CHARU's primary objective is to coordinate and deliver optimal patient care, provide support in clinical decision-making, and enhance the quality of care during critical incidents.
The unit are equipped with advanced resources, including enhanced analgesia and a mechanical CPR device, which can be deployed in specific situations to improve patient outcomes
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
#RemarkablePeople
Our workforce is made up of over 4,000 remarkable people who contribute to the delivery of world-class patient care across Wales, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Whether you work in a patient-facing role or within our range of support services, the work that you do enables us to provide high quality care, wherever and whenever we’re needed.
The Trust recognises the need for its workforce to represent the diversity of the population it serves across the whole of Wales and seeks to create an environment where diversity is celebrated and inclusivity matters. We are also keen to break down any barriers into the Trust, and would encourage applications from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ communities and disability groups.
Careers within the Welsh Ambulance Services University NHS Trust are diverse and varied, with opportunities arising right across the service. Whatever your skills and background, you’re sure to find a career with us which is fulfilling, challenging, and rewarding.
In line with the Trust’s Starting Salary Procedure, all applicants will start at the bottom of the band for the position applied for, but can apply for a higher salary if they have previous experience relevant to the position.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: WAST Recruitment Team Job title: Recruitment Team Email address:
[email protected] 
