Just the job! West Midlands Ambulance paramedic campaign attracts hundreds of applicants
A West Midlands Ambulance Service recruitment campaign to find paramedics has attracted hundreds of applicants thanks to the success of a string of television programmes.
More than 13,000 people have viewed the call for paramedics on NHS Jobs, with at least 1,000 people starting their application.
Bosses said that TV hits such as Ambulance on BBC One, 999 on the Frontline on More 4 and Inside the Ambulance on the W Channel had helped get people interested in a career as a paramedic.
Louise Harris, recruitment manager, said: “There is no doubt that we have seen a huge level of interest in the role of student paramedic. Our social media channels on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram have seen loads of people asking for more information. We’re also providing daily hints and tips.
“It is great news that so many people have taken the time to look at the role. As an ‘earn as you learn’ scheme, it opens up possibilities to a wide range of people in the region.
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“We have seen people apply from all different communities and backgrounds but also a wide range of ages from teens to their 50s – many who are looking at a complete career change or even a third career.
“From our perspective, this is excellent news because it means we get a really good variety of people from all walks of life, area, ethnic group and community which can only be good for the service.”
Applications close at 11.59pm on December 24. To date, 342 people have submitted their application with hundreds more midway through.
To apply the applicant needs to have at least five GCSEs (A – C grade) including English, Maths and Science, and a single A Level in any subject. Equivalent qualifications will be accepted.
In addition, they must have at least applied for you C1 driving licence.
