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Job summary

Main area
Resuscitation Training
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 6
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Part time - 34 hours per week (Working over 4 days.)
Job ref
405-26-NM192RES
Employer
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Dorset County Hospital
Town
Dorchester
Salary
£39,959 - £48,117 Per Annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
19/04/2026 23:59
Interview date
05/05/2026

Employer heading

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust logo

Resuscitation Officer

NHS AfC: Band 6

Outstanding Care, Outstanding Careers

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Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person to join our small & friendly team. This role is predominantly educational and the successful candidate will be delivering a range of resuscitation training to Clinical staff across the Trust and to external clients. Recent experience in acute care is required and previous experience as a Resuscitation Officer would be an advantage.

The successful candidate will be a Registered Nurse/ODP/Paramedic and possess a current Resuscitation Council (UK) Immediate or Advanced Life Support Instructor Certificate.

Main duties of the job

  • To provide resuscitation training and education within the guidelines of the Trust, the Resuscitation Council (UK) 
  • To provide resuscitation and deteriorating patient simulation training and education packages which reflect current evidence and policy based practice using simulators and other relevant equipment under the direction of the Lead Educator for Resuscitation.
  • To provide clinical and technical support and advice as an active member of the cardiac arrest team.

Working for our organisation

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.
Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.

UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment. 

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential criteria
  • 1st Level Registration (UK) Nurse/ODP/Paramedic
  • Resuscitation Council (UK)ALS Instructor/IC
  • Evidence of CPD.
  • Resuscitation Council (UK)ILS Instructor/IC
Desirable criteria
  • Critical Care/equivalent Qualification.
  • Resuscitation Council(UK) EPALS Instructor/IC
  • Formal Teaching & Assessing Qualification. (not mentorship)

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential criteria
  • Evidence of recent post Registration experience in an acute care area
Desirable criteria
  • Evidence of experience of work within Resuscitation/ Simulation training.
  • Evidence of experience of clinical audit.
  • Evidence of teaching in current role.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Essential criteria
  • Evidence of excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
  • Evidence of ability to work without supervision and manage time effectively.
  • Evidence of ability to work flexibly.
  • Evidence of ability to work within a team effectively.
  • Evidence of a full driving license with ability & access to drive own car.
Desirable criteria
  • Evidence of ability to work as an expert practitioner.
  • Evidence of successful management of change.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Apprenticeships logoArmed Forces CovenantArmed Forces Covenant (Silver Award)NHS Pastoral Care Quality Award

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
David Toman
Job title
Lead Educator Resuscitation
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01305 255334
Additional information

Elaine Hartley, Head of Education, Learning and Development

[email protected]

01305 255178

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