Community Training Volunteer (Bristol)
South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
The closing date is 19 July 2026
The Community Training Volunteer plays a key role in South Western Ambulance’s aim to improve community resilience by increasing knowledge of CPR and how to use a public access defibrillator in case of an emergency.
In the UK, only 1 in every 10 people experiencing an out of hospital cardiac arrest survive to discharge from hospital. Our aim at the South Western Ambulance Service is to give more people and communities the skills and confidence to perform those lifesaving interventions in the first critical minutes before an ambulance arrives.
Community Training Volunteers are supported by their local county Community Engagement and Training Officer (CETO) at South Western Ambulance Service.
As a Community Training Volunteer, you deliver an hour and a half long CPR and defibrillator awareness session. The sessions consist of a presentation and practical exercises. Through the session you will also:
- Raise awareness of the GoodSAM Application which aims to match those with CPR skills with out of hospital cardiac arrests;
- Raise awareness of the South Western Ambulance volunteer Community First Responder schemes;
- Raise awareness and invite donations for the South Western Ambulance Service Charity.
Overall, you will be giving members of the public the skills and knowledge to save a life.
Main duties of the job
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Volunteer reliably and provide notice if unable to complete a scheduled session.
- Carry out volunteering tasks as guided by the local Community Engagement and Training Officer.
- Select and apply appropriate procedures in accordance with training received and relevant policies.
- Communicate with everyone in a clear, effective manner to ensure the best possible experience for all involved.
- Maintain confidentiality of the organisation and its patients in accordance with the Trust’s information governance guidance and policy.
- Treat everyone with dignity and respect.
- Promote Equality & Diversity and a non‑discriminatory culture. Take action when other people’s behaviour undermines expectations.
- Accept that there is no remuneration from the Trust for this role.
- Maintain appropriate standards of cleanliness of the SWAST Volunteer uniform, operating environment, and equipment.
About us
At South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) we have a culture where everyone is valued for being themselves. Our aim is to promote the most inclusive environment, attracting people from a wide range of backgrounds to enrich the work we do together, for the benefit of all of our employees, our patients and the communities we serve. We offer flexible working opportunities, inclusive policies, and a range of feedback mechanisms to support individuals and enable a positive, welcoming environment where our people and their careers can thrive.
We employ over 5,000 staff, mainly clinical, operational and emergency response personnel, as well as supporting roles, including doctors and volunteers such as community first responders and fire co‑responders.
We strive to provide compassionate patient care whilst promoting a safe and enjoyable workplace.
Job Responsibilities
Applicants from the South West, especially from Bristol, Devon, Dorset, Somerset and Gloucestershire, are encouraged to apply.
Interview details: 29th July; location: Bristol Central Station Croydon St, Easton, Bristol BS5 0DA.
Two‑day training course: 22nd & 23rd August 2026.
Training venue yet to be confirmed.
Person Specification
- Ability to drive to pre‑arranged training sessions using own vehicle or a Trust Community Response Vehicle.
- Effective communication with groups.
- Positive outlook.
- Good time management.
- Ability to interact with people from diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
- Emotionally intelligent, able to handle sensitive subjects empathetically.
- Previous training in Basic Life Support (can be updated).
- Experience dealing with a range of age and social groups.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust.
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