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Home > Careers with heart > Join our team

Join our team

Working for the ambulance service can be challenging, tiring and emotional. But it’s also one of the most rewarding careers - no matter which role you play

Every day we provide healthcare assistance to thousands of patients across the North West. Whether it’s through our emergency 999 service, NHS 111 or Patient Transport Service we strive to deliver the right care, at the right time, in the right place; every time.Working for the ambulance service can be challenging, tiring and emotional. But it’s also one of the most rewarding careers – no matter which role you play.

So who do we want working with us? We want the best! We want people who will give their all to provide quality care now and in the future. Those who can work as part of a team to get the best outcome. And those who show compassion and strength in some of the most challenging and emotional situations.

We welcome people from all walks of life into our team – from different backgrounds, nationalities, ages and experience of work. A diverse workforce is strong one.

Have you got what it takes? We’re currently recruiting for several roles across the region – take a look at our vacancies.

Or you can find out more about the different roles within the ambulance service or take a look at the benefits of working with us.

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