Join and Make a Difference as a

Community First Responder

Are you interested in becoming a Community First Responder? The Community First Responder role is open to anyone over the age of eighteen, regardless of gender, who has access to a car, who are willing to dedicate their spare time to helping others in urgent need. Our volunteers are ready to respond to 999 calls, providing essential support in emergencies. Whether from your home or workplace, your swift action can make the difference in an emergency situation.

Our responders come from diverse backgrounds, bringing their unique strengths to the team. No prior medical experience is required when becoming a Community First Responder, comprehensive training is provided to ensure you are well-prepared for a range of situations.

This role is not only about providing medical aid but also about offering comfort and reassurance to those in distress.

CFR role offers opportunities for

growth and learning

In addition to the personal fulfillment and sense of community contribution, being a Community First Responder also offers an opportunity for personal growth and skill development. You’ll learn valuable life-saving skills, improve your ability to handle high-pressure situations, and connect with a network of dedicated individuals.

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Community First Responder

Before Applying

Meeting the criteria of a

Community First Responder

As a Community First Responder, you’ll seamlessly integrate your on-call responsibilities with your daily activities. CFRs predomenently remain within their local area and are prepared to promptly respond to emergencies. Ideal candidates are highly reliable, trustworthy, and excel under pressure. The ability to stay calm in critical situations, coupled with a compassionate approach towards patients, is essential. A good level of physical fitness is also crucial to effectively handle the demands of this vital role.

Training and mentoring will be provided and South Northants Responders are supported by East Midlands Ambulance Service, EMAS.

The criteria for becoming a Community First Responder is:
  • Be over 18yrs
  • Have a full UK Driving Licence which you have held for over 12 months and which carries no more than 3 penalty points. We cannot accept volunteers drink driving endorsements within 11 years of application.
  • Have access to a car for responding purposes
  • Agree to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and disclose any past convictions, reprimands or warnings, including those which for all other purposes may be considered spent. Please note this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and acceptance is at the discretion of East Midlands Ambulance Service. Failure to disclose any previous criminal record will affect your application.
  • Be able to commit to a minimum of 200 hours a year voluntary service.
In addition to the above volunteers are also required to:
  • Regularly attend scheme meetings for support and training.
  • Help with events, event cover, fundraising and other group activities.
  • Stay updated and in contact with the group coordinator via email or social media.
 

Trained First Responders in your community

Community First Responders (CFR) give life-saving aid to patients in their community who dial 999 or 111. Community First Responders are not employees of East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS), all CFRs are volunteers who undertake training to be able to help the people in the community with the support of EMAS frontline services.

Your role as a

First Responder

Community First Responders are now playing a vital role in the emergency care. They are just ordinary members of the public who have been trained by the ambulance service to deliver life-saving skills in their local areas pending the arrival of an ambulance.

Prior to becoming a Community First Responder, training and equipment allocation, prospective responders have to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) which is carried out by the East Midlands Ambulance Service.

Community First Responder

Application Form

  • Be over 18yrs
  • Have a full UK Driving Licence which you have held for over 12 months and which carries no more than 3 penalty points. We cannot accept volunteers drink driving endorsements within 11 years of application.
  • Have access to a car for responding purposes
  • Agree to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and disclose any past convictions, reprimands or warnings, including those which for all other purposes may be considered spent. Please note this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and acceptance is at the discretion of East Midlands Ambulance Service. Failure to disclose any previous criminal record will affect your application.
  • Be able to commit to a minimum of 200 hours a year voluntary service (approximately 16hrs per month)

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