Emergency Medical Dispatcher King's Trust

South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust Emergency Medical Dispatcher – Exeter (The King's Trust)
Closing date: 07 August 2026

When someone calls 999, you will be their first point of contact in a medical emergency. Based in our Exeter Control Room, you will listen, assess and respond with care – capturing vital information, offering reassurance and ensuring every patient gets the right care at the right time.

The role is part-time 24/7 365 days a year. Flexibility will be considered through a flexible working application.

• Listen to emergency 999 calls and assess patient situation.
• Capture and record vital information accurately.
• Offer reassurance and support to callers.
• Coordinate with ambulance services to ensure timely dispatch of the correct response.
• Operate within the control room environment for 24/7 shifts.

• Age 18-30 years.
• Based in the United Kingdom with the right to work.
• Right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship).

• Standard working week of 37.5 hours.
• Holiday entitlement of 27 days per year, rising to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years.
• Pay enhancements for out‑of‑hours, shift and overtime work.
• Career and salary progression opportunities.
• Car leasing scheme.
• Free parking across Trust sites.
• Staff networks.
• Wide range of discounts from various UK organisations.

For more information about the role, see the attached Full EMD advert and person specification. This role does not meet the criteria for skilled worker visa sponsorship; existing right to work in the UK is required.