Recruitment Process - First Responders
Application FormsIn the first instance, download an application form and return it by post to:
Post: 24 Burton Square, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST179LT
Email: Leigh.Rogers@padcfr.com
Enhanced CRBFirst Responders will respond to home addresses within their community and have access to confidential information. For this reason, all our volunteers undergo an enhanced CRB check before joining PAD CFR.
Informal InterviewThis is an informal meeting with Duncan Parsonage, the West Midlands Ambulance Service Community Response Manager. Volunteers are encouraged to ask any questions that have not yet been answered.
TrainingAll Community First Responders complete the IHCD First Person on Scene Award (Initially at Intermediate Level). This is completed normally over 6 weekends.
CFR's will then have to complete two observation shifts with Ambulance Crews or a Rapid Response Paramedic.
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Join the First Responders
Introduction
Penkridge & District Community First Responders are the local team in our area responsible for responding to 999 calls in partnership with West Midlands Ambulance service
To join the Responders, you must be:
* Aged 18-70
* Have a current driving license
* Willing to undergo an enhanced CRB check
* Able to attend incidents in the Penkridge District from home or work.
See the panel to the left for the recruiting process or contact their Responder Co-ordinator Leigh.Rogers@padcfr.com for more information.
- Not all members of the "Friends" are also Responders -The “Friends” team are an independent charity which does everything it can to help the responders - including organising, fundraising, administration and also delivery of training to our local community. The only requirement is to be over the age of 18 and have a genuine desire to help make a difference in your community. There are many ways to help us in the support role. (For some roles, an enhanced CRB check may be required)
Join Us
Click here to download our application form.
Please note: If you indicate that you wish to apply to be a Community First Responder, we will pass on your details to their Responder Co-ordinator
