First Aid Instructor
Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Hamilton
About the role – Kōrero mō te tūranga
In this role you will:
- Teach the public first aid, including having the ability to instill a sense of calm, confidence and competence in people
- Build people’s capability so they can cope with real medical emergencies when they happen
- Have fun sharing knowledge with people using Red Cross’s nationally recognised First Aid programme.
- Enjoy interacting with classrooms of people and receiving the positive feedback that comes from people as they learn new, life-saving skills.
Who are we looking for? – Mā wai te mahi nei?
To be successful you will have:
- The confidence to interact with a cross-section of the public.
- Passion for teaching and promoting safety within the community.
- Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work unsupervised.
- Full clean NZ Driver’s License.
- A background in Emergency Care Services or related Health field, and/or experience in a Teaching environment is beneficial.
Availability for weekend and evening work when required.
About New Zealand Red Cross
New Zealand Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian network, with over 10,000 members and employees dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable people by mobilising the power of humanity and increasing community resilience.
Guided by our Fundamental Principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality, we support people in times of need and help strengthen their resilience.
We are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free work environment where everyone can reach their full potential. We encourage all qualified persons who share our values and want to contribute to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace to apply.
Why work with us?
At New Zealand Red Cross, you’ll join a passionate and diverse team that values your contributions and shares your commitment to making a difference.
We are committed to represent the communities we serve, increasing diversity throughout our people and leadership, and creating a flexible and healthy work environment. Many roles offer flexible virtual/hybrid options to help our employees balance their personal and professional priorities.
Our benefits include:
- Five weeks annual leave
- Career development opportunities
- Annual flu vaccinations
- Discounts on Southern Cross health insurance
We also encourage employee networks, including Takatāpui and Rainbow Network, Rōpū Hāpai Māori and the Sustainability Network, to foster connection and collaboration across our diverse workforce.
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All applications MUST be submitted online which requires uploading the below details
- A recent copy of CV/Resume
- Legal Right to Work In New Zealand
You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this job. Applications close at 05:00 pm on 26/03/2025
If you wish to discuss this opportunity or for further information, please contact Dawn Braim at dawn.braim@redcross.org.nz
Note: We reserve the right to close applications before the closing date, so please register your interest early.
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