2026 Ambulance Dispatcher
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Ambulance Dispatcher

HealthcareEmergency Services

Average Salary

£20,000 – £28,000

Working Hours

37.5 hours/week

Job Information

  • The UK’s 999 system handles millions of calls each year

Other Names this Job is Known By

  • Emergency Call Handler
  • Control Room Operator

Key Responsibilities

  • Receive and prioritise emergency and non-emergency calls
  • Dispatch ambulances and coordinate with crews
  • Provide instructions to callers
  • Maintain records and logs
  • Liaise with emergency services
  • Stay calm under pressure

Skills and Qualifications Required

  • GCSEs (including English and maths)
  • Communication and IT skills
  • Calmness under pressure
  • On-the-job training
  • Enhanced DBS check

Promotional Job Opportunities from this Role

  • Senior Dispatcher
  • Control Room Supervisor
  • Operations Manager
  • Trainer

How to Get the Job

  • Obtain GCSEs
  • Apply for dispatcher roles with ambulance services
  • Complete on-the-job training
  • Progress to supervisory or management roles with experience

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