Imagine needing lifesaving emergency care in the most critical of circumstances - this is where the North West Air Ambulance Charity comes in.
We cover 8 million people and an expansive region, from Carlisle to Crewe. But we need to raise over £18 million every year to be there for patients in an emergency.
To do that, we’ve built a passionate team where the patient is at the heart of everything we do.
We are ‘One Crew’ working together collaboratively, supporting one another, and taking ownership of our roles.
We’re innovative and don’t stand still, adapting to new trends and technology.
At NWAA, you can be proud of where you work, knowing every day your contribution makes a life-changing difference to someone in need.
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- active volunteers
- missions in 2024
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Working for the North West Air Ambulance Charity isn’t just a job, it’s something really special. Every day, I get to be part of a team that’s literally saving lives. But it’s not just about the work; it’s the people too. The team here are passionate and supportive, we all believe in what we do, and that makes coming to work every day so rewarding.
Rachel Foy
PR Officer
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It's definitely a source of pride working for NWAA. The work of the charity and the impact we have on the people of the North West is wonderful to be a part of. And it's a great place to work too with friendly colleagues and a real sense of supportive effort.
Chris Andrews
Corporate Partnership Officer
Our values
- We are passionate about saving lives
- We never stand still
- We take ownership
- We are one crew
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Benefits of working for NWAA
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You’ll be making a lifesaving and life-changing difference to people across the North West. The work you’ll be doing will support our clinical crew, allowing them to provide the best possible critical care to patients.
You’ll be impacting countless lives.
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- Competitive pension contribution
- Auto-enrollment into the pension scheme within three months of joining
- Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
- Expert financial advice by Chase deVere
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- Living Wage employer
- Paid jury service
- Payroll giving
- Death-in-service payment
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- Monthly value awards where employees can recognise their colleagues.
- Long-service awards for key milestones: five, 10 and 15 years.
- Annual #OneCrewConference
- Annual family fun day and social events
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- 25 days of annual leave as standard, plus bank holidays.
- Extra day for each year you’re with us, up to three years and a maximum of 28 days.
- Additional day off for your birthday.
- Sick pay scheme is designed to recognise your service with us.
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- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Paid leave for fertility and carers' leave
- Access to Medicash, helping with everyday healthcare costs.
- Private GP appointments
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) is also available to support you and your immediate family, completely free and confidential.
- Bike 2 Work scheme
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- Ongoing learning, including coaching, mentoring, and development conversations.
- Funded training and paid professional memberships are offered.
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- Annual leave purchase scheme
- Agile working
- Flexible bank holidays
- Blue Light Card and Medicash discounts
Hear how your work will make an impact
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Rob's story
"Because of the amazing team, we’ve been able to
appreciate small moments in life that we used to take for granted - a trip to the cinema, a walk around Ingleton Falls, a family holiday, and so many more."Karen, Rob's Wife
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Paul's story
“Thanks to the crew that day, my wife still has a husband, and my children still have a father.”
Paul, NWAA Patient
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Nicola's story
"If it weren’t for NWAA, there’s a very high possibility that Nicola wouldn’t be here now. She
wouldn’t be able to watch Emily grow up, and Emily wouldn’t have a mummy."Ben, Nicola's Husband
About North West Air Ambulance
We're a lifesaving and life-changing charity in the North West of England.
Our crews bring enhanced pre-hospital care and medical interventions to the scene, giving patients the best chance, often where seconds can mean the difference between life and death.
With three helicopters and four critical care cars, we operate day and night, 365 days a year, and serve the largest population in the UK, outside of London, but it costs £18 million annually to keep us in the air and on the road.
And here’s the challenge: we receive no government or NHS funding. Every mission we fly is funded entirely by the generosity of our supporters.
Find out more at nwairambulance.org.uk
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