Clinical Educator
Closing date: 05 May 2026
This is a unique and rewarding opportunity to combine clinical practice with education and development.
Responsibilities
* Lead and support a culture of continuous learning across the hospice
* Deliver and develop high-quality clinical training and education programmes
* Support staff to build and maintain clinical competence
* Coordinate student nurse placements and preceptorship programmes
* Work collaboratively with external partners to promote children's palliative care
* Spend part of your time in clinical practice, maintaining your own skills and expertise
* Assist in promoting and embedding a positive culture of learning and education within the organisation and encourage, develop, and support others to reach their potential
* Participate in the planning and provision of clinical skills training to maintain high standards of care
* Support others in developing, consolidating, and maintaining clinical competence, by working alongside members of the Care Team in clinical practice
* Manage a student nurse programme that promotes a positive and supportive learning environment for student placements, and liaise with university partners to promote and educate students on children's palliative care
* Co‑ordinate and participate in the preceptorship programme
* Assist in planning and delivering palliative care education and practice development within the hospice and externally
* Use responsive and creative strategies to support staff and maximise learning opportunities
* Support the lead for practice education in engaging with nationwide education programmes, forums, and networks
* Ensure all training programmes and education internally and externally is inclusive, sustainable and meets national standards of practice education
* Participate in audit and research to strengthen evidence‑based practice
* Promote links with external members of the multi‑disciplinary team and other children's hospices to support collaborative working
* Adhere to the NMC and ADCHS code of conduct
* Maintain own clinical knowledge, competence, and skills by working in clinical practice regularly
Qualifications
* Registered children's nurse with significant post‑registration experience
* Experience caring for children with complex or life‑limiting conditions
* Passionate about education, development and supporting others to grow
* Confident communicator with strong teaching and facilitation skills
* Committed to high‑quality, family‑centred care
* Experience in practice education, student supervision, or delivering training is highly desirable
* Evidence of continual professional development and education
* Knowledge of the care needs of children with life‑limiting conditions
* Knowledge of safeguarding
* Health needs in a racially and culturally diverse population
* Enthusiastic and highly self‑motivated person
* Team player with the ability to use own initiative
* Commitment to the mission and ethos of Alexander Devine Children's Hospice Service
* Ability to work within and uphold core values: determined, empowering, valuing others, integrity, nurture, and empathy
* Commitment to promoting equality of opportunity
* Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development
* Flexible approach to working hours
* Current full driving licence
* Not on ISA Barred list from working with children/adults
* Ability to work alone and as a member of a team
* Able to assess risk to maintain personal safety in a variety of settings
* Ability to cope with the physical demands expected of the role (e.g. flexible hours)
* Enhanced DBS
* Passed fitness to undertake the duties of the post by Occupational Health
* Knowledge and understanding of learning styles and the needs of adult learners
* Knowledge of quality assurance processes
* Teaching and presentation skills
* Demonstrate ability to place patient and family at centre of care
* Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
* Evidence of advanced communication skills including proven ability in conflict management
* Good organisational and administration skills, including IT skills
* Ability to critically analyse research and evidence‑based practice
* Writing of policy and procedures
* Mentorship or student supervisor/assessor training
* BSc level study or equivalent
Benefits
* Generous annual leave (plus birthday off)
* Free on‑site parking
* Employee assistance programme
* Pension and death‑in‑service cover
* Access excellent learning and development opportunities
* Be part of a compassionate, supportive team and a hospice setting designed for families to create precious memories
Legal & Protection Statements
* We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals from under‑represented and minority groups.
* We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS.
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