Clinical Educator - Northern Ireland at Marie Curie UK
Company Description
Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end‑of‑life charity. We are the largest non‑NHS provider of end‑of‑life care in the UK, the only provider across all four nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end‑of‑life care, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone can live with the best possible quality of life.
Job Description
The Clinical Educator is a senior practitioner within the Marie Curie multidisciplinary team, responsible for developing and facilitating a comprehensive training programme that supports clinical staff in delivering high‑quality palliative care. The role involves working closely with the Head of Quality and Clinical Practice, Practice Education Facilitators, and place‑based teams to embed professional and clinical standards, lead induction and mentoring for new staff, and ensure that quality improvement and clinical governance are reflected in all training and education activities. At least 75 % of the Clinical Educator’s time is spent directly in the clinical setting, supporting staff, fostering a compassionate environment, and driving continuous improvement through learning from incidents, audits, and feedback.
* Salary: £38,682 – £46,580 per annum (Band 6, aligned with AFC) + enhancements
* Contract: Fixed‑Term 2 years, Full‑time 37.5 hours per week
* Based: Belfast Hospice and Community
What We’re Looking For
* Registered Nurse or other relevant clinical qualification, with evidence of post‑registration study and willingness to undertake further education and training qualifications.
* Significant experience post‑registration in a clinical environment, including teaching and learning experience in healthcare, leadership, and change management.
* Proven ability to plan, deliver, and evaluate evidence‑based education and training programmes for a variety of audiences, assessing learner knowledge, skill, and competency.
* Demonstrated experience in quality improvement methodologies, including clinical audit, service evaluation, and participation in investigations of clinical incidents and complaints.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to mentor, supervise, and inspire staff, fostering a compassionate, person‑centred environment and promoting collaborative team working.
* Willingness to travel across the place‑based region and to be flexible to support occasional shifts that fall outside typical weekday hours.
* Full UK Driver’s Licence and access to a vehicle.
What's in It for You
* Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 11 public holidays
* Competitive policy for parental/sick leave
* Continuous professional development
* Industry‑leading training programmes
* Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
* Defined contribution pension scheme (Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme)
* Loan schemes for bikes, computers, and satellite navigation systems
* Friend scheme introduction
* Help with eye care costs
* Entitlement to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
* Entitlement to Benefit‑Hub discount scheme
* Life assurance for all employees
Application Process
* Close date for applications: 18 January 2026
* Interview dates: TBC
* As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.
For further information or to arrange an informal chat please contact our Hiring Manager Thomas Hughes at [email protected].
Legal Statement
Marie Curie is committed to safeguarding all people from harm, creating a safe, supportive and rewarding workplace, and upholding the principles of full diversity, inclusion and equity. We are a Stonewall champion and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences. We are happy to accommodate reasonable adjustments – please email [email protected].
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