Physical Health Clinical Development Educator
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
The closing date is 17 May 2026
The post holder will work as an integral member of the Clinical Education and Development Team, supporting the development, progression, experience, and retention of students and staff in clinical practice. This is a fixed term or internal secondment opportunity.
Main duties of the job
* Positively promote and support the development of educational standards within the trust.
* Work collaboratively with students and staff, within clinical practice, to improve the quality of the learning experience, whilst increasing the numbers of skilled practice assessors / supervisors.
* Support the co‑ordination, delivery and evaluation of identified training and development programmes, including the Preceptorship programme, Practice Assessor / Supervisor training and updates, professional development programmes, and any other role‑related training / education sessions / programmes.
* Support students and staff with their continuing development of knowledge, skills competence and confidence, ensuring a skilled and diverse workforce capable of delivering high‑quality, compassionate, person‑centred care. This will be achieved through the utilisation of a variety of teaching and supportive methods including coaching, mentoring, education, and guidance.
* Support the assessment of clinical competence of students and staff in their scope of practice and within their professional boundaries, competence and confidence.
* Act as a positive professional role model in promoting clinical excellence and ensuring that high levels of clinical excellence and attitude are maintained and promoted.
* Support the delivery of an effective service which meets the needs of students and staff in line with local and national plans, policies and procedures and contributes to better student and staff retention and improved student, staff, and patient experience.
* Ensure any clinical knowledge is up to date and in line with current standards of practice and promote professional practice in line with relevant research.
* Support the co‑ordination of student placements by identifying and allocating appropriate placement opportunities for undergraduate, direct entry students and apprentices, in collaboration with the Apprenticeship and Learning Placement Manager/Team.
* Support, where required, with the recruitment process of apprenticeship students.
* Support clinical staff in decisions relating to student placements, including concerns, competence, fitness to practice and action plans as deemed appropriate by the Senior Clinical Development Educator.
* Provide and act upon feedback in relation to clinical practice areas, including supporting with action plans, as deemed appropriate by the Senior Clinical Development Educator.
* Ensures quality assurance of clinical practice areas, undertaking audits and assurance against appropriate standards, policies and regulatory body standards / recommendations.
Qualifications
* Professional registration as a Registered General Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
* Educated to degree level or equivalent.
* Evidence of continuing professional development.
* Recognised learner support qualification (Practice Assessor, Practice Supervisor).
* Teaching qualification i.e. PTLLS / Award in Education and Training.
* Coaching experience and/or Professional Nurse Advocate qualification.
Experience
* Sound clinical knowledge, skills and experience.
* Experience of working with staff from diverse communities.
* Knowledge of working with safeguarding procedures.
* Experience in planning, implementing and evaluating education / training / development sessions / programmes.
* Experience of working with students / staff / learners with complex needs, and providing support in practice.
* Confident and professional leadership approach with the ability to influence and negotiate to enthuse, motivate and involve others.
* Knowledge of current national guidance in relation to the role.
* Project management experience with evidence of leading and managing improvement projects.Demonstration of leadership and management skills with clinical experience in health or social care, within the appropriate environment.
Additional Criteria
* Teaching / presentation skills and analysing and presenting information.
* Advanced facilitation skills.
* Advanced negotiating / influencing skills.
* Excellent clinical skills and knowledge.
* Excellent understanding of clinical and professional requirements according to internal policies / standards and external bodies (NMC).
* Excellent verbal, written and numeracy skills.
* Able to take responsibility for own workload, manage time effectively, whilst consulting with others.
* Good organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines and complete tasks whilst paying attention to detail.
* Good IT skills (knowledge of Word, emails, PowerPoint and Excel spreadsheets, (or willingness to learn) with ability to present reports appropriately.
* Creative problem solver who perseveres in the face of setbacks.
* Motivated and enthusiastic self‑starter who uses initiative, with a 'can do' attitude.
* Excellent team builder / player / member with a willingness to be flexible and be part of the team.
* Sensitive and honest, with the ability to inspire and motivate staff and learners.
* Ability to manage complex conversations with individuals and teams to provide supportive guidance on confidence and competence of skills.
* Ability to interpret and analyse information, research and audit data to influence and initiate change.
* A positive approach to teaching and customer care.
* Ability to communicate with and cultivate relationships with all levels of staff and build relationships with key stakeholders.
* Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
* The post holder must be able to travel independently across the geographical area as required to fulfil the duties of the role. This may include having access to a vehicle and a valid UK driving licence, or suitable alternative arrangements to meet the travel requirements of the post.
* Well presented, confident, respectful, sympathetic, self‑reliant, aware of personal boundaries, resourceful, imaginative, enthusiastic, adaptable, affable, empathic.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
#J-18808-Ljbffr