Job overview
We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Learning and Development Advisor to join our Trust Learning & Development team. Working under the direction of the Mandatory and Statutory Training (MAST) Clinical Lead and the Seni Lewis Training Programme Leads, you will deliver, evaluate, and continually improve a wide portfolio of mandatory and statutory training programmes across the Trust.
This role includes delivery of core subjects such as:
The Seni Lewis Training Programme
Moving & Handling
Immediate Life Support
Basic Life Support
First Aid
Fire Warden
Oliver McGowan Training
You will undertake competency‑based assessments, support clinical services through in‑reach activity, and contribute to reviewing and updating the MAST curriculum. The role includes physical and theoretical training delivery, which will reach 4–5 teaching days per week.
The post holder will be based at the Croydon Training Centre, Bethlem Royal Hospital, with travel to all Trust sites as required.
Main duties of the job
1. Lead delivery of mandatory and statutory training using a range of teaching methods across classroom, team‑based, virtual, and in‑practice environments.
2. Assess learner competence through a range of competency‑based assessment methods to ensure safe practice.
3. Contribute to the design and review of training activities, lesson plans, and presentations, ensuring alignment with legislation, policy, and professional standards.
4. Maintain and develop your own clinical skills through regular clinical practice.
5. Support co‑facilitation and co‑production with people with lived experience.
6. Support clinical teams through in‑reach activity related to MAST learning.
7. Participate in evaluation and quality assurance processes.
8. Maintain continued professional development and uphold professional standards.
Working for our organisation
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) provides the widest range of NHS mental health services in the UK and is part of King’s Health Partners Academic Health Sciences Centre. Our organisation supports more than 230 services and offers staff access to unique development and research opportunities. Some of our benefits are highlighted here:
9. Generous pay, pensions and leave, we offer a comprehensive pay, pensions and leave package which is dependent on the role and length of service.
10. Work life balance, flexible working and support a range of flexible options, such as: part-time working and job sharing.
11. Career development, There are plenty of opportunities to progress your career and we support your development through a number of programmes such as mentoring, coaching, positive people management, collective leadership and other talent programmes
12. Car lease, our staff benefits from competitive deals to lease cars
13. Accommodation, our staff benefits from keyworker housing available which is available on selected sites
14. NHS discounts, with discounts up to 10% from a variety of well-known retail brands though Health Service Discounts website.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Deliver high‑quality clinical skills and safety training to diverse learners.
Evaluate training outcomes and report within quality assurance frameworks.
Promote and embed equality, diversity, and inclusion in all training.
Apply innovative teaching methods and embrace new technologies to enhance the learning experience.
Maintain awareness of current legislation, organisational procedures, and trends in healthcare training.
Work collaboratively within a small specialist team and across multi‑professional environments.
Supervise and support Learning & Development Trainers or unregistered staff as required.
The full job description attached to this advert provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification required. Please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
15. Minimum 2 years’ experience in healthcare practice
16. Professional qualification in Nursing, AHP, Social Care at degree level OR equivalent qualification in Adult Training & Education
Desirable criteria
17. Qualification in Adult Education
18. GSA registered tutor
19. Experience teaching BLS, First Aid, ILS/ALS, Moving & Handling
20. Evidence of ongoing CPD
Experience
Essential criteria
21. Clinical experience in mental health or health & social care
22. Understanding of structural inequities and their impact on staff, service users, and communities
23. Experience working within complex multi‑professional environments
24. Experience teaching or training adult learners
Desirable criteria
25. Experience delivering mental health‑related education
26. Experience in formal assessment of learning
27. Experience delivering training across varied settings
28. Clinical skills teaching experience
29. Strong proficiency with Microsoft applications for learning support
Knowledge
Essential criteria
30. Understanding of healthcare delivery and current training trends
31. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
32. Ability to prioritise, work autonomously, and meet deadlines
33. Strong team-working skills
34. Ability to apply and reflect on equality, diversity, and inclusion
35. Knowledge of current legislation, organisational policies, and professional codes
Desirable criteria
36. Knowledge of patient safety developments (e.g., RCUK guidelines, reducing restraint)
37. Understanding of evidence‑based practice
38. Innovative and willing to explore new approaches to education