The post holder, who will work as an integral member of the Clinical Education and Development Team, will be committed to supporting the development, progression, experience, and retention of students and staff in clinical practice. this is a fixed term or an internal secondment opportunity.
The post holder will:
Positively promote and support in 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.
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides joined-up mental and physical healthcare for around two million people across our communities. With over 13,000 staff working in the community and local hospitals, we deliver care at every stage of life, helping people live their best and healthiest lives.
Our mental health services include community-based support and early intervention in psychosis (EIP) for both adults and young people, alongside a network of specialist inpatient wards covering forensic, learning disability, eating disorder and older person's care.
We deliver extensive physical health services too, from urgent community response teams helping frail and older patients remain safely at home, to hospitals at home teams providing acute-level care in familiar surroundings. Our neurological services offer rehabilitation and treatment for conditions including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease, Head Injury, Cerebral Palsy and Stroke. Across Hampshire, our community hospitals provide inpatient rehabilitation as a step down from acute care, and our dedicated teams also staff Treetops Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Portsmouth, offering expert, compassionate support.
Everything we do is underpinned by our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.
We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.
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
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
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
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Jody Bonham-Mason
jody.bonham-mason@nhs.net
Agenda for Change
Band 6
Fixed Term
9 Month(s)
Part-Time
348-COR-11216
The Barracks The Barracks and Civic Centre Offices, Broadway Sandown Isle of Wight PO36 9EA