Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Clinical Educator to join our growing Tees Valley Training for Health team, delivering high-quality Immunisation and Vaccination training to primary care staff across the Tees Valley.
You will deliver both initial and update immunisation sessions for clinical and non-clinical learners, supporting them to develop safe, evidence-based practice. Working within your professional code of conduct and scope of competence, youll uphold the highest standards of training and professionalism, guided by our organisational policies and commitment to quality.
In addition to your core responsibilities, you may occasionally be required to assist in other departments within the organisation to support service delivery.
There may also be scope to develop and facilitate training in the future on:
- Cervical Screening
- ECG
- Phlebotomy
- Introduction to Long-Term Condition Management
- Wound Care
This job will require you to travel around our ICP area (Darlington, Hartlepool, Stockton, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland). It is a zero-hours contract.
Main duties of the job
The purpose of this role is to provide high-quality
education and training that supports the development and confidence of the
primary care workforce, ensuring learners can safely and effectively deliver
vaccination programmes.
About us
At Hartlepool and Stockton Health GP Federation our guiding aim is to improve the health and wellbeing of local people. Relationships are key to everything we do and by working with our practice members and their Primary Care Networks, as well as other local partners, we strive to provide excellent services that help people to live their best lives.
When you join our team we want to help you to do your best for our patients every day, and so we offer flexible working and a friendly, supportive workplace. To us, your attitude is the most important thing that you bring to your role so if you are positive, enthusiastic and treat people brilliantly then this could be the place for you.
We operate to a gold standard in everything we do, because that is what our patients and practices deserve. If job satisfaction for you comes from knowing that you made a difference today then we would love to hear from you!
Through Tees Valley Training for Health, we are building a
strong, sustainable training offer for the region. Our vision is to:
- Support
the next generation of healthcare professionals
- Provide
a consistent, high-quality training offer to practices
- Respond
flexibly to the training needs of General Practice
We offer a friendly, collaborative environment with flexible
working arrangements and the opportunity to shape the future of primary care
education across Tees Valley.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In accordance with service needs, you will:
Training and Delivery
- Plan, organise and deliver clinical training sessions in various formats including classroom-based delivery, simulation exercises and hands-on clinical practice.
- Stay up to date with evidence-based delivery methods to ensure that training is engaging, interactive and accessible for all learners.
- Lead classroom clinical simulations to replicate real life scenarios to enhance critical thinking, decision making and technical skills.
- Tailor training delivery to meet the needs of different learner groups including newly qualified nurses and experienced staff requiring upskilling/annual revalidation.
- Deliver training that aligns with current clinical guidelines and regulatory standards.
- Highlight and promote evidence-based practices to improve patient care outcomes.
- Ensure that training materials are up-to-date and relevant to current clinical practices.
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages participation, collaboration and self-directed learning.
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages participation, collaboration and self-directed learning.
- Provide constructive feedback to learners to support their professional growth and development.
- Work closely with the Learning and Development Lead and other stakeholders to align training delivery with the organisations Learning and Development vision.
Leadership
- Exercise a high degree of personal and professional autonomy, drawing on your advanced knowledge and experience.
- Act as a clinical role model, demonstrating professional behaviour, clinical expertise and a commitment to lifelong learning.
- Encourage and inspire learners in pursuing career progression and advanced qualifications where applicable.
- Promote the culture of continuous learning and professional development with each learner.
- Encourage reflective practice and facilitate discussions on clinical improvements and lessons learned where applicable.
- Address performance concerns through education and supportive leadership.
- Work in partnership with the Learning and Development Lead to stay informed about advancements in clinical education and technology, incorporating new approaches where appropriate.
- Work in partnership with the Learning and development Lead to ensure that training programmes directly contribute to better patient outcomes.
Administration
- Organise and prioritise your own workload within agreed timescales, building in flexibility to deal with unforeseen demands on your time and resources.
- Maintain accurate records, submitting relevant statistics, reports, and activity data, as requested.
- Attend meetings as needed, ensuring that they are fully conversant with current issues.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key partners, including our shareholder practices and external customers.
- Coordinate resources, venues, and training materials for training sessions including simulations and workshops.
- Maintain accurate records of training attendance and competency assessments.
- Ensure compliance with data protection regulations in line with the organisations current policies and procedures.
- Support the Learning and Development Lead with the review of training materials to ensure compliance with regulatory bodies is maintained.
Professional Development
- Keep up to date with all mandatory training to ensure compliance and competence.
- Keep up to date with current literature and advancements in clinical practice.
- Participate in relevant training, conferences and workshops to remain informed in emerging trends in clinical education.
- Express needs or desire for further training and work within own remit at all times.
- Understand how to sign post learners to clinical guidelines in area of training delivery.
Equality and Diversity
- Support our culture, which promotes equality and values diversity.
- Be aware of, and committed to, our equality and diversity policies, and actively promote equality and diversity issues relevant to the post.
- Through your own actions and the example you provide to others, uphold the principle that all co-workers, patients, and visitors have the right to be treated equally and with respect.
- Ensure that your delivery style is inclusive to the diverse needs of learners including those with disabilities or differing cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
- Use teaching methods that are culturally sensitive and responsive to the needs of a diverse workforce.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In accordance with service needs, you will:
Training and Delivery
- Plan, organise and deliver clinical training sessions in various formats including classroom-based delivery, simulation exercises and hands-on clinical practice.
- Stay up to date with evidence-based delivery methods to ensure that training is engaging, interactive and accessible for all learners.
- Lead classroom clinical simulations to replicate real life scenarios to enhance critical thinking, decision making and technical skills.
- Tailor training delivery to meet the needs of different learner groups including newly qualified nurses and experienced staff requiring upskilling/annual revalidation.
- Deliver training that aligns with current clinical guidelines and regulatory standards.
- Highlight and promote evidence-based practices to improve patient care outcomes.
- Ensure that training materials are up-to-date and relevant to current clinical practices.
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages participation, collaboration and self-directed learning.
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages participation, collaboration and self-directed learning.
- Provide constructive feedback to learners to support their professional growth and development.
- Work closely with the Learning and Development Lead and other stakeholders to align training delivery with the organisations Learning and Development vision.
Leadership
- Exercise a high degree of personal and professional autonomy, drawing on your advanced knowledge and experience.
- Act as a clinical role model, demonstrating professional behaviour, clinical expertise and a commitment to lifelong learning.
- Encourage and inspire learners in pursuing career progression and advanced qualifications where applicable.
- Promote the culture of continuous learning and professional development with each learner.
- Encourage reflective practice and facilitate discussions on clinical improvements and lessons learned where applicable.
- Address performance concerns through education and supportive leadership.
- Work in partnership with the Learning and Development Lead to stay informed about advancements in clinical education and technology, incorporating new approaches where appropriate.
- Work in partnership with the Learning and development Lead to ensure that training programmes directly contribute to better patient outcomes.
Administration
- Organise and prioritise your own workload within agreed timescales, building in flexibility to deal with unforeseen demands on your time and resources.
- Maintain accurate records, submitting relevant statistics, reports, and activity data, as requested.
- Attend meetings as needed, ensuring that they are fully conversant with current issues.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key partners, including our shareholder practices and external customers.
- Coordinate resources, venues, and training materials for training sessions including simulations and workshops.
- Maintain accurate records of training attendance and competency assessments.
- Ensure compliance with data protection regulations in line with the organisations current policies and procedures.
- Support the Learning and Development Lead with the review of training materials to ensure compliance with regulatory bodies is maintained.
Professional Development
- Keep up to date with all mandatory training to ensure compliance and competence.
- Keep up to date with current literature and advancements in clinical practice.
- Participate in relevant training, conferences and workshops to remain informed in emerging trends in clinical education.
- Express needs or desire for further training and work within own remit at all times.
- Understand how to sign post learners to clinical guidelines in area of training delivery.
Equality and Diversity
- Support our culture, which promotes equality and values diversity.
- Be aware of, and committed to, our equality and diversity policies, and actively promote equality and diversity issues relevant to the post.
- Through your own actions and the example you provide to others, uphold the principle that all co-workers, patients, and visitors have the right to be treated equally and with respect.
- Ensure that your delivery style is inclusive to the diverse needs of learners including those with disabilities or differing cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
- Use teaching methods that are culturally sensitive and responsive to the needs of a diverse workforce.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the underpinning complexities of Adult and Childhood Immunications
- Knowledge about working under PGDs and PSDs
Experience
Essential
- Experience of administering adult and childhood immunisations
Desirable
- Experience mentoring
- Experience working in General Practice
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work in a team
- Ability to manage your own workload
- Good communication skills
- Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office
- An engaging and enthusiastic nature
Desirable
- Confidence with public speaking and delivering training to cohorts of learners with varying experience
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registration
- Full UK Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle with business insurance
Desirable
- Level 3 Award (or higher) in Education and Training
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the underpinning complexities of Adult and Childhood Immunications
- Knowledge about working under PGDs and PSDs
Experience
Essential
- Experience of administering adult and childhood immunisations
Desirable
- Experience mentoring
- Experience working in General Practice
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work in a team
- Ability to manage your own workload
- Good communication skills
- Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office
- An engaging and enthusiastic nature
Desirable
- Confidence with public speaking and delivering training to cohorts of learners with varying experience
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registration
- Full UK Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle with business insurance
Desirable
- Level 3 Award (or higher) in Education and Training
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
