Job summary
Are you an advanced physiotherapist with a genuine passion for respiratory care and education? If so, seize this exceptional opportunity to make a difference as a Clinical Skills Educator at University Hospitals of Leicester.
In this vital role, you will be at the forefront of enhancing cardiorespiratory education and training for both Adult and Paediatric Physiotherapy services. You will collaborate with dedicated therapy teams across all sites, leading the charge in developing innovative educational strategies that elevate the standard of care.
As part of the Cardiac and Respiratory Specialty, you will have the chance to work with a diverse range of professionals, fostering a collaborative environment where your vision can come to life. Your expertise will not only impact the department but also benefit patients across all specialties and teams.
Participation in out of hours services will be part of this role.
If you're ready to take your passion for education and respiratory care to the next level, we want to hear from you! Join us in shaping the future of physiotherapy education at University Hospitals of Leicester
Interviews will be held face to face only.
Main duties of the job
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To work collaboratively with both the Senior Physiotherapists and Clinical Specialist Physiotherapists working in the adult and paediatric respiratory specialities to support in delivery of the respiratory training.
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To monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of education, training and development across the Physiotherapy workforce .
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To work clinically alongside registered and non-registered Physiotherapy staff promoting and delivering education.
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To lead on the development and implementation of external cardiorespiratory courses.
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To lead on the cardiorespiratory physiotherapy simulation based education.
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Assist with the planning, delivery, coordination of mandatory / statutory / induction and essential to role training for the Physiotherapy workforce.
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Design and lead education and training programmes for the specialty to ensure all therapists within the specialty are complying with best evidence based practice.
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Actively facilitate ongoing staff development and support through clinical supervision and act as a supervisor and mentor for the clinical area.
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Support the Education and Practice Development Lead and Lead AHPs to carry out training needs analysis as required.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Assist with the planning, delivery, coordination of mandatory / statutory / induction and essential to role training for the Physiotherapy workforce within the respiratory clinical areas in line with Service/Trust policy and Professional and National standards,
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To provide clinical and professional leadership and advice to the Physiotherapy speciality team, to provide teaching, advice and provide recommendations to MDT colleagues in relation to patient care.
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Design and lead education and training programmes for the specialty ensure all therapists within the specialty are complying with best evidence based practice.
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Actively facilitate ongoing staff development and support through clinical supervision and act as a supervisor and mentor for the clinical area.
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Support the Education and Practice Development Lead and Lead AHPs to carry out training needs analysis as required.
please see job description/person specification for further details on the role
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Assist with the planning, delivery, coordination of mandatory / statutory / induction and essential to role training for the Physiotherapy workforce within the respiratory clinical areas in line with Service/Trust policy and Professional and National standards,
-
To provide clinical and professional leadership and advice to the Physiotherapy speciality team, to provide teaching, advice and provide recommendations to MDT colleagues in relation to patient care.
-
Design and lead education and training programmes for the specialty ensure all therapists within the specialty are complying with best evidence based practice.
-
Actively facilitate ongoing staff development and support through clinical supervision and act as a supervisor and mentor for the clinical area.
-
Support the Education and Practice Development Lead and Lead AHPs to carry out training needs analysis as required.
please see job description/person specification for further details on the role
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Registered Physiotherapist
Essential
Essential
- Experience at a high level of Acute Resp Physio clinical work
- Experience of working in an Acute Hospital
- Experience of working with Adult and Peads pts in a resp PT capacity
Essential
Essential
- Can demonstrate Teaching and Education skills to a high level
- Previous experience of Teaching Resp PT skills
- Evidence on on-going CPD in the area of Resp Physio
Essential
Essential
- Can demonstrate experience of leading change
- Can demonstrate skills in self management and time managment
- Can demonstrate experience and skills in project management and achieving results
- Can demonstrate skills in data collection and analysis
- Understanding of CIP schemes and potential opportunities for income generation schemes
- Experience of performance management
Essential
Essential
- Shows passion for area of work
- Evidence of facilitating student placements
Desirable
- Teaching experience in external agencies such as local universtities
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Registered Physiotherapist
Essential
Essential
- Experience at a high level of Acute Resp Physio clinical work
- Experience of working in an Acute Hospital
- Experience of working with Adult and Peads pts in a resp PT capacity
Essential
Essential
- Can demonstrate Teaching and Education skills to a high level
- Previous experience of Teaching Resp PT skills
- Evidence on on-going CPD in the area of Resp Physio
Essential
Essential
- Can demonstrate experience of leading change
- Can demonstrate skills in self management and time managment
- Can demonstrate experience and skills in project management and achieving results
- Can demonstrate skills in data collection and analysis
- Understanding of CIP schemes and potential opportunities for income generation schemes
- Experience of performance management
Essential
Essential
- Shows passion for area of work
- Evidence of facilitating student placements
Desirable
- Teaching experience in external agencies such as local universtities
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
