Bridgwater & Taunton College

Nurse Educator - Mental Health

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Job summary

Job Purpose

We are seeking a dynamic, innovative and highly motivated Registered Nurse to join our Higher Education curriculum team in Taunton to participate in the delivery of our degree level Nursing programmes. These roles are based within our clinical teaching team as we roll-out Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) approved programmes in partnership with the University of the West of England.

We have been working together with employers across the integrated care system in Somerset to provide local solutions for those wanting to pursue a Nursing career and to develop education pathways aimed at widening participation for local people of all ages. The post-holder will play a vital role in delivery of direct entry Nursing programmes as well as apprenticeship Nursing programmes.

The successful candidates will be supported to deliver high quality teaching, learning and assessment and work alongside the higher education teaching community at the University Centre Somerset. UCS have invested significantly in facilities to support nurse education and the post holder will benefit from teaching in our brand-new Clinical Skills & Simulation Centre, supporting learners to maximise their potential, as well as contributing to the effective running of modules and courses.

Main duties of the job

You will work as part of a growing Nurse Educator team based at our campus in Taunton, delivering teaching and assessment, as well as engaging as an Academic Assessor supporting student nurses in Somerset.

In return you will:

Be enrolled on a fully funded Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) if not already obtained, delivered at UCS in Taunton, including release for study

Work an 08:30 to 17:00 shift pattern, Monday to Friday

Enjoy a full two-week college closure at Christmas, on top of your paid holiday allowance

Receive a laptop, iPad and phone to support you in your role

Prospective candidates are required to be degree qualified and hold a current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council on Part 1 of the register.

Please contact Laira Pearson for an informal discussion on pearsonl@btc.ac.uk

About us

Vision

Transforming lives and communities through innovative learning and partnerships.

In this Section

Mission Statement

As a leading college of further and higher education, we will:

  • Deliver inspirational teaching, learning and skills development
  • Maintain a culture that promotes a supportive, inclusive and safe environment
  • Build highly effective partnerships that positively impact our students
  • Positively influence the educational landscape.

Values

We are:

  • Passionate and excited about learning
  • Inclusive and supportive
  • Responsive to student, employer and community needs
  • Always aspiring to the highest standards
  • Professional and enterprising
  • Innovative and creative
  • Friendly and welcoming.

The Bridgwater & Taunton College Advantage

Flourishing is the name of the game at Bridgwater & Taunton College. That means giving you the best range of options when you complete your programme. To help you achieve this, we have embedded the BTC Advantage into every course we offer.

The BTC College advantage is divided into six sections. In your tutorials, you will focus on your needs and choose from a range activities which will help you achieve your aim. Each term the menu of activities changes, not only will you gain a wide range of skills and grow in confidence but you will also have a great CV!

Details

Date posted

27 June 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£32,074 to £39,416 a year +£4000 industry uplift

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

N0027-23-0002

Job locations

Bridgwater & Taunton College

Wellington Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5AX


Job description

Job responsibilities

We are seeking a dynamic, innovative and highly motivated Registered Nurse to join our Higher Education curriculum team in Taunton to participate in the delivery of our degree level Nursing programmes. These roles are based within our clinical teaching team as we roll-out Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) approved programmes in partnership with the University of the West of England.

We have been working together with employers across the integrated care system in Somerset to provide local solutions for those wanting to pursue a Nursing career and to develop education pathways aimed at widening participation for local people of all ages. The post-holder will play a vital role in delivery of direct entry Nursing programmes as well as apprenticeship Nursing programmes.

The successful candidates will be supported to deliver high quality teaching, learning and assessment and work alongside the higher education teaching community at the University Centre Somerset. UCS have invested significantly in facilities to support nurse education and the post holder will benefit from teaching in our brand-new Clinical Skills & Simulation Centre, supporting learners to maximise their potential, as well as contributing to the effective running of modules and courses.

You will work as part of a growing Nurse Educator team based at our campus in Taunton, delivering teaching and assessment, as well as engaging as an Academic Assessor supporting student nurses in Somerset.

In return you will:

Be enrolled on a fully funded Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) if not already obtained, delivered at UCS in Taunton, including release for study

Work an 08:30 to 17:00 shift pattern, Monday to Friday

Enjoy a full two-week college closure at Christmas, on top of your paid holiday allowance

Receive a laptop, iPad and phone to support you in your role

Prospective candidates are required to be degree qualified and hold a current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council on Part 1 of the register.

Please contact Laira Pearson for an informal discussion on pearsonl@btc.ac.uk

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are seeking a dynamic, innovative and highly motivated Registered Nurse to join our Higher Education curriculum team in Taunton to participate in the delivery of our degree level Nursing programmes. These roles are based within our clinical teaching team as we roll-out Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) approved programmes in partnership with the University of the West of England.

We have been working together with employers across the integrated care system in Somerset to provide local solutions for those wanting to pursue a Nursing career and to develop education pathways aimed at widening participation for local people of all ages. The post-holder will play a vital role in delivery of direct entry Nursing programmes as well as apprenticeship Nursing programmes.

The successful candidates will be supported to deliver high quality teaching, learning and assessment and work alongside the higher education teaching community at the University Centre Somerset. UCS have invested significantly in facilities to support nurse education and the post holder will benefit from teaching in our brand-new Clinical Skills & Simulation Centre, supporting learners to maximise their potential, as well as contributing to the effective running of modules and courses.

You will work as part of a growing Nurse Educator team based at our campus in Taunton, delivering teaching and assessment, as well as engaging as an Academic Assessor supporting student nurses in Somerset.

In return you will:

Be enrolled on a fully funded Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) if not already obtained, delivered at UCS in Taunton, including release for study

Work an 08:30 to 17:00 shift pattern, Monday to Friday

Enjoy a full two-week college closure at Christmas, on top of your paid holiday allowance

Receive a laptop, iPad and phone to support you in your role

Prospective candidates are required to be degree qualified and hold a current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council on Part 1 of the register.

Please contact Laira Pearson for an informal discussion on pearsonl@btc.ac.uk

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Current NMC Registration as a Nurse and practicing on Part 1 of the register.
  • Educated to degree level in Nursing.
  • Hold a teaching qualification (minimum level 6) or be willing to study towards one.
  • Have a good understanding of nursing career pathways.
  • Have experience of teaching and learning in both an academic and practice context
  • Understanding of the evolving workforce needs in the health, care, private and voluntary sector both locally and nationally.
  • Experience of partnership working.
  • Have good team working, communication and organisational skills and the ability to work autonomously.
  • Have a real enthusiasm for nursing and the ability to share this and motivate students.

Desirable

  • Hold a masters level qualification in a related subject.
  • An understanding of education pathway developments for nursing
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Current NMC Registration as a Nurse and practicing on Part 1 of the register.
  • Educated to degree level in Nursing.
  • Hold a teaching qualification (minimum level 6) or be willing to study towards one.
  • Have a good understanding of nursing career pathways.
  • Have experience of teaching and learning in both an academic and practice context
  • Understanding of the evolving workforce needs in the health, care, private and voluntary sector both locally and nationally.
  • Experience of partnership working.
  • Have good team working, communication and organisational skills and the ability to work autonomously.
  • Have a real enthusiasm for nursing and the ability to share this and motivate students.

Desirable

  • Hold a masters level qualification in a related subject.
  • An understanding of education pathway developments for nursing

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Bridgwater & Taunton College

Address

Bridgwater & Taunton College

Wellington Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5AX


Employer's website

https://www.btc.ac.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Bridgwater & Taunton College

Address

Bridgwater & Taunton College

Wellington Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5AX


Employer's website

https://www.btc.ac.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Co-ordinator

Laura Oxbrough

oxbroughl@btc.ac.uk

01278441293

Details

Date posted

27 June 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£32,074 to £39,416 a year +£4000 industry uplift

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

N0027-23-0002

Job locations

Bridgwater & Taunton College

Wellington Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5AX


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