AHP Learning Environment Lead — Flexible, Multi-Site

The Methodist Church in Britain; Bath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a part-time Learning Environment Lead to collaborate with allied health professionals, universities, and clinical educators to create coordinated, multi-professional learning environments and expand placement capacity across Trust sites.

The role includes supervising AHPs in practice, leading student workforce development, and designing new education models within the apprenticeship framework.

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification or equivalent.
• Learner support qualification.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• HCPC qualification or registration.
• Right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

Responsibilities

• Support and supervise AHPs in practice settings, including educational and professional development.
• Lead the training and development of the AHP student workforce, grounded in evidence and professional body standards.
• Establish a sustainable, coordinated approach to expanding AHP clinical placement capacity across Trust settings.
• Develop new models of practice education within the apprenticeship framework.
• Work with HEIs, AHP leads, placement coordinators and clinical educators to build multi-professional learning environments.
• Work clinically alongside students, supporting them to put theory into practice through role modelling and coaching.
• Carry out placement assessments and audits in a timely manner and develop processes to support safe learning environments.
• Balance student placement needs against service needs, including learning experiences for students with special needs.
• Oversee and help plan placements for trainees with the clinical education team.
• Provide support and assistance to AHP students alongside the Clinical Education team.

Skills

Education development

Clinical supervision

Education

Degree-level qualification or equivalent

Learner support qualification

Evidence of continuing professional development

Tools

HCPC registration

Job description

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a part-time Learning Environment Lead to collaborate with allied health professionals, universities, and clinical educators to create coordinated, multi-professional learning environments and expand placement capacity across Trust sites.

The role includes supervising AHPs in practice, leading student workforce development, and designing new education models within the apprenticeship framework.