Clinical Development Specialist

East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization in emergency care as an EOC Senior Clinical Education Developer. This pivotal role involves overseeing educational programs for clinical staff, ensuring compliance and enhancing patient care quality. Collaborate closely with healthcare teams to provide strategic direction in clinical education.

Benefits

Flexible working patterns

NHS Pension Scheme access

Occupational Health support

Peer support networks

Childcare vouchers

Cycle to Work scheme

Annual development reviews

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in emergency or urgent care setting.
• Portfolio of CPD evidence showing commitment to personal development.
• Mentorship qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for delivering the EOC Education Plan.
• Develop and implement quality educational initiatives.
• Manage team performance and educational governance compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Educational Management

Clinical Governance

Mentorship

Education

Degree level 6

HCPC registered Paramedic or Registered Nurse

Tools

Quality Assurance Qualification

Teaching Qualification (L4)

Assessing Qualification (L3)

Job description

Employer East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust Location Nottingham, United Kingdom Salary Competitive Closing date 7 Jul 2025

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Job summary

To contribute as a key member of the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) Education Team, taking responsibility for the strategic and operational delivery of high-quality education, training, and professional development for both clinical and non-clinical staff within the EOC.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be accountable to the EOC Senior Manager (TDC) for the implementation and delivery of the EOC Education Plan, providing leadership, expert knowledge, and strategic direction in the design, execution, and evaluation of educational initiatives.
• Ensure the quality, compliance, and effectiveness of professional education and training programs, supporting continuous learning and development across the EOC.
• Collaborate with clinical governance and management teams to develop and deliver assessment and mentoring opportunities that enhance patient care quality and clinical outcomes.
• Provide specialist educational support and guidance to EOC Clinical Hub colleagues, promoting the dissemination of learning and facilitating ongoing professional development in partnership with EOC Clinical Education Developers and Senior Clinical Advisors.

Main duties of the job

The EOC Senior Clinical Education Developer plays a pivotal role in leading and managing the delivery of high-quality clinical education across the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC). Responsibilities include providing strategic educational leadership, supporting CPD, and ensuring compliance with professional and regulatory standards. The role involves close collaboration with senior operational managers to meet training needs and advising leadership on statutory, mandatory, and vocational education.

The post-holder contributes to the EOC Annual Education Plan and leads the development of bespoke training for Clinical Hub staff, including remote and rotational clinicians. They are accountable for the cohesive delivery of clinical education and deputise for the Head of Education when required.

The role includes managing a team of education professionals, driving performance, and ensuring alignment with organisational goals. The post-holder contributes to national policy development, ensures educational governance compliance, and maintains robust performance monitoring systems.

They must maintain professional registration, clinical credibility, and Tactical Commander competency, participating in the on-call rota. Additional duties include overseeing assessment processes, acting as Course Director, and supporting learners in complex cases.

About us

We are East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS), dedicated to delivering high-quality emergency and urgent care across six counties: Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, Leicestershire, Rutland, and Northamptonshire.

At EMAS, we are committed to developing a skilled workforce capable of providing exceptional, person-centred care. Working with us means making a real difference to patients' livesand enjoying a range of benefits:

• Flexible working patterns to support work-life balance, with part-time and full-time rotas available.
• Pay enhancements for out-of-hours, shift, and overtime work, plus career progression and annual development reviews.
• Uniform provided as part of our professional service.
• Expert training and support from our in-house clinical education team.
• Opportunities for research, career development, and ongoing learning.
• Regular shift patterns with scheduled meal breaks.
• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme.
• Occupational Health and Employee Assistance Programme support.
• NHS Discounts at 200+ retailers including travel, dining, insurance, and clothing.
• Childcare vouchers and Cycle to Work scheme (up to £3,500).
• Peer support networks and free on-site parking.

EMAS is a first-class employer, promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. Join us to help save lives and deliver outstanding emergency care.

Job description

Job responsibilities

See job description

The duties and responsibilities of the post will be undertaken in accordance with the policies, procedures and practices of the Trust, which may be amended from time to time. Patient Safety is a key priority for the Trust.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you are fully compliant with EMAS policies and procedures in respect of patient safety, for example Risk Management, Infection Prevention and Control, Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities, but to give an indication of the main areas of activity and involvement.

Job description
Job responsibilities

See job description

The duties and responsibilities of the post will be undertaken in accordance with the policies, procedures and practices of the Trust, which may be amended from time to time. Patient Safety is a key priority for the Trust.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you are fully compliant with EMAS policies and procedures in respect of patient safety, for example Risk Management, Infection Prevention and Control, Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities, but to give an indication of the main areas of activity and involvement.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

Essential

• Educated to degree level 6
• HCPC registeredParamedic and/orRegistered Nurse
• Portfolio of CPD evidence showing commitment to personal development
• Relevant health care related degree or evidence of working at that level
• L4 Teaching Qualification or willingness to work towards
• L3 Assessing Qualification or willingness to work towards
• Quality Assurance Qualification or willingness to work towards
• A minimum of 2 years experienceof working in an emergency or urgent care setting
• Mentorship qualification
• 2 years post registration

Person Specification
Essential Criteria

Essential

• Educated to degree level 6
• HCPC registeredParamedic and/orRegistered Nurse
• Portfolio of CPD evidence showing commitment to personal development
• Relevant health care related degree or evidence of working at that level
• L4 Teaching Qualification or willingness to work towards
• L3 Assessing Qualification or willingness to work towards
• Quality Assurance Qualification or willingness to work towards
• A minimum of 2 years experienceof working in an emergency or urgent care setting
• Mentorship qualification
• 2 years post registration

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 .

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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

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 .

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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust
Address

Nottinghamshire & Lincolnshire

1 Meloors Way, Horizon Place

Nottingham

NG8 6PY

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