Clinical Educator

Horder Healthcare; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Horder Healthcare is seeking a Clinical Educator to shape the future of clinical education within our services in East Grinstead. You will oversee mentoring and supervision of learners, develop competencies, and support staff in delivering high-quality patient care across clinical environments.

The role requires an RN with current registration, proven teaching and assessment ability, and strong leadership, communication and IT skills.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current registration.
• Experience teaching, assessing and facilitating training.
• Strong organizational, communication and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in IT and the ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practice.
• Desirable: post-registration teaching qualification.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Excellence: Support students and healthcare staff in developing competencies aligned with professional and service requirements.
• Assessment & Monitoring: Lead competency assessments, monitor skill gaps, and contribute to clinical audits.
• Clinical Leadership: Act as a professional role model, delivering high standards of patient care and providing expert guidance to nursing students and staff.
• Quality Improvement: Collaborate with clinical managers to drive service development, audit initiatives, and clinical governance.
• Support & Mentorship: Provide constructive feedback and support to staff members, including those new to a specialty, to ensure safe and effective practice.
• Professional Development: Maintain your own advanced clinical skills and knowledge while assisting staff in their professional growth.

Skills

Teaching and mentoring

Assessment skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Registered Nurse (current registration)

Tools

IT proficiency

Job description

Location:Horder HealthcareRole Type: Clinical Education & Development Hours: 22.5 hours per week Salary: band ^ £39,959 to £42,170 (FTE)

Are you a passionate, experienced clinician looking to shape the future of healthcare through mentorship and education? Horder Healthcare is seeking a dedicatedClinical Educatorto join our team, fostering a high-quality learning environment and supporting the professional growth of our clinical staff.

The Role

As a Clinical Educator, you will bridge the gap between theory and practice. You will be instrumental in developing clinical competencies, providing expert supervision, and ensuring that our learners receive the best possible support as they expand their skills within our clinical environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate Excellence:Support students and healthcare staff in developing competencies aligned with professional and service requirements.
• Assessment & Monitoring:Lead competency assessments, monitor skill gaps, and contribute to clinical audits.
• Clinical Leadership:Act as a professional role model, delivering high standards of patient care and providing expert guidance to nursing students and staff.
• Quality Improvement:Collaborate with clinical managers to drive service development, audit initiatives, and clinical governance.
• Support & Mentorship:Provide constructive feedback and support to staff members, including those new to a specialty, to ensure safe and effective practice.
• Professional Development:Maintain your own advanced clinical skills and knowledge while assisting staff in their professional growth.

About You

We are looking for a motivated and approachable professional with a positive attitude and a commitment to clinical excellence.
Essential Qualifications: Registered Nurse with current registration.

• Extensive experience within a clinical environment.
• Proven ability to teach, assess, and facilitate training.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in IT and the ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practice.Desirable Skills:* Post-registration qualifications or a formal teaching qualification.
• Experience in leading multi-professional teams and managing organizational change.
• Knowledge of clinical education audit and evaluation processes.

Why Join Horder Healthcare?

At Horder Healthcare, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We foster a workplace built on mutual respect where all employees can thrive. We value safeguarding, confidentiality, and high standards of infection prevention and control.

Horder Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to protected characteristics.