Clinical Educator

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Nurse/ODP to join the Theatres Education Team in Anaesthetics & Recovery for Churchill Theatres & Day Surgery Unit. The role focuses on developing staff in clinical practice and delivering local and Trust Theatre training.

The successful candidate will have extensive operating theatre experience, be passionate about teaching, supporting and motivating others, and work across Churchill Theatres to deliver education with

Qualifications

• Degree in Nursing/ODP/Health Care Studies or equivalent.
• Specific Theatres qualification.
• Practice Supervisor & Assessor Course.
• Anaesthetic & Recovery experience.
• Experience supporting students/new staff.
• Postgraduate study at level 7

Responsibilities

• This role will support the education and development of staff and students within the clinical area.
• You will demonstrate excellent communication, influencing and leadership skills.
• You will be encouraged and supported to further develop through educational opportunities across theatres.

Education

Nursing/ODP degree or Health Care Studies equivalent

Theatres qualification

Practice Supervisor & Assessor Course

Job description

Main area Clinical Practice Educators (RN/ODP) - Anaesthetics & Recovery Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (days/evenings/weekends) Job ref 321-SW-8092616-B6

Site Churchill Theatres Town OXFORD Salary Dependent on service Closing 22/09/2026 23:59

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

Many of our recruitment programmes useValue Based Interviewingto identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visitwww.ouh.nhs.uk/about/vision-and-values

Job overview

Are you looking for a new challenge?
Do you have extensive, proven experience within the operating theatre environment?
Are you passionate about teaching, supporting, and developing others to deliver excellent patient care?

We are seeking anexperienced, motivated, and dedicated Nurse/ODP to join our Theatres Education Team in Anaesthetics & Recovery for Churchill Theatres & Day Surgery Unit. This role will support the continued development of staff in clinical practice and deliver local and Trust Theatre specific training

Main duties of the job

This is an excellent opportunity to join a diverse and dynamic organisation. There are 19 Theatres across Surgery, Women's & Oncology Theatres.

• Churchill Theatres& Day Case Unit -10 theatres providing regional Cancer & Transplant services across multiple specialities. Churchill Overnight Recovery Unit is a four bedded unit, providing 23 hour level 2 care to patients post major elective surgery.
• Women's Centre Theatres – five theatres delivering benign gynaecology and Obstetric services.
• Horton Theatres & Day Case Unit– 4theatres providing day case surgery for adults and children across a variety of specialities.

This role will be based in Churchill Theatres and the successful candidate will work collaboratively with the education team across the other theatre departments to deliver training and development for staff.

Working for our organisation

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence, and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel .

In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles

Oxford University Hospital's promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We are looking for experienced and dynamic individuals with a strong interest in education within the clinical environment. You will haveexcellent interpersonal skills, anexceptional track record in clinical practice, experience ofinter‑professional working, and the ability toteach, support, and motivate others. A positive and flexible approach is essential, and you must be an effective team player.

As aClinical Practice Educator, your primary role will be to support the education and development of staff and students within the clinical area. You will be required to demonstrate excellentcommunication, influencing, and leadership skills. You will be encouraged and supported to further develop through the wide range of educational and experiential learning opportunities available. We have a comprehensive approach to staff development across all grades within theatres, supporting career progression and professional development.

We actively encourage you to arrange aninformal visitand meet the team.
Please contactTheresa LowryMatron SuWOn Theatres

[e-mail]

We look forward to hearing from you.

Person specification

• Degree in Nursing/ODP/Health Care Studies or equivalent
• Specific Qualification - Theatres
• Practice Supervisor & Assessor Course
• Anaesthetic & Recovery experience
• Experience supporting students/new staff
• Postgraduate study at level 7

Sexual Safety Charter : In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit tonheten core principles

Oxford University Hospital's promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Visa and Immigration: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is able to offer Certificates of Sponsorship for all eligible roles for a Skilled Worker Visa without exception, provided the role meets the minimum salary and skill level criteria set by the Home Office (UKVI). All eligible candidates will be considered with equal consideration at all stages of the application and recruitment process.Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers /Work in the UK - GOV.UK

COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.

Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.

Referencing: When providing employment reference details please provide correct work related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your first referee will need to be your line manager, supervisor or clinical lead from your current or most recent post or place of study. Please note that if you have previously worked for the Trust we will require a reference from your last Manager, this information is essential if your offer of employment is to be confirmed.

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When using AI to help write your application, it is important to personalise it, especially your supporting statement. While AI can simplify the process, it will not fully understand the job's requirements and/or be able to showcase your skills, knowledge, and experience. Write your statement to show why you are interested in the role and how you would be a valued member of the team/OUH employee.

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You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Application numbers

Please note that this job advertisement will close automatically once the application limit is reached, regardless of whether this occurs before the advertised closing date.

Name Theresa Lowry Job title Matron, SuWOn Theatres Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 07467339442 Additional information

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Band 5 NurseandBand 2 Healthcare Support Workerrecruitment iscentralised, meaning when you apply you will be considered fora number of rolesacross the Trust. If you have any questions please email:[e-mail] .

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