Clinical Educator (Research)

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust; East Midlands, Leicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Clinical Educator to enhance research education and clinical practice. This role involves collaborating with clinical colleagues to deliver high-quality training and support for healthcare staff. The ideal candidate will promote evidence-based practice and contribute to the development of core training programs. With a focus on maintaining clinical credibility, this position offers a unique opportunity to influence the training and development of future healthcare professionals. Join a supportive and diverse team committed to excellence in patient care and education.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Equal Opportunities Employer

Support for Applicants with Disabilities

Qualifications

• Must hold appropriate UK professional registration.
• Experience in delivering research education and clinical practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver research education and support clinical practice in defined areas.
• Facilitate training and assessment for healthcare staff.

Skills

Research Education

Clinical Practice

Training and Assessment

Competency-Based Education

Education

UK Professional Registration

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

1.1 Work alongside clinical colleagues across CMGs delivering research education, practice, and evidence-based practice in clinical care.

1.2 Take a lead role in facilitating and providing research education, professional practice, and expertise for staff within a defined clinical area.

1.3 Participate in developing, implementing, and delivering competency-based research practice education, supervision, and assessment of staff in the practice setting.

1.4 Contribute to trust-wide core training programs such as Preceptorship, registrant Induction, OSCE Programme, and Healthcare Support Worker Induction.

1.5 Promote high-quality clinical care and support the development and expansion of practice that meets service and user needs.

1.6 Support learners, supervisors, and assessors within the clinical area to enhance their research learning experience.

1.7 Contribute to the education and training of Healthcare Support Workers, recognizing their growing role in care delivery.

1.8 Maintain clinical credibility and visibility by working in the practice setting, supporting clinical colleagues and patient care as appropriate.

1.9 Contribute to the local implementation of UHL Induction and Study Leave Policies and the UHL Nursing, Midwifery, and AHP Strategy.

Person specification

Training

• Essential criteria: type of training (details to be specified)

Skills

• Essential criteria: type of skills (details to be specified)

Experience

• Essential criteria: years of experience (details to be specified)

Additional Information

Please submit your application promptly to avoid disappointment, as vacancies may close early if sufficient applications are received.

Check your email regularly, including junk mail, for communication throughout the recruitment process.

UHL is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from diverse backgrounds.

Applicants with a disability who meet the criteria will be interviewed under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. Please inform us if you require reasonable adjustments.

UHL supports flexible working arrangements where possible.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

If appointed and involved in regulated activity, a DBS check will be required. The Trust pays for the check initially, with costs deducted from salary over three months.

COVID-19 Risk Assessment

A staff risk assessment will be part of the pre-employment process to ensure safety, especially for vulnerable individuals, with adjustments made as needed.

Covid Vaccination Status

Vaccination is encouraged to protect staff, patients, and the community. The Trust values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all community sectors.

Applicant requirements

Must hold appropriate UK professional registration. The role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and requires a DBS disclosure.

Documents to download

• Clinical Educator (Research) (PDF, 560.3KB)
• Understanding your right to work in the UK (PDF, 1.1MB)
• Employee Benefits (PDF, 578.5KB)