Emergency Dept Clinical Educator — Lead Staff Competencies

Dorset County Hospital Nhs Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Clinical Practice Educator for the Emergency Department. You will lead on developing staff competence across adult and paediatric areas, delivering education that supports high‑quality trauma care and patient safety.

You will work alongside clinicians in real time, monitor learning outcomes and drive a positive learning culture in a fast‑paced ED. The role focuses on induction, preceptorship and ongoing development, with evaluation of

Qualifications

• Clinical educator within Emergency Department settings.
• Experience in induction and preceptorship programmes.
• Ability to develop and monitor competency frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate high‑quality clinical education across all ED areas (adult and paediatric).
• Provide hands‑on clinical support alongside staff in real time to reinforce safe practice.
• Develop, implement and monitor competency frameworks for staff at all bands.

Skills

Clinical Education

Preceptorship

Induction Support

Reflective Practice

Job description

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Clinical Practice Educator for the Emergency Department. You will lead on developing staff competence across adult and paediatric areas, delivering education that supports high‑quality trauma care and patient safety.

You will work alongside clinicians in real time, monitor learning outcomes and drive a positive learning culture in a fast‑paced ED. The role focuses on induction, preceptorship and ongoing development, with evaluation of