General Practice Nurse Educator

NHS; Camberley; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A national health service organization is seeking a nursing professional to facilitate high standards of clinical practice in General Practice. Responsibilities include promoting the Nursing Associate role, providing structured support to learners, and developing resources for primary care employers. Candidates must be NMC Registered General Nurses with experience in General Practice nursing and a commitment to enhancing training for new associates. This part-time position offers a competitive salary based on experience, located in Camberley.

Qualifications

• Current experience in General Practice nursing required.
• Experience of teaching and assessing learners in practice.
• Desirable: Teaching Qualification and Leadership Training Qualification.

Responsibilities

• Raise awareness and promote the Nursing Associate role in Primary Care Networks.
• Undertake clinical teaching for Student Nursing Associates.
• Support registered nurses transitioning into General Practice.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong leadership and interpersonal skills

Ability to advocate for patient safety

Education

NMC Registered General / Adult Nurse

Post-registration education or qualification relevant to primary care

Practice Assessor Qualification

Maths and English GCSEs (Grade C and above)

Job description

Job Summary

The role is to facilitate high standards of clinical practice in General Practice by providing structured support to student nursing associates and other learners. The objective is to promote General Practice as an attractive setting for nurses and nursing associates, develop new pathways for entry into the specialism, and build a community of practice to reduce isolation and vulnerability of their roles.

Responsibilities

• Raise awareness and promote the Nursing Associate (NA) role and its benefits within Primary Care Networks.
• Undertake clinical teaching and assessment for Student Nursing Associates (SNA) to support successful completion of their programme, and for NA to support their continuous professional development.
• Facilitate external placements for student nursing associates, using learning during placements to drive improvements in student experience, engagement, and retention.
• Work with colleagues to develop resources for primary care employers and non‑registered staff, supported by a clear engagement plan. Resources should also guide non‑registered staff on their career pathways.
• Support registered nurses and nursing associates new to the specialism with their development and smooth transition into General Practice.

Key Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to advocate for patient, staff, and safety or quality issues.

Experience

• Current experience in General Practice nursing.
• Experience of teaching, assessing, and supporting learners in practice.
• Experience of initiating or participating in quality improvement of the learning environment.
• Experience of initiating or participating in clinical audit.
• Desirable: experience of leading, motivating, and developing other nurses.
• Desirable: experience of supporting and assessing student nursing associates.
• Desirable: participation in regular clinical supervision.

Qualifications

• Essential: Maths and English GCSEs (Grade C and above) or equivalent.
• Essential: NMC Registered General / Adult Nurse.
• Essential: Post‑registration education or qualification relevant to primary care.
• Essential: General Practice experience.
• Essential: Practice Assessor Qualification.
• Desirable: Teaching Qualification.
• Desirable: Leadership Training Qualification.

Employment Details

Salary: £47,758 to £54,651 a year pro rata, depending on experience.
Contract: Fixed‑term, 12 months.
Working pattern: Part‑time.
Location: Theta Building, Lyon Way, Frimley / Camberley, Surrey (GU16 7ER).

Disclosure and Other Requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Applicants must have current UK professional registration and will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

About the Employer

Surrey Heath Community Providers Limited is a federation of 7 GP practices across 10 sites, serving a population of over 103,000 patients. Our headquarters are at Theta Building, Lyon Way, Frimley, Camberley, Surrey (GU16 7ER).
Website: surreyheathcommunityproviders.co.uk