Midwifery Education Facilitator (Fixed Term)

The Princess Alexandra Hospital Nhs Trust; Harlow; Sur place; GBP 42 000 - 54 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust is seeking a Clinical Practice Facilitator for Midwifery on a fixed-term maternity leave contract. The role focuses on developing and overseeing midwifery placements for pre-registration midwives and Return to Practice learners, with strong emphasis on evidence-based practice and a learning culture.

You will work closely with the Trust education team, ward managers, PMAs and HEIs, supporting student interviews, skills days, and transition to practice.

Responsabilités

• To be the identified link in practice for all pre-registration, Shortened Midwifery Course and Return to Practice learners to promote a culture of supporting learners in practice throughout midwifery.
• To contribute to effective partnership working between the practice placement areas and Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) in collaboration with the Head of Education.
• To be up to date with SSSA guidelines and understand the assessment process for learners.
• To promote feedback and dialogue between the Trust and HEIs, ensuring feedback following clinical placements is received and acted upon.
• To be involved with the recruitment process for entry into pre-registration programs at HEIs.
• To assist supervisors, assessors, practice educators and departmental managers to facilitate the integration of theory and practice within the clinical environment.
• To establish and explore strategies to enhance the clinical learning environment, including facilitating teaching and support sessions.
• Ensure all learners receive a robust induction and orientation to placement areas.
• To contribute to the development of policies and guidelines applicable to learners' placements.
• Maintain presence in the maternity clinical area by delivering direct patient care, including direct student supervision.

Description du poste

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust is seeking a Clinical Practice Facilitator for Midwifery on a fixed-term maternity leave contract. The role focuses on developing and overseeing midwifery placements for pre-registration midwives and Return to Practice learners, with strong emphasis on evidence-based practice and a learning culture.

You will work closely with the Trust education team, ward managers, PMAs and HEIs, supporting student interviews, skills days, and transition to practice.