Senior Critical Care Education Leader

NHS Jobs; North East; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Practice Development Educator to lead education and professional development for the Critical Care team. The post involves teaching, simulation, and curriculum development to build a skilled critical care workforce.

Key requirements include an NMC-registered adult nurse, a teaching qualification or willingness to pursue PGCE, and a postgraduate critical care background. Role includes flexible shift patterns and regional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (adult) with NMC registration.
• Postgraduate qualification in Critical Care or equivalent.
• Certification in teaching or willingness to complete PGCE within two years.
• Experience in education, clinical teaching and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead, plan and evaluate Critical Care education programmes.
• Coordinate staff development and competency pathways.
• Provide teaching, simulation and practical skills sessions.
• Represent the unit at Trust and regional education meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Change management

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Teaching ability

Education

Nursing degree

PGCE or teaching qualification

Postgraduate Critical Care qualification

Master's in clinical area

Job description

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Practice Development Educator to lead education and professional development for the Critical Care team. The post involves teaching, simulation, and curriculum development to build a skilled critical care workforce.

Key requirements include an NMC-registered adult nurse, a teaching qualification or willingness to pursue PGCE, and a postgraduate critical care background. Role includes flexible shift patterns and regional collaboration.