Clinical Practice Trainer- Simulation Focus

NHS Scotland; Lewis (IA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

NHS Western Isles invites applications for Clinical Practice Trainer (simulation focused). The post will design and deliver a simulation-based training service for medical undergraduates, postgraduates, nursing staff and allied health professionals, integrating into the curriculum and national guidelines.

The role requires a registered health professional with post-registration experience, a degree in Nursing or related field, and evidence of ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Registered health professional with extended post-registration experience.
• Degree in Nursing, Midwifery or another health-related subject.
• Evidence of continuing professional development is required.
• Experience teaching clinical skills is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a simulation service within NHS Western Isles.
• Deliver simulation-based training to undergraduates, postgraduates, nursing staff and allied health professionals.
• Create simulation scenarios and deliver MDT teaching sessions.
• Travel to NHS Western Isles locations and to the mainland for meetings as required.

Skills

Teaching

Clinical skills

CPD

Education

Nursing degree

Midwifery degree

Job description

Clinical Practice Trainer Simulation Focused

Band 6 £43,231 - £52,679 pro rata

Plus, £1,461 Distance Islands Allowance pro rata

7.2 hours per week

Fixed Term Contract until 31 March 2027.

NHS Western Isles is currently inviting applications from suitably qualified registered health professionals for the post of Clinical Practice Trainer (simulation focused). We are looking for an enthusiastic individual, who will be responsible for designing and implementing a simulation service into NHS Western Isles as a teaching facility for medical undergraduates, post graduates, nursing staff and allied health professionals.

The aim of the role is to facilitate expansion in the training opportunities provided at NHS Western Isles. To design and deliver simulation-based training within the curriculum requirements for medical undergraduates as well as within national guidelines for post graduate trainees. This will include creating simulation scenarios and delivering MDT Teaching session for all grades listed above.

The post holder will have extended post registration experience as a registered, healthcare professional and be up to date in clinical skills. The post holder will have a Degree in Nursing, Midwifery or another health-related subject and be able to provide evidence of continuing professional development. The post holder will have experience of teaching clinical skills.

The post holder will be based at the Western Isles Hospital but will support staff in all our healthcare locations throughout NHS Western Isles. The ability to travel throughout the islands and to the mainland for meetings is essential.

It is essential to have a driving licence for this post. This post is not eligible for relocation expenses. The successful applicant will be required to register with the Disclosure Scotland PVG Scheme (Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme).

Closing Date: 22nd October 2026