About this role
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Registered Nurse to join the supportive team within the CLCH Academy. The post holder will support the delivery of high-quality multiprofessional clinical placements across CLCH.
This role is well suited to a nurse with experience or a strong interest in education, workforce development, and enhancing the student learning experience. The successful candidate will coordinate and support the quality assurance of clinical placements across the Trust, helping to ensure high standards of learning, supervision, and student support.
Working collaboratively with placement teams, academy leads, Approved Education Institutions (AEIs), clinical teams, Practice Assessors, Practice Supervisors and Practice Educators, the post holder will help ensure that placements meet regulatory and educational requirements.
The role will also support the development of interprofessional learning opportunities and patient pathway placements across sectors, ensuring alignment with the Neighbourhood Health approach.
Main duties of the job
Coordinate and manage clinical placement allocations across the Trust in partnership with the Clinical Placement Facilitator. Support the delivery of clinical placements that meet regulatory and educational requirements and provide high-quality learning environments. Act as a key point of contact between the Trust, AEIs, placement providers, students and other stakeholders. Support the development of interprofessional learning opportunities and patient pathway placements across sectors, aligned to the Neighbourhood Health approach. Monitor student placement capacity and identify current and future placement requirements across the Trust. Organise, support and evaluate student induction programmes, and gather and report on placement feedback. Support students in raising concerns and assist staff in developing new learning opportunities. Work collaboratively with clinical staff and AEIs to identify and address practice learning issues. Manage and maintain learning resources for nursing and Allied Health Professional (AHP) students. Maintain and monitor the SSSA and AHP Practice Educator registers. Support Practice Assessor capacity and escalate complex student situations when required. Represent the Trust at Higher Education Institution (HEI) placement meetings and provide reports and updates to senior leaders.
About us
We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.
What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.
Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.
We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.
Job description Job responsibilities
Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.
Person Specification
Education/Qulifications Essential
Professional registration (e.g., Registered Nurse or AHP). Active registration with the relevant professional body. Evidence of ongoing professional development. . Willingness to further develop skills within scope of practice Educated to Degree Level Specialist Knowledge in the assessment and supervision of learners in practice
Desirable
Postgraduate qualification in clinical education, teaching and learning, supervision, or a related field. Formal teaching qualification and/or assessor/supervisor training.
Experience Essential
Experience in clinical practice and/or student placements / training environments Supervising, assessing, or mentoring students / trainees Experience handling complex issues and situations Excellent written and verbal communication Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive, and contentious information Effective decision-making in various scenarios Ability to relate to a wide range of stakeholders Project management skills including the ability to manage short term objectives with individuals outside one's immediate responsibility. Abiliyty to concentrate and maintain high degree of accuracy. Confident and effective. Enthusiastic and energetic Ability to create a learning-conducive environment Application of evidence-based practice and knowledge of professional issues. Commitment to self-development and the development of others. Evidence of adopting problem solving approaches to issues and situations. Adaptable and responsive to changing needs.
Desirable
Supporting or developing new / non-traditional placement sites
Skills and Knowledge Essential
Strong organisational skills, including planning, prioritising, and multitasking. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Flexibility and responsiveness to student and placement needs. Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professional standards, with knowledge of relevant regulatory and professional frameworks. Competent IT skills and the ability to interpret and use data effectively. Good presentation skills. Teaching and assessment skills In-depth understanding of NMC and HCPC guidance relating to supervision and assessment in practice. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Ability to prioritise own workload and show initiative. Strong negotiation skills
Desirable
Experience of using digital innovations to support placements or learning
Key Attributes Essential
Self-motivated and able to motivate others. Confident, outgoing, and assertive manner.
Desirable
Experience in digital innovations
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Central London Community Health Trust
Address CLCH Academy
3rd floor, Soho Centre for Health 1 Frith Street
London
W1D 3HZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)