About this role
Job summary
The Clinical Practice Educator (Maternity) will provide leadership in education, training and workforce development across maternity services, ensuring staff are equipped to deliver safe, high-quality, evidence-based care. The postholder will combine educational leadership with a significant clinical presence, supporting staff development, service improvement and patient safety through both teaching and hands-on clinical practice.
Fixed term ending on the 4th July 2027.
Main duties of the job
Lead the development, delivery and evaluation of education and training programmes for maternity staff.Support the professional development, competency achievement and career progression of midwives, student midwives and maternity support workers.Maintain a visible clinical presence, providing real-time support, coaching and leadership within maternity services.Facilitate simulation training, skills development, preceptorship and practice supervision activities.Promote evidence-based practice, quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.Monitor training compliance and support organisational requirements relating to CNST, CQC, NMC and Trust standards.
About us
Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the largest provider of acute hospital services to Surrey residents, serving a population of 410,00 people and employing approximately 4,800 staff.
Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience and best outcomes for patients and the team. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to deliver our workforce plan.
We are part of a collaborative Group with the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust. As part of this partnership, colleagues may occasionally work across both organisations to support shared services, development opportunities and patient care.
St Peter's Hospital delivers complex medical and surgical care, maternity and emergency services. Day and orthopaedic surgery, ophthalmology and outpatient services are delivered at Ashford Hospital. Additional services are delivered at Woking Community Hospital.
Our Values provide us with the behaviours we respect and can commit to. By living our values through our everyday interactions, we can build a stronger, more resilient, and forward- thinking organisation, guiding us to achieve success and make a positive impact on how we deliver our services.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits and discounts.
Please note that adverts may close early, so early application is encouraged.
For more information about careers at ASPH please visit:www.asph-careers.org
Job description Job responsibilities
Detailed Description
The Clinical Practice Educator (Maternity) is responsible for leading education, training and workforce development initiatives to support the delivery of safe, high-quality maternity care. The role combines educational leadership with a strong clinical presence, supporting staff development, competency achievement, professional growth and the delivery of evidence-based practice across maternity services. The postholder will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to promote continuous learning, quality improvement and patient safety. For full details of the role, responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.
Main ResponsibilitiesLead and deliver education and training programmes for maternity staff.Support workforce development, clinical competence and professional growth.Provide visible clinical leadership and support within maternity services.Facilitate preceptorship, competency assessment and simulation-based learning.Promote evidence-based practice, patient safety and continuous improvement.Contribute to audit, governance and compliance with national and local standards.
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for a full breakdown of duties and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Education and qualification Essential
Registered midwife Educated to degree level or equivalent with evidence of further professional development. Practice Assessor, Mentor or equivalent qualification Evidence of ongoing professional development Simulation training (e.g. PROMPT, NLS, ALSO, MOET)
Desirable
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (or working towards) Master's degree (or working towards)
Experience Essential
Experience working as a Band 6 Midwife across maternity settings within a multidisciplinary team Experience supporting the learning and development of staff and/or students Experience delivering education or training programmes Participation in audit, governance or quality improvement activities
Desirable
Experience leading or contributing to service improvement projects Experience supporting preceptorship programmes
Knowledge & Skills Essential
Knowledge of national maternity education, safety and workforce development frameworks, including NMC Education Standards, CNST Maternity Incentive Scheme, Saving Babies' Lives Care Bundle, Ockenden Recommendations and NHS England maternity priorities. Knowledge of current maternity practice and clinical standards Ability to analyse information and use data to inform improvement Ability to influence and engage staff at all levels
Desirable
Knowledge of education theory and adult learning principles Experience delivering simulation-based training
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 Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address St Peter's Hospital
Guildford Rd
Lynne, Chertsey
KT16 0PZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.ashfordstpeters.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)