About this role
Job summary
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn
Are you an passionate nurse educator seeking a specialist community role with system impact? Join the Provider Improvement and Response Team (PIRT), improving outcomes for residents in care and nursing homes across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent.
Secondment applications are welcome, subject to manager agreement. Alternatively, a fixed term contract can be offered.
About the roleYou will work autonomously within a multi-disciplinary team, supporting care home providers to improve safety, wellbeing and outcomes. You will undertake holistic assessments, deliver targeted interventions, build staff capability and contribute to admission avoidance.
You will also support system learning, quality improvement, and work with partners across Local Authority, primary care, acute and voluntary services.
About you
Clinically confident with experience supporting older adults/complex needs Strong leadership and education skills Community experience, ideally with care homes Strong communication and problem-solving skills Committed to quality improvement and collaborative working Flexible to travel
Main duties of the job
If you want to make a meaningful impact in a varied and senior Band 7 role, leading education, quality improvement, and workforce development across the care home sector, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the jobo Build strong relationships with care homes, partners, and multidisciplinary teams to support high-quality, coordinated care.o Support care homes to identify risks, address challenges, and improve resident outcomes.o Provide clinical advice, guidance, and practical support across areas including safety, falls prevention, infection control, and wellbeing.o Deliver education, training, and workforce development to improve confidence, capability, and quality of care.o Support early identification of deterioration and contribute to reducing avoidable hospital admissions.o Identify themes, risks, and learning from incidents, contributing to service improvement and quality initiatives.o Maintain accurate records and effective communication across teams and organisations.o Work autonomously with professionalism, sound judgement, and effective workload management.o Represent the team at partnership meetings across the care home sector and wider system.
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification for further detail. If you require further clarity, please get in touch.
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name
Stacey Boyjoo
Job title
PIRT Lead Nurse
Email address
Person Specification
Application form Essential
NMC Registered Nurse Experience of developing and delivering training using a variety of methods
Desirable
Teaching qualification
Application form and interview Essential
Current NMC registration A clinical expert through formal qualification Experience of developing and delivering training using a variety of methods
Desirable
Teaching qualification
Interview Essential
Current NMC registration Experience of developing and delivering training using a variety of methods Significant experience of assessment and management of people with long term conditions
Desirable
Teaching qualification
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 Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address Staffordshire Place 1
Tipping Street
Stafford
ST162LP
Employer's website https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)