About this role
Job summary
Are you passionate about workforce development, education and improving patient care?
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist to join Community Services as a Band 7 Clinical Educator, supporting the development of our Allied Health Professional (AHP) workforce.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative individual who is passionate about developing others and driving excellence in practice. You will be confident working autonomously while building strong relationships across teams and professional groups.
Main duties of the job
For full duties see job description
? Review and report on the training and development requirements of the registered and non-registered staff across AHP Community Services.? Identify areas of good practice and development need, supporting the design and implementation of training strategies to maintain a skilled, competent and confident workforce.? Work collaboratively with the AHP Professional Leadership Team and Community Team Managers to support workforce development and promote evidence-based, person-centred practice.? Develop, deliver and evaluate educational programmes, resources and learning opportunities.? Work in partnership with the AHP Professional Leadership team and local Universities to optimise the quality and capacity of community-based practice placements.? Lead and support audit, service evaluation and quality improvement initiatives to enhance clinical practice and patient outcomes.
You will receive both clinical and managerial supervision, alongside access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities. This role offers an excellent opportunity to influence workforce development across community services while further developing your leadership, education and quality improvement skills.
About us
To find out more about what it is like to work for our Trust please visit the following link:
https://yorkhospitals.pagetiger.com/hdjgxd
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service) A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme An extensive range of learning and development opportunities Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:[email protected].
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge Essential
Experience in developing and delivering training modules or competency packages
Desirable
Experience in contributing to research projects within the workplace
Qualifications and Training Essential
Relevant degree or equivalent qualification in AHP profession with current HCPC registration
Desirable
Master's Module or equivalent in Workplace learning, Evidence-based practice
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 York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address 1A Nelson's Court
Nelson's Lane
York
YO24 1HD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)