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Clinical Practice Educator
Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 24 day(s) ago
Reference: 325-8177535-COMM
Job summary
This exciting new role is ideal for a highly motivated and experienced clinical educator who has the capability, leadership skills and drive to lead the in-house education and development of the clinical workforce within the Neighbourhood Mental Health Division.
The primary purpose of this role is to support staff in delivering best practice care within clinical environments by developing and enhancing their clinical knowledge, skills and competencies. The post holder will be responsible for promoting high-quality clinical practice through the design, delivery and evaluation of evidence-based education, training and development programmes tailored to the needs of both services and service users.
Main duties of the job
As Lead Clinical Practice Educator, you will play a key role in supporting the development of clinical practice, education and workforce learning across the Division. Working in partnership with a team of Clinical Practice Educators, the Clinical Education Manager, Learning Environment Leads, Subject Matter Experts and Divisional Leaders, you will lead the development and delivery of high-quality in-house clinical education programmes that support the operational readiness and ongoing development of the 13 Neighbourhood Mental Health Teams.
About us
Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.
We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.
Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.
Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.
Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Details
Date posted
19 August 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£51,657 to £58,785 a year Incl. 5% Fringe HCAS, pa, pro rata.
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
325-8177535-COMM
Job locations
Mole Business Park, 18, off Ronson Way
Randalls Road
Leatherhead
KT22 7AD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC as RMN or RNLD.
- Recognised clinical professional qualification in Mental Health or Learning Disability.
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience/knowledge.
- Experience working in Mental health and/ or learning disability setting.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working in a relevant clinical practice in a senior clinical role.
- Evidence of experience of developing and supporting clinical or pre-registration education Teaching and Mentoring experience.
- Team leader experience with a significant track record of achievement.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Experience in developing and leading education programs.
- Understanding quality improvement methodology and application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC as RMN or RNLD.
- Recognised clinical professional qualification in Mental Health or Learning Disability.
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience/knowledge.
- Experience working in Mental health and/ or learning disability setting.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working in a relevant clinical practice in a senior clinical role.
- Evidence of experience of developing and supporting clinical or pre-registration education Teaching and Mentoring experience.
- Team leader experience with a significant track record of achievement.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Experience in developing and leading education programs.
- Understanding quality improvement methodology and application.
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).
Additional information
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
Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Mole Business Park, 18, off Ronson Way
Randalls Road
Leatherhead
KT22 7AD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Mole Business Park, 18, off Ronson Way
Randalls Road
Leatherhead
KT22 7AD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)