Measurable Result Areas The Clinical Practice Educator will support the development of all Theatre Practitioners, Theatre Support Staff and Trainees by: Working autonomously as a visible and accessible resource for practice based staff. Maintaining Professional Standards of Conduct to sustain staff and public confidence in accordance with the NMC and HCPC. Promoting the development of a learning culture, encouraging all staff to participate in lifelong learning initiatives, applying their learning directly to practice. Facilitate the on-going development and implementation of education initiatives in particular the orientation, preceptorship and mentorship of Trainees and new starters. Develop, deliver and evaluate formal/informal teaching sessions and work based learning programmes in order to support the professional and practice development of both registered and non-registered practitioners. Attend relevant committees/groups in the absence of the Workforce & Development Lead in order to influence and progress development of professional practice. Leading and/or contributing towards initiatives that result in changes to existing practice and systems of professional working. Supporting staff of all grades with using reflective and quality improvement principles to adapt to changes in practice. Actively participating and representing the organisation at internal/external forums (Higher Education Institutes) pertinent to area of work stream focus. Contribute to the development and review of policies, procedures, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), care pathways and protocols, ensuring they meet national, local and professional criteria. Assist with appropriate selection and recruitment within the Theatre Workforce, participating in appropriate interview panels and supporting the development of recruitment methods in line with a reflective culture. Clinical / Leadership Maintain clinical skills and competences in order to undertake safe and effective direct clinical care of patients when required, either to enable implementation of aspects of this role or to support service priorities when the need arises. This includes rotation to Day Surgery Unit / Main Theatre and out of hours activity. Assist Team Leaders to support service priorities. Provide clinical management of the department in the absence of the Team Leaders. Knowledge, Skills and Experience An extensive knowledge of perioperative practice and an expertise within anaesthetics. Demonstrate a sound knowledge of course content and requirements for Student Nurses, Student/Apprentice Operating Department Practitioners, Nursing Associates and Assistant Practitioners to facilitate the on-going development of untrained staff. Critically evaluate or provide support to staff to be able to evaluate outcomes from their innovations and practice development. Act as a catalyst for change, encouraging staff to challenge and examine the evidence base and develop their ideas to enhance practice in a safe and effective manner. Be able to action plan to assist all in achieving their objectives. Communications and Working Relationships Demonstrate a positive and enthusiastic approach in order to maintain high morale and motivation within the department. Ensure a visible, accessible and approachable presence for staff to ensure effective communication channels are created and sustained. Provide specialist professional and practice development advice and guidance to staff using highly developed skills that involve listening, explaining, persuading, influencing, advising, negotiating and motivating. Accepts responsibility for developing competence in relation to the medical devices learners will be expected to use. Maintain and develop own professional knowledge, providing feedback to staff from any courses attended. Act as a assessor/supervisor to students in the perioperative environment.