Clinical Educator for Midwifery - Peterborough
The post holder will work within the Midwifery Education Team to assist with the facilitating of clinical education and training and to ensure all maternity staff provide safe evidenced care. In addition to delivering formal education and training, there is a requirement that a high level of clinical visibility and competence is maintained, approximately 50% per week.
You will be required to support maternity staff including newly recruited midwives, whilst acting as a professional role model and using clinical expertise. The post holder will need to demonstrate safe, evidence-based midwifery practices and be a role model.
The post holder will support the Maternity Division in its Education Programme to deliver the requirements as detailed in the Training Need Analysis for all clinicians.
Wider aspects include contributing to corporate projects associated with both National and Trust wide priorities and objectives, related to recruitment and retention initiatives.
***Please note we are only able to accept applications from those with a live NMC registration or UK nursing students awaiting their PIN as we are unable to support OSCE at this time***
Main Duties of the Job
Support the professional development programme for Maternity Staff in collaboration with the Educational Lead Midwife. Facilitate the support of all Maternity staff in clinical areas.
Contribute to the development of pre and post registration courses. Participate in the formulation of clinical guidelines and policies, providing research-based information to the process.
Support the preceptorship programme, along with the other clinical educators for newly qualified staff including annual appraisals for preceptorship midwives, and working alongside clinically.
Lead on the provision of induction, orientation and clinical support for all new maternity staff.
Provide education and training in practice, including skills drills and practical skills necessary for the midwife's extended role. Participate in teaching on the multidisciplinary in-house training programme.
About Us
We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.
In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Job Responsibilities
Please see the attached job description which gives full details of the role. Alternatively, call to arrange an informal visit to meet the team.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
* Relevant Degree or evidence of further study and experience to the equivalent
* Up to date professional portfolio demonstrating evidence of personal and professional development
* Conversant with NMC Rules governing practice
* Registered Midwife
Experience
* Experience in all midwifery pathways
* Experience of multidisciplinary working and interagency working
* Experience of mentoring and developing staff
* Evidence of teaching and assessing skills, including design, coordination and evaluation
* Experience as Band 6 rotational Midwife (1 year)
Knowledge
* Sound knowledge of current professional issues
* Understanding of government initiatives
* Ability to gather, analyse and interpret highly complex and conflicting information
* Sound knowledge of Maternity Improvement Programme
* Evidence of involvement in audit cycles and reviewing practice
* Knowledge of NMC Midwifery Standards of Pre-reg Education
* Knowledge of CNST and National Drivers for Educational Requirements within Maternity
Skills and Abilities
* Capable of working autonomously
* Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
* Good report writing skills
* Ability to motivate staff and influence midwives and other professionals
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.
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