Job descriptionSalary & Location Salary:£36,255 per annum based on 30 hours (full time equivalent £44,715 per annum based on 37 hours). Location: Farnham & the Beacon Centre in Guildford. Role Overview Phyllis Tuckwell is looking to appoint a Clinical Trainer within our education team. We seek an experienced registered nurse with experience in palliative/end‑of‑life care or long‑term conditions, who has a passion for learning and development, enjoys training and shares the values of continuous learning and development. The role encompasses supporting the effective planning and delivery of both internal and external blended training, contributing to our learning and education programmes, and acting as a resource to disseminate knowledge and skills in palliative and end‑of‑life care to influence safe and effective clinical care for local health and social care professionals. About You * Registered Nurse (RGN) at degree level * Current NMC registration in adult or general nursing * Experience in palliative/end‑of‑life care or long‑term conditions * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Team player * Work with teams and managers to deliver high‑quality services for patients, carers and their families * Car driver and owner * Experience of multidisciplinary team working and with external partners About Us We are based in Farnham and Guildford, providing bespoke, compassionate palliative and end‑of‑life care for people living with an advanced or terminal illness across West Surrey and North‑East Hampshire. Phyllis Tuckwell is a very special place to work. Our staff make a real difference to the lives of our patients and their loved ones, providing outstanding care at a time that really matters. Our staff are pivotal in helping deliver our vital services, ensuring every day is precious for our patients. Diversity & Equality We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, with the principles of fairness and equality at its core. We are an equal opportunities employer, who values and respects employees’ unique knowledge, skills and experiences. We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community. All appointments are made following a fair and equitable process based on merit, job requirements and business need. We Offer * Six weeks paid holiday plus public holidays (pro‑rated for part‑time staff) * Continuation of NHS Pension or Phyllis Tuckwell Group Personal Pension Plan (matched contributions up to 7.5%) * Employee Assistance Programme * Blue Light Discount Card * Possibility to study MSc modules * Access to learning and professional development * Rotation opportunities A Great Place to Work * Flexible hours and flexible working * Supportive colleagues * Clinical supervision and support * 97 % of our staff are proud to work for Phyllis Tuckwell We reserve the right to close the role ahead of the closing date should sufficient applications be received. Your early response is therefore encouraged. Please note that we do not hold a sponsor licence and therefore are unable to provide sponsorship. NO MEDIA OR AGENCIES Job Responsibilities 1. Professional o To work with the Clinical Education Manager and other clinical education team members in designing and delivering education sessions in palliative and end‑of‑life care inclusive of symptom management for PT clinicians and local external health care professionals. o To work in conjunction with the Clinical Education Manager and Clinical Education leads to ensure that the quality and standard of the teaching programmes is maintained, and the content is regularly reviewed with colleagues subject to participant feedback and needs. o To work as part of the training team assisting with the planning and content of e‑learning modules within PT Training Tracker. o Assist with the design of lesson plans and presentations to encompass varied teaching/learning styles, with a facilitative approach to encourage a learning environment with discussion and rationalising evidence‑based practice. o Review evaluations and feedback and action accordingly in discussion with the education team. o To be aware of the relevance of information technology (IT) and its use within the delivery of education e.g. blended learning. o Work with Service Leads to help embed a training culture to disseminate knowledge and skills and learn from feedback as part of service improvement. o To be a specialist resource providing leadership through the provision of sharing expert up‑to‑date evidence‑based knowledge in palliative and end‑of‑life care. o Demonstrate enhanced communication skills to empower health care professional development within a safe environment. o Work in partnership with external education leads to identify shared provision of learning and training materials. o To maintain own professional registration, to keep abreast of current practices and to identify personal training and development needs. o To observe and adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct including the Administration of Medicines, Record Keeping, Guidelines for Clinical Practice and Revalidation requirements. o In conjunction with other Leads, to review and update clinical policies and guidelines in line with best practice. 2. Clinical o Maintain current clinical knowledge and skills to inform teaching and training, through working as a member of PT multidisciplinary team. o Through autonomous practice to coach health and social care professionals across care settings to embed learning into practice. o To abide by the principles of clinical and information governance prioritising patient and staff safety. o To network with other external organisations identifying training and learning needs. 3. Training and Development o To help foster a culture of lifelong learning amongst health and social care professionals. o To facilitate opportunities for reflective practice, promoting an environment where learning can occur from experiences and feedback. o To support the Care Certificate and Preceptorship programme for relevant staff within PT, facilitating the individual through ongoing assessment and feedback. o To support the development of health care assistants wishing to undertake Nursing Associate training. To support students in practice. o To work with other senior PT clinicians e.g. Clinical Nurse Specialists, to deliver the external clinical education programme. o To be an active member of Phyllis Tuckwell’s Education Department, reviewing the educational needs of all staff members in conjunction with the Clinical Education team. o To address personal and professional development using the PT Annual Performance Review System. o To be responsible for accessing support/supervision/coaching to underpin the role. 4. Research o To participate in audit and research as appropriate within the PT environment, encouraging staff participation. o To implement findings of evidence‑based practice. 5. Safeguarding, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion o Role holders are required to understand their responsibilities in the safeguarding context, ensuring Phyllis Tuckwell reduces the risk of harm or abuse of adults and children at risk. o Adhere to Phyllis Tuckwell’s Safeguarding Policy, local authority multi‑agency safeguarding policy, the law (Care Act 2014) and Mental Capacity Act 2005 (including Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards). o Inform the appropriate PT professional where there is concern that an adult or child may be at risk of harm, abuse, or neglect. Person Specification Qualifications * Registered Nurse. * Educated to degree level or equivalent. Other * Enthusiastic and a passion for learning. * Flexible and adaptable to a changing environment. * Ability to lead and support. * Proactive and forward thinking, with an awareness of resource needs. Experience * Have a range of post‑registration nursing experience (transferable skills). * Have experience of working within palliative and end‑of‑life care in any setting. * Have experience of working autonomously and facilitating learning. * Demonstrable experience of delivering training to health care professionals. * Able to cope with competing pressures. Skills and Knowledge * Demonstrate a breadth of excellent clinical skills. * Excellent communicator and interpersonal skills. * Professional commitment and self‑awareness. * Be able to motivate self and others. * To work without direct supervision. * Sound knowledge of current issues. * Knowledge to critically examine evidence so as to inform policy, guidelines, and education. * Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and with external professionals. * Good organisational and time management skills. * Ability to use various modes of IT including internet to enhance learning. * Comprehensive understanding of palliative care and understanding of PTs philosophy of care. * To have an understanding of how learners learn and be adaptable and facilitative in education delivery. 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 to check for any previous criminal convictions. J-18808-Ljbffr
