Job summary

There are 2 posts, one cross site between RSCH and PRH and one cross site between WGH and SRH. Both with occasional travel to all sites.

The post holder will lead, support, coordinate & facilitate the development of education programmes for HCSW's. This role includes coordinating education activities and assessments of learning for HCSW's within the classroom setting and clinical areas in conjunction with clinical educators throughout the Trust.

You will work alongside the Senior Practice Development Nurse for HCSW Education and facilitate induction programmes including delivering the National Care Certificate Programme.

You will be an accessible and approachable point of contact for the HCSW's and their managers within the Trust, supporting HCSW's in developing their skills and knowledge and the development of their careers in the Trust.

You will promote and implement quality education programmes and learning opportunities for HCSW's that reflect contemporary practice and promote quality patient care, whilst incorporating local and national guidance.

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for monitoring and supporting Band 3 HCSW Education Facilitators and will be expected to work alongside HCSW's in their clinical areas on a regular basis. They will collaborate with and support ward and department teams in enabling their HCSW's to develop and fulfil their potential.

To undertake and support the development and facilitation of clinical skills teaching requirements of the HCSW Induction Programme in conjunction with the Senior Practice Development Nurse for HCSW Education.

To manage, facilitate & support the recruitment and inductionprocesses of HCSW's new to theTrust and provide clinical expertise and support to all HCSW's in practice.

To monitor and be responsible for ensuring all Trust HCSW's successfully complete the mandatory National Care Certificate standards.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description.

To undertake and support the development and facilitation of clinicalskills teaching requirementsof the HCSW Induction Programme inconjunction with the Senior Practice Development Nursefor HCSWEducation.

To manage, facilitate & support the recruitment and inductionprocesses of HCSWs new to theTrust and provide clinical expertise and support to all HCSWs in practice.

To monitor and be responsible for ensuring all Trust HCSWs successfully complete the mandatory National Care Certificate standards.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• First level registered nurse with Nursing and Midwifery Council (UK)
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or equivalent
• Practice Assessor or equivalent
• Experience of teaching and assessing learners (face to face, blended, e-learning)
• Experience of working in a role developing practice

Desirable

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential