Clinical Educator


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£39,959 - £48,117
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Liverpool, L9 7AL
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	24 Jul 2026
Closing date:	5 Aug 2026

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Summary

Band 6 Clinical Educator Acute Medical Unit (AMU) 1. Clinical Education & Training Deliver highquality clinical education, bedside teaching, and competencybased training for staff working on AMU across Bands 36. Plan, coordinate, and facilitate AMU induction programmes, ensuring staff are equipped to work safely within acute, highturnover environments. Support delivery of rolespecific education for Ambulatory Emergency Care (AEC), High Care areas, and general AMU clinical practice. [Governance June 23 | Word] Act as a visible and accessible educational resource on the unit, supporting learning in realtime clinical practice. 2. Preceptorship & Staff Development Coordinate and support preceptorship programmes for newly qualified nurses, international nurses, and returntopractice staff. Provide coaching, supervision, and professional support to developing Band 5 nurses, supporting progression and retention. Contribute to individual learning plans and support staff to meet required competencies within agreed timeframes. 3. Competency Assessment & Assurance Support the completion, assessment, and maintenance of clinical competency frameworks in line with Trust standards. Work with Ward Managers and senior staff to monitor and assure training compliance, including mandatory, essential, and rolespecific training using the AMU Training Matrix. Identify training risks and escalate concerns appropriately where patient safety or workforce capability may be compromised. 4. Patient Safety & GovernanceLed Education Translate learning from incidents, After Action Reviews, audits, complaints, and governance meetings into targeted education and practice development on AMU. Deliver education in response to identified themes such as falls prevention, pressure ulcer prevention, documentation standards, escalation of deterioration, and medicines safety. Support staff understanding and implementation of Trust policies, clinical guidelines, and national bestpractice standards. 5. Quality Improvement & Service Development Support and contribute to quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes and staff capability on AMU. Assist in audits, evaluations, and reviews to measure the impact of education on clinical practice and patient safety. Participate in service development and improvement work relating to workforce education and training. 6. Leadership, Professional RoleModel & Support Act as a professional role model, demonstrating high standards of clinical practice, leadership, and compassionate care. Promote a just culture and learning culture, encouraging reflective practice and staff engagement. Support Ward Managers and senior nurses by providing expert educational input and advice. 7. Communication, Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Work collaboratively with Practice Development Teams, Ward Managers, Matrons, and multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure education aligns with service priorities. Contribute to Trust education networks, forums, and initiatives, sharing learning and best practice. Maintain accurate records of education delivered, competency assessments, and evaluation outcomes. 8. Professional Accountability & Development Maintain own clinical credibility, competence, and professional registration in line with NMC requirements. Engage in continuing professional development, clinical supervision, and appraisal processes. Ensure all education activity reflects Trust values, policies, and governance frameworks.

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