Associate Practice Education Facilitator

• As an Associate Practice Education Facilitator, you will support learners, Practice Supervisors, Practice Assessors and clinical teams to deliver high-quality practice learning experiences. You will contribute to the implementation of the NMC Standards for Student Supervision and Assessment (SSSA), support the development of staff involved in learner supervision and assessment, and help promote excellence in practice learning across a range of clinical settings.
• The role involves working collaboratively with clinical teams and university partners to support learner progression, provide educational guidance, monitor practice learning environments and identify opportunities for quality improvement. You will contribute to placement quality reviews, learner support initiatives, educational activities, practice education projects and service development work that enhances learner experience and organisational objectives.
• We are looking for a registered nurse with experience of supporting learners in practice and an understanding of the NMC Standards for Student Supervision and Assessment. You will have excellent communication, facilitation and organisational skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with learners, clinical teams and university partners.
• You will be able to work autonomously within your scope of practice, recognise when to seek support, and contribute proactively to quality improvement and service development.

Essential

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• Degree in Nursing or equivalent level of knowledge, skills and experience gained through professional practice.
• Practice Assessor qualification or evidence of successful completion of Practice Assessor preparation.
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to nursing practice, education and practice learning.

Desirable

• Teaching qualification (e.g. PGCert in Education) or equivalent qualification/experience in education, teaching or facilitation.

Essential

• Relevant post-registration clinical nursing experience.
• Experience supporting pre registration nursing students, student nursing associates, apprentices and Health Care Support Workers within clinical practice learning environments.
• Experience supporting learners experiencing difficulties within practice learning environments and working collaboratively with clinical teams to implement appropriate support.
• Experience of delivering teaching, facilitation, coaching or education sessions.

Desirable

• Experience of providing education, coaching or development support to Practice Supervisors, Practice Assessors and clinical teams.
• Experience working collaboratively with Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) or external education partners.
• Experience contributing to quality improvement activities, audit, benchmarking or practice education projects.