GESH Practice Development Nurse - preceptorship; SGUH

Main area Nursing and Midwifery Grade Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job  
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Site St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Town Blackshaw Road Salary £58,133 - £65,261 per annum inclHCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 29/10/2026 23:59

The focus of this role is support in the clinical environment, - working clinically to teach and assess newly qualified nurses, to foster competence and confidence. The postholder will be responsible for monitoring the support of newly qualified nurses and nursing associates to ensure a smooth transition from student to registrant.

Additionally, the role has a focus on the delivery and evaluation of a Preceptorship programme. A key responsibility is a welcoming and comprehensive induction for all newly qualified nurses and nursing associates.

Clinical Support

Work clinically with newly qualified nurses in clinical practice to support the transition into role and the transition into clinical teams.

Assist with the facilitation of training, education, practice support and professional development of all newly registered nurses and nursing associates.

Educational Support

Lead on the delivery and evaluation of the Preceptorship programme ensuring it is relevant and regularly reviewed to include topics which align with the strategic objectives of the Trust.

To explore and expand the learning opportunities for newly qualified nurses using creative and flexible learning methods and resources e.g., eLearning modules and simulation

Organisational

Ensure an accurate and robust trust wide database of Preceptors and Preceptees is maintained, reporting issues and concerns to the Lead Nurse for Non-Medical Education and Training.

Challenge and influence ward managers to proactively succession plan Preceptor development to ensure a consistent supply of Preceptors.

Support for Preceptors

Coordinate and lead on the preparation, training and evaluation of the teaching programme for Preceptors

Organise Preceptee support sessions and forums to ensure practitioners are supported and assessed in line with Trust/ national standards and processes.

Communication

Communicate regularly with managers and Practice Educators on changes to Preceptorship and progress of all new registrants.

St George’s, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.

Our sites include St George’s Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area;
St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).

After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.

At gesh we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Information within the 'main duties of the job' section is not exhaustive - please see the job description and person specification attached.

The main responsibilities include:

Clinical support, organisational support, support for preceptors, recruitment and retention of nursing students and communication.

• Registered Nurse
• NMC approved Mentorship qualification or equivalent
• Evidence of recent continuing professional development
• Teaching qualification
• Completed Preceptor training

• 5 years relevant clinical experience
• Experience of working with senior managers in the organisation to identify and support skills in the clinical area
• Substantial experience of supervision and assessment of learners within the clinical setting
• Demonstrable experience of giving feedback in a supportive and compassionate manner
• Managerial experience
• Previous experience in a practice education role

• Able to respond rapidly and authoritatively to changing situations and to reset objectives
• Ability to challenge senior colleagues within the trust where appropriate to advocate for Preceptorship support
• Ability to…