Clinical Educator

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) to join the Newcastle 0-19 Service as a Band 7 Clinical Educator. This community-based role will lead the development, delivery and evaluation of education, training and clinical competency programmes that support the ongoing development of the multidisciplinary workforce and contribute to excellence in care for babies, children, young people and families.

The post holder will work across community settings to promote high-quality, evidence-based practice, ensuring staff have the knowledge, skills and competencies required to meet the changing needs of the population and service. They will provide professional leadership, expert advice and educational support to practitioners, students and colleagues, championing a culture of continuous learning and quality improvement. This role offers the opportunity to influence practice development, workforce transformation and service improvement across the 0-19 Service while working closely with operational and professional leaders.

• Lead the development, delivery and evaluation of clinical education, training and workforce development programmes across the 0-19 Service.
• Undertake training needs analyses and identify opportunities to enhance learning and professional development within the workforce.
• Develop, implement and evaluate competency-based education and clinical skills programmes.
• Support pre-registration students, SCPHN students, newly qualified practitioners, preceptors and established staff to achieve learning outcomes and professional competencies.
• Promote evidence-based practice and support the translation of research, audit findings and national guidance into clinical practice.
• Coach, mentor and support staff to develop confidence, competence and professional leadership skills.
• Work collaboratively with operational managers, practice supervisors, practice assessors, higher education institutions and partner organisations.
• Support compliance with mandatory training requirements and professional standards.
• Contribute to quality improvement, audit, governance and patient safety initiatives.
• Act as a visible professional role model, supporting staff development across community teams.
• Contribute to corporate education initiatives and Trust-wide professional development work streams as required.

The post holder will provide expert educational leadership within the Newcastle 0-19 Service and will be responsible for ensuring that workforce development supports the delivery of safe, effective and responsive services for babies, children, young people and families.

• Design, deliver and evaluate innovative learning programmes aligned with service priorities and workforce requirements.
• Develop competency frameworks, assessment tools and educational resources to support professional practice.
• Coordinate induction, preceptorship and ongoing professional development programmes.
• Facilitate formal and informal learning opportunities across community teams.
• Support SCPHN students and other learners within practice placements, ensuring high-quality learning experiences.
• Contribute to local, regional and national educational initiatives and professional networks.
• Foster a culture of lifelong learning, reflective practice and continuous improvement.

• Maintain professional credibility through contemporary community practice and expert SCPHN knowledge.
• Act as an expert resource for staff in relation to public health, safeguarding, clinical practice and professional standards.
• Support the implementation of evidence-based practice and service developments across the 0-19 Service.
• Influence and facilitate positive change through professional leadership and practice development initiatives.
• Act as a role model for compassionate leadership, professional behaviour and high standards of care.
• Provide support and advice in relation to complex clinical and professional issues.

• Lead and participate in audit, evaluation and quality improvement programmes.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of educational initiatives on workforce capability and patient outcomes.
• Support clinical governance processes, including patient safety, safeguarding, incident review and learning from practice.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of policies, procedures and clinical standards.
• Ensure educational…