East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
The Practice Development team for maternity is looking to expand in order to ensure our staff and students have the best support possible to deliver safe, robust care. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a clinical skills facilitator (CSF) at WHH to join the existing team. Main duties of the job
To support midwives in clinical practice, prominently those undertaking a preceptorship programme, to develop and maintain clinical practice, knowledge, and skills. To work clinically with those on a preceptorship programme (to include newly qualified midwives, internationally educated midwives, and return to practice midwives) to assist them in developing their clinical skills and competencies throughout their preceptorship year. To coordinate with the preceptorship lead midwife and practice development midwives to regularly review the preceptorship programme, including planning and facilitating preceptorship training days and obstetric emergencies training. The post holder will coordinate with the practice education fellows to support individual midwives through individual programmes that develop their knowledge and skills and produce a competent workforce. The post holder will promote good working relationships and collaborative working with the multi-disciplinary team both within the directorate and the rest of the Trust as well as with the local education faculty. About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected, and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families, and carers we care for every day. Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Midwife on practising register - 2 years post registration experience Evidence of Professional development Relevant clinical experience Demonstration of previous experiences in relation to the knowledge and skills framework expected for clinical skills facilitator Clinical skills and experience
Ability to work towards and demonstrate completion of preceptorship pack Competencies and clinical skills related to the knowledge and skills framework for Band 6 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written) IT Skills Previous teaching experience Experience with appraisal process Governance
Awareness of the role of Professional Midwifery Advocate Knowledge of local and national maternity transformation programme Knowledge of midwifery issues including statutory frameworks and national policy Personal/professional attributes
Committed to a culture of continuous improvement, openness, and honesty Self-motivated Organisational prioritising skills Ability to motivate and develop clinical and managerial staff to their full potential Other requirements
To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Vision Ability to work across all sites as needed Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust Interim Matron for Education and Quality
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The Practice Development team for maternity is looking to expand in order to ensure our staff and students have the best support possible to deliver safe, robust care. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a clinical skills facilitator (CSF) at WHH to join the existing team. Main duties of the job
To support midwives in clinical practice, prominently those undertaking a preceptorship programme, to develop and maintain clinical practice, knowledge, and skills. To work clinically with those on a preceptorship programme (to include newly qualified midwives, internationally educated midwives, and return to practice midwives) to assist them in developing their clinical skills and competencies throughout their preceptorship year. To coordinate with the preceptorship lead midwife and practice development midwives to regularly review the preceptorship programme, including planning and facilitating preceptorship training days and obstetric emergencies training. The post holder will coordinate with the practice education fellows to support individual midwives through individual programmes that develop their knowledge and skills and produce a competent workforce. The post holder will promote good working relationships and collaborative working with the multi-disciplinary team both within the directorate and the rest of the Trust as well as with the local education faculty. About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected, and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families, and carers we care for every day. Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Midwife on practising register - 2 years post registration experience Evidence of Professional development Relevant clinical experience Demonstration of previous experiences in relation to the knowledge and skills framework expected for clinical skills facilitator Clinical skills and experience
Ability to work towards and demonstrate completion of preceptorship pack Competencies and clinical skills related to the knowledge and skills framework for Band 6 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written) IT Skills Previous teaching experience Experience with appraisal process Governance
Awareness of the role of Professional Midwifery Advocate Knowledge of local and national maternity transformation programme Knowledge of midwifery issues including statutory frameworks and national policy Personal/professional attributes
Committed to a culture of continuous improvement, openness, and honesty Self-motivated Organisational prioritising skills Ability to motivate and develop clinical and managerial staff to their full potential Other requirements
To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Vision Ability to work across all sites as needed Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust Interim Matron for Education and Quality
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