Job Description

For more information on the and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role Recovery Practice Educators Roles and responsibilities Provide at the elbow support for all staff Arrange suitable mentors/assessors to work with our students on placement Liaise with the wards regarding any nursing spoke students who visit for a couple of days experience. We try to arrange this when we have less ODP students so everyone gets a good opportunity to learn. Attend senior team meetings Catch up within the team to discuss staff progress, any concerns etc Assist clinical band 6 with list allocations, putting staff with their mentors, certain staff in certain areas, certain staff on certain lists to achieve competencies Interviewing Attend sickness meetings with clinical 6/7 Keep up to date competency record Keep records of all training NG link and sign off for NG competencies Blood training and be blood champions Arrange audit.



Book guest speakers Discuss within PDR group how staff are progressing. Book staff on relevant courses- preceptorship, medicines management, IV study days, PCA and Epidural study days. Book staff on ILS/PILS Respond to staff queries Be an approachable staff member for staff to ask questions Update practice Ed/ Recovery page on HUB Create learning packs for new starters Work with new starters on their first day/week to achieve orientation Meet with new starters after 6 weeks with their mentors to assess progress Teaching sessions Develop assessment frameworks for skills Coordinate when necessary Relieve staff to attend teaching sessions/ PDRs/E learning Support and advise staff with the revalidation process Identify learning needs within the department Work clinically on lists as required Undertake own training to maintain or develop competence Blood gas machine key trainers Work with PDR team leaders to write SMART goals for any member of staff needing further support. Attend meetings and evaluate progress The successful candidate will work with the practice educator team to lead the organisation of the teaching and assessing of essential training and competencies for the Recovery team.



Additionally, they will have a good understanding of the mentoring processes for student nurses / ODP's / TNA's and be involved in devising, planning and delivering training programmes as required. This vacancy is an excellent opportunity to support career progression and development and the role will be supported by the other unit practice educators and the Recovery matron and clinical leadership team, together with opportunities to attend relevant training. https://rdehospital.pagetiger.com/cnzwlje/1 https://rdehospital.pagetiger.com/ward-showcases/june-2022/?ptit=6607742FD0732542FA2C2 Working Pattern: Part time / shifts Interview Date: 18th August 2025 For further information please contact: Claire Wedgwood CNM Recovery on 01392 402368 claire.wedgood@nhs.net As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.



We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.



Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.



Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.



Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).



Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.