Job Description

For more information on the and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role Come and join the Community Practice Education Team, who work across the whole of Eastern, Mid and Northern Devon services, making a difference to those who deliver, and receive care in a variety of settings. No two days are the same, where you can develop and apply a wide variety of clinical skills and knowledge as a clinician. We have a supportive and friendly ethos within the team, with a promotion of education, learning for all.



We work closely with wider services such as Safeguarding, QAIT, Devon County Council, CQC, ICB and many more, to be assured escalated concerns are being addressed promptly, to make services safer for all our community. The Community Practice Educator will be working in the Community Practice Education Team, with close partnership with Care Services, Voluntary Services and Community Teams to; Deliver proactive education in a wide range of topics across community teams, care homes and external organisations in line with the Enhancing Health in Care Homes Framework (EHCH) (NHS), and local organisational objectives. Be involved in a wide range of topics & projects within the Community Services and Care Services. Develop and build effective working relationships with key agencies; identifying those who would benefit from education in a wide range of topics to upskill their staff.



Support Community colleagues to reduce hospital admissions from the community, by advocating high quality care skills, escalation and multi-professional conversation, advice, education and signposting. To collate, analyse and present data in relation to admission avoidance and effectiveness of the topics delivered. Create, update, review and deliver education packages, and bespoke learning for external care settings & providers, as well as community teams within the Royal Devon. Please ensure you have read the attached job description for a full list of essential and desirable criteria for this post.



As a leadership and management team, we continually strive for a service that delivers care excellence in our community. We encourage open, constructive feedback, building a better workplace together, and developing our team. We believe in a work place that is fair and open. We have a wide range of skill mix within the team, which benefits our service users, care staff and colleagues immensely.



You will be part of a dedicated team, delivering a wide range of clinical education and service improvement, and on occasion, some involvement in safeguarding concerns. Candidates will need to have excellent communication skills; as you will be delivering education and advice to those in a variety of settings and backgrounds. These conversations may be tough at times. You will be working with wider services also, to ensure integrated working across Devon with our wider service colleagues.



We have a supportive and dynamic management team who truly value staff wellbeing and development. You will be provided with regular supervision and support with ongoing professional development as identified in your annual appraisal. There is opportunity to develop yourself as a clinical educator through a wide range of programmes/training available. Candidates will need to own their own car, with business insurance as the role involves driving to visit settings and teams across Eastern, Mid and Northern Devon.



Expenses are paid as per Royal Devon Policy. We look forward to hearing from you! Weekly Working Hours: 22.5 - 23.25 hours a week, 08:30 - 16:30, 3 out of 7 days. Daytime.



No nights. Evening/Weekends if service required. Flexible working pattern can be discussed at interview. Interview Date: To be confirmed.

For more information please contact:

Victoria Bennett - Team Manager - victoria.bennett2@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.