Practice Development Nurse - HCSW Education

There are 2 posts, one cross site between RSCH and PRH and one cross site between WGH and SRH. Both with occasional travel to all sites.
The post holder will lead, support, coordinate & facilitate the development of education programmes for HCSW's. This role includes coordinating education activities and assessments of learning for HCSW's within the classroom setting and clinical areas in conjunction with clinical educators throughout the Trust.
You will work alongside the Senior Practice Development Nurse for HCSW Education and facilitate induction programmes including delivering the National Care Certificate Programme.
You will be an accessible and approachable point of contact for the HCSW's and their managers within the Trust, supporting HCSW's in developing their skills and knowledge and the development of their careers in the Trust.
You will promote and implement quality education programmes and learning opportunities for HCSW's that reflect contemporary practice and promote quality patient care, whilst incorporating local and national guidance.
We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses., You will be responsible for monitoring and supporting Band 3 HCSW Education Facilitators and will be expected to work alongside HCSW's in their clinical areas on a regular basis. They will collaborate with and support ward and department teams in enabling their HCSW's to develop and fulfil their potential.
To undertake and support the development and facilitation of clinical skills teaching requirements of the HCSW Induction Programme in conjunction with the Senior Practice Development Nurse for HCSW Education.
To manage, facilitate & support the recruitment and induction processes of HCSW's new to the Trust and provide clinical expertise and support to all HCSW's in practice.
To monitor and be responsible for ensuring all Trust HCSW's successfully complete the mandatory National Care Certificate standards., To undertake and support the development and facilitation of clinical skills teaching requirements of the HCSW Induction Programme in conjunction with the Senior Practice Development Nurse for HCSW Education.
To manage, facilitate & support the recruitment and induction processes of HCSW's new to the Trust and provide clinical expertise and support to all HCSW's in practice.
To monitor and be responsible for ensuring all Trust HCSW's successfully complete the mandatory National Care Certificate standards.
Important information for applicants
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal - to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.