GESH Practice Development Nurse - preceptorship (SGUH)
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustBlackshaw Road, London
Overview
This is a NHS role (permanent) with St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust based in Blackshaw Road. The advertised salary is £58,133 to £65,261. Applications close on 29 October 2026. GovJobs has indexed this vacancy from its official source — use the apply button to view the full advert and apply directly.
Job description
The focus of this role is support in the clinical environment, - working clinically to teach and assess newly qualified nurses, to foster competence a...
Clinical Support
Work clinically with newly qualified nurses in clinical practice to support the transition into role and the transition into clinical teams.
Assist with the facilitation of training, education, practice support and professional development of all newly registered nurses and nursing associates.
Educational Support
Lead on the delivery and evaluation of the Preceptorship programme ensuring it is relevant and regularly reviewed to include topics which align with the strategic objectives of the Trust.
To explore and expand the learning opportunities for newly qualified nurses using creative and flexible learning methods and resources e.g., eLearning modules and simulation
Organisational
Ensure an accurate and robust trust wide database of Preceptors and Preceptees is maintained, reporting issues and concerns to the Lead Nurse for Non-Medical Education and Training.
Challenge and influence ward managers to proactively succession plan Preceptor development to ensure a consistent supply of Preceptors.
Support for Preceptors
Coordinate and lead on the preparation, training and evaluation of the teaching programme for Preceptors
Organise Preceptee support sessions and forums to ensure practitioners are supported and assessed in line with Trust/ national standards and processes.
Communication
Communicate regularly with managers and Practice Educators on changes to Preceptorship and progress of all new registrants.
Information within the 'main duties of the job' section is not exhaustive - please see the job description and person specification attached.
Clinical support, organisational support, support for preceptors, recruitment and retention of nursing students and communication.
St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
At gesh we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.
Essential: - Registered Nurse; - NMC approved Mentorship qualification or equivalent; - Evidence of recent continuing professional development
Desirable: - Teaching qualification; - Completed Preceptor training
Essential: - 5 years relevant clinical experience; - Experience of working with senior managers in the organisation to identify and support skills in the clinical area; - Substantial experience of supervision and assessment of learners within the clinical setting; - Demonstrable experience of giving feedback in a supportive and compassionate manner
Desirable: - Managerial experience; - Previous experience in a practice education role
Essential: - Able to respond rapidly and authoritatively to changing situations and to reset objectives; - Ability to challenge senior colleagues within the trust where appropriate to advocate for Preceptorship support; - Ability to constructively analyse and evaluate data to ensure all new registrants are supported via the Trusts Preceptorship framework; - Ability to present formally and prepare and write reports for senior Trust staff; - Able to use Word data bases and PowerPoint and up to date with digital frameworks such as AI and SharePoint etc.
Essential: - Understanding of audit and evaluation processes; - Understanding of the requirements for Preceptorship using best practice guidelines including the national Preceptorship Framework (2022); - Understanding of quality monitoring processes
Desirable: - Knowledge of the main themes in the NHSE Safe Learning Environment Charter (2024)
Essential: - Behaves in a professional manner and demonstrates the trust's values; - Works collaboratively with all members of the team; - Self- motivated to develop personal and professional knowledge; - Remains calm and approachable within challenging situations; - Proactive, versatile and demonstrates a problem solving approach
How this role compares
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