Clinical Educator for Learning Disabilities and Autism

Clinical Educator for Learning Disabilities and Autism

The closing date is 14 June 2026.

Job summary

Learning Disabilities, Autism and Mental Health EDUCATOR DEVELOPMENT ROLE Band 7

Fixed Term Contract: 14 months

Main duties of the job

• Lead, coordinate and deliver education and training in Learning Disabilities and Autism, including the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism.
• Deliver Learning Disabilities and Autism awareness and Mental Capacity Act (MCA) training to support staff competence and compliance.
• Maintain a visible clinical presence on wards, providing real‑time advice, coaching and support to staff.
• Support the development and implementation of reasonable adjustments, including CHOICE Assessments and effective use of Hospital Passports.
• Analyse and interpret data from incidents, audits and reviews to inform education and improve patient safety.
• Lead and contribute to quality improvement initiatives relating to Learning Disabilities and Autism.
• Coordinate and support responses to SEND requirements, including Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) processes and quality assurance.
• Provide specialist advice and guidance to multidisciplinary teams across the Trust.
• Support, supervise and develop Band 6 staff and administrative colleagues within the Clinical Education Team.
• Work collaboratively with ward managers, professional leads and external partners to identify and meet workforce development needs.
• Ensure compliance with Trust policies, national standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain own professional development and contribute to a positive learning culture across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Current NMC register Learning Disability Nurse (Essential)
• Post Graduate Certificate in Education/GIC or an equivalent level (Desirable)

Knowledge & Experience

• Evidence of contribution to curriculum planning and course development
• Developing managerial/leadership skills
• Evidence of formal/informal teaching which has influenced patient care
• Ability to manage/work within a multidisciplinary team
• Evidence of clinical and managerial development
• Ability to motivate others
• Commitment to practising, monitoring and teaching to a high standard of clinical care
• A knowledge of and practical use of information technology
• Understanding of current issues in education and practice, including Trust initiatives and NMC/HCPC developments
• Evidence of experience in patient safety and investigations, including report writing (Desirable)
• Awareness of national Trust agendas (Desirable)
• Exposure to technology‑dependent patients relevant to the role (Desirable)

Analytical and Judgment Skills

• Ability to understand and respond in emergencies
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Values accuracy and attention to detail
• Methodical and well‑organised
• Willing to develop skills and knowledgeSmart appearance

Professional/Managerial/Specialist Knowledge

• Been in a Band 6 role for the last 12 months (Essential)
• Awareness of current research, development and evidence‑based practice
• Understanding of Clinical Governance
• Child Protection Level 3
• Evidence of ability to confront challenging issues using a problem‑solving approach, including change management (Essential)
• Ability to produce clear, accurate written, verbal and electronic reports
• Able to act as a resource and demonstrate excellent negotiation skills (Essential)
• Ability to put current research into practice and bring about change (Desirable)

Personal Skills / Abilities and Attributes

• Excellent telephone manner
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to prioritise and plan workload and capacity in line with service and organisational needs
• Ability to work under pressure in a very busy environment
• Computer literate
• Experience in data inputting into Excel, Access databases, etc.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required to confirm no previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from candidates requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered. Further information is available on the UK Visas and Immigration website.

EEO Statement

The Trust is committed to promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality, and encourages applications from all community members regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.

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