Deputy Clinical Practice Facilitator

Deputy Clinical Practice Facilitator - CLiP Educator Join to apply for the Deputy Clinical Practice Facilitator – CLiP Educator role at NHS. 3 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants. There is one full‑time and one part‑time opportunity available for this post. Two exciting opportunities have arisen for experienced, dynamic and motivated midwives to join our midwifery education team on a part‑time and full‑time basis, working collaboratively with the CPF and University partners. We are looking for a midwife with a broad range of experience within maternity services, with a passion for education to prepare and train staff and embed Collaborative Learning in Practice (CLiP) in the Trust. The role of Deputy Clinical Placement Facilitator – CLiP Educator is to work alongside the existing deputy and Clinical Placement Facilitator ensuring the education and development of all student midwives within maternity services and other learning environments meets the NMC pre‑registration midwifery standard. This role will also focus on creating, sharing and embedding the Collaborative Learning in Practice (CLiP) vision within Maternity. Main duties of the job Co‑ordinate and facilitate the educational activities of individual pre‑ and post‑registration students and return‑to‑practice (RTP) midwives, working in partnership with the HEI to promote evidence‑based learning in the development of midwifery practice, encompassing local and national service objectives. Work in partnership with the Trust, Maternity Clinical Placement Facilitator and HEIs to strategically plan the student placement mapping, allocating students on an annual basis, ensuring processes are in place to monitor and manage the operational and quality aspects of placements. Facilitate a positive learning experience by assuring a safe and effective clinical placement for midwifery students which takes into account the capacity of clinical areas and practice assessors & supervisors. Ensure that students achieve the NMC requirements for clinical skills (e.g. 40 facilitated births) and manipulate student learning experiences where necessary to meet this need, troubleshooting when issues arise. Maintain a record of each student’s progress and clinical teaching contact time. Be conversant with and implement education and practice standards from the NMC, HEI, NHS England, LMNS, Capital Midwives and other government agendas. About Us Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high‑performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond. We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of ‘Outstanding’ from the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard’s Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home. Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, our procedures and our People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times. We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly. Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well‑regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits. Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ and Nursing Times Best Places to Work list. Details • Date posted: 26 November 2025 • Pay scheme: Agenda for change • Band: Band 7 • Salary: £56,276 to £63,176 a year pro‑rated p.a. inc. • Contract: Permanent • Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time, Compressed hours • Reference number: 293‑SWNS‑0526 • Job locations: Homerton University Hospital, Homerton Row, E9 6SR, London, E9 6SR Education qualifications NMC Registered Midwife Mentorship Course and sign‑off mentor/SSSA training Evidence of Continuing Professional Development Minimum of first degree, and post‑registration courses (CPD) relevant to clinical specialty Practice Assessor course or equivalent teaching experience Desirable Master’s qualification or relevant master's level experience in relevant specialist area Essential Sufficient experience to fulfil the requirements of the job with any aids and adaptations The ability to work flexibly, think laterally and communicate effectively at all levels of the organisation Travel to community and university sites when required Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values Commitment and adherence to equality, diversity and inclusion Adheres to the trust values and encourages others to work accordingly Experience Relevant post‑registration experience, with experience in education or as either junior specialist role Evidence of working with and supporting student Midwives Management of high‑risk obstetric cases Mentoring experience Experience of change management / implementation of practice change Able to organise and facilitate teaching sessions Previous extensive experience at band 6 Skills and Abilities Ability to demonstrate the required expertise associated with a senior midwife role Good team worker ability, autonomous practitioner Proven teaching and assessing skills Able to demonstrate Advanced clinical skills Evidence of applying current research to practice Excellent interpersonal, influencing and presentation skills Leadership skills Good IT skills, understanding of Office Works suite including PowerPoint Proven oral and written communication skills Demonstrates ability to adapt to NHS service developments & new nursing theories for use in the clinical area Understanding of current NHS issues and initiatives Ability to lead, develop and motivate staff Highly motivated and uses own initiative; committed to student midwife development and training Knowledge Sound knowledge of midwifery practice and midwifery education framework Management of high‑risk obstetric cases Knowledge and understanding of current NHS, midwifery and education issues and initiatives Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website. Employer details Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation TrustHomerton University HospitalHomerton Row, E9 6SRLondonE9 6SR Employer's website: https://www.homerton.nhs.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr