Part time (0.5 FTE) - Fixed Term (12 months) - High Wycombe
Salary - £32,332 - £36,024
Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That's why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.
Our University's DRIVE values and are at the heart of all that we do. We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and to each other as colleagues. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you require.
The role will undertake clinical teaching and assessment for the Student Nursing Associate (SNA), with the key priorities of driving improvements in pre-registration learner experiences during placements in General Practice, increasing learner engagement and improving retention.
You should be a Registered Nurse with post registration experience in General Practice with experience as a clinical educator or a good understanding of pre-registration nurse education. The post holder will work alongside multi- professional colleagues in the training hubs within the Integrated Care Systems (ICS) to raise awareness and promote the role of the Student Nursing Associate (SNA) role and the benefits the role can play in Primary Care Networks.
What we offer:
a generous holiday entitlement (35 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)
Hybrid working (dependant on business needs)
training & development support opportunities
contributory pension scheme
discounted gym membership for our on-site gym
a range of staff discounts with major retailers.
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If you have the qualities and attributes representative of the University's values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.
For further information about this role please contact Margaret [email protected]
All applications are to be made in full and online.
BNU is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our aim is to continue to build an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves. We therefore ensure that our interview/shortlisting Chairs complete the relevant e-learning and/or inclusive recruitment training.
We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in BNU'S workforce. These include people from global majority backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ people, particularly in more senior roles.
Closing Date: 21st June 2024
Interview Date: Week commencing 24th June 2024
Please note that an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) is required for this position. The successful applicant will be required to give consent to check their criminal record status through the DBS. Information will be kept in strict confidence. Your offer of appointment will be subject to the University being satisfied with the outcome of this check.
If you are successful in securing an interview for the role, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
BNU is a Disability Confident employer and as such you will be given the opportunity to declare a disability as part of the application process. The University is also committed to achieving the Race Equality Charter.
Location
High Wycombe
Contract Type
Fixed Term Contract
Salary Range
£32,332 - £36,024
Hours per week
18.5
Closing Date
21/06/2024
Ref No
1565
Job DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title:
Nursing Associate Practice Assessor
Faculty/Directorate:
Institute for Health and Social Care
Grade: F
Location:
High Wycombe
Hours: 18.5 hours per week
Responsible to: Head of Practice Learning
Job Purpose:
Facilitate high standards of clinical practice to General Practice and a key objective is to promote General Practice as an attractive setting for both nurses to develop new pathways to enable entry into the specialism, and Nursing Associates. The post holder will support the development of networks to support nurses, trainee nursing associates and nursing associates to develop a community of practice, to reduce isolation and vulnerability of their roles. You should be a Registered Nurse with post-registration experience in General Practice with experience as a clinical educator or a good understanding of pre-registration nurse education. The General Practice Educator will work alongside the training hubs within the Integrated Care Systems (ICS) to support the following:
Main Duties & Responsibilities of the role:
To help drive recruitment of internal and external candidates as SNAs – this will include the support and promotion of ARRS scheme to employers.
Attend relevant employer and sector groups to raise the profile of the SNA role, acting as a key resource for colleagues.
Signpost potential candidates to appropriate information needed to meet the educational requirements for their desired course. For example, function skills (Maths and English), and any additional requirements for university entry criteria.
Work alongside learners in a coaching and mentoring capacity to promote best practice, to motivate and inspire staff to achieve their best and promote a positive learning culture within General Practice.
Encourage the development of practice placements.
In the absence within an ICS of an existing preceptorship model for SNA's new to general practice the postholder will support the delivery of a sustainable preceptorship model fit for purpose.
Identify and support the training needs for staff new to nursing in general practice, providing individual action learning plans.
Work closely with colleagues to develop communication networks and close working with practice managers, practice placement areas and universities supporting the SNA programme.
Strive to make a difference to improving the care of patients and the ability to work autonomously and within the team are essential.
Collect relevant data, providing reports needed to evaluate the pilot project.
Comply with relevant legislative and other requirements (e.g., the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR; Health and Safety; UKVI; and Equality and Diversity) in all working practices.
Such other duties temporarily or on a continuing basis, as may reasonably be required.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
A = Application T = Test I = Interview
Education, Qualifications & Training
Means of Testing
Registered general nurse
A
Post registration education, relevant to primary care
A
General Practice experience
A/I
Knowledge & Experience
Delivering an excellent customer experience
A/I
Current experience in General Practice Nursing
A/I
Experience of teaching and assessing learners in practice
A/I
Knowledge of strategic developments within General Practice
A/I
Skills
Digitally able and proficient in Microsoft tools
A/I
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with commitment to development of General Practice education.
I
Excellent communication skills – verbal and written.
I
Excellent clinical skills, inclusive of multi-professional team working
I
Special Requirements
Ability to travel
A
Behavioural INDICATORS
The three key behavioural indicators for this post are as follows:
Delivering excellent service
Providing the best quality service to external and internal customers/students/stakeholders. Building genuine and open long-term relationships in order to drive up customer service standards.
Developing self and others
Showing commitment to own ongoing professional development. Supporting and encouraging others to develop their professional knowledge, skills and behaviours to enable them to reach their full potential.
Working together
Working collaboratively and across boundaries with others in order to achieve objectives. Recognising and valuing the different contributions people bring to this process.
Location
High Wycombe
Contract Type
Fixed Term Contract
Salary Range
£32,332 - £36,024
Hours per week
18.5
Closing Date
21/06/2024
Ref No
1565