Children & Young People - Clinical Educator

Job summary

As a Clinical Educator, you will work as part of the psychological professions training team atSussex University, supporting the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based education and clinicaltraining for Education Mental Health Practitioners (EMHP's). You will combine clinical expertisewith educational practice to ensure trainees develop the knowledge, skills, and professionalbehaviours required for safe and effective practice.

Main duties of the job

You will contribute to the design, delivery and evaluation of teaching and learning activities,including skills-based teaching, clinical simulations, and applied academic content. You willsupport trainees' development across academic, clinical and professional domains, includingthe integration of theory into practice.

The post holder will work collaboratively with academic staff, clinical supervisors and servicepartners to ensure that training remains aligned with national curricula, service priorities andprofessional standards. You will provide mentorship, teaching and clinical guidance to trainees,supporting their progression and competence within a structured training programme.

About us

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is a leading Teaching Trust for Brighton and Sussex Medical School, with a strongtrack recordin clinical service delivery,researchand education across mental health, learning disabilities, substance misuse, and prison healthcare. The Trust provides specialist services across theSouth Eastof England and beyond, supporting approximately 100,000 people each year.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from people from a wide range of backgrounds. We are particularly keen to hear from applicants with lived experience of mental health difficulties.

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the JD attachment for ore detailed description of main responsibilities and essential requirements

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised qualification in Education Mental Health Practitioner

Experience

Essential

• Two-years experience working within children's mental health services as a mental health professional.
• Experience of development of both experienced and junior staff providing support and assistance in their own professional and academic development