Education Governance Lead (INTERNAL ONLY)
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Education Governance Lead (INTERNAL ONLY)
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a dynamic and experienced Education Governance Lead to join the Education team. This pivotal role will support the development, delivery, and quality assurance of clinical education across the southern region of the Trust.
Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Location: Trust HQ, Abbey Court, Eagle Way, Exeter, EX2 7HY
Closing date: 19 May 2026
Main duties of the job
- Help to develop and oversee the Trust's clinical education programme, including simulation and digital learning.
- Support and develop Education Leads and Practitioners to deliver high-quality, evidence-based training.
- Collaborate with internal and external partners to shape national and local education programmes.
- Ensure alignment with regulatory standards and strategic objectives.
- Act as a clinical and educational role model, promoting excellence in patient care and professional development.
About us
Working for [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is an experience like no other. We provide emergency and urgent care, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, operating across the largest ambulance region in England of 10,000 square miles and responding to an average of 2,650 incidents every day. We remain committed to ensuring that we provide the best possible care for all our patients, which is reflected in our new five-year strategy. At the heart of our beautiful and diverse region we employ over 6000 people and are supported by over 575 volunteers.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential:
- Relevant BSc (Hons) degree or equivalent and working towards a relevant post-graduate level qualification such as MSc.
- Cert Ed or PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification at level 6 or above.
- HCPC / NMC registered clinician.
- Minimum 5 years post-registration experience as a Registered Health Care Professional.
Desirable:
- Management or Clinical Leadership qualification.
- Membership of the College of Paramedics.
- ALS / EPALS provider.
Previous Experience (Paid or Unpaid)
Essential:
- Experience of clinical mentoring.
- Experience of teaching pre and post registration healthcare professionals in class-based and operational settings.
- Experience of liaison with external stakeholders and institutions.
Desirable:
- Experience of teaching at higher education level.
Skills, Knowledge, Ability
Essential:
- Proven ability to act as a clinical leader and manager.
- Portfolio evidence of design and development of education syllabus.
Additional Information
This role meets the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under current Home Office regulations. Applications are welcome from candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK. For further information on visa sponsorship and eligibility, please refer to the UK Government guidance on Skilled Worker visas: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.
For further information about this role please see the attached job description and person specification. PLEASE NOTE: Internal candidates are asked to seek approval from their current [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] line manager prior to applying for this secondment opportunity.
Employer details
Employer name: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
Address: Trust HQ, Abbey Court, Eagle Way, Exeter, EX2 7HY
Employer's website: https://www.swast.nhs.uk
Contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Digital Education and Insights Manager, Lucy Sampson at [contact hidden]