As a Clinical Educator, you will work as part of the psychological professions training team at Sussex University, supporting the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based education and clinical training for Education Mental Health Practitioners (EMHP's). You will combine clinical expertise with educational practice to ensure trainees develop the knowledge, skills, and professional
behaviours required for safe and effective practice.
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 will support trainees’ development across academic, clinical and professional domains, including the integration of theory into practice.
The post holder will work collaboratively with academic staff, clinical supervisors and service partners to ensure that training remains aligned with national curricula, service priorities and professional standards. You will provide mentorship, teaching and clinical guidance to trainees, supporting their progression and competence within a structured training programme.
Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is a leading Teaching Trust for Brighton and Sussex Medical School, with a strong track record in clinical service delivery, research and education across mental health, learning disabilities, substance misuse, and prison healthcare. The Trust provides specialist services across the South East of 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.
Please refer to the JD attachment for ore detailed description of main responsibilities and essential requirements
