Clinical Educator

Days available: Tuesday (x2) (0.2 FTE); Thursday (x2) (0.2 FTE) and Friday (0.2 FTE)

Fixed-term contract for 12 months

Health Sciences University (HSU; formerly AECC University College) is a specialist health sciences institution dedicated to excellent education, clinical care and applied research.

Following the recent approval of our new university title, HSU, in July 2024 and the merger of the University College of Osteopathy into the HSU family from 1st August 2024, the institution is in a phase of growth and transformation across our campuses in Bournemouth and central London.

We are highly values-driven, inspired by our mission to ‘create a healthier society through education, research and clinical care’ with highly dedicated and capable staff and students working together within a caring and inclusive community. We are partway through the delivery of our Strategic Plan 2021–2026, entitled Fit for the Future, which we will refresh in the coming weeks to reflect recent institutional changes.

HSU delivers a diverse and growing portfolio of pre- and post-registration academic provision and research in allied health and related disciplines and substantial CQC-registered clinical and imaging services delivering high-quality care for our staff, students and local communities. These facilities create a unique offering in higher education for our students to gain valuable practice learning experience onsite, support local and regional NHS partners, and provide a data-rich research environment for our students, staff and partners.

Partnership working sits at the heart of what we do as an agile and collaborative higher education provider and clinical provider, responding to the workforce, educational and clinical needs of our external stakeholders and supporting our communities as an established anchor institution. As we continue to develop in Dorset and London, it is imperative that we develop a more strategically informed approach to partnership working as a multi-professional centre of excellence for healthcare education, clinical care and research locally, regionally, nationally and internationally.

We provide a vibrant and positive inter-professional learning and practice environment within a caring and inclusive community.

About the role

As a Clinical Educator, you will play a pivotal role in guiding and mentoring students in their osteopathic patient care in line with the Osteopathic Practice Standards (OPS). You will be a beacon of best practice, empowering students to excel through an encouraging and objective environment that fosters critically informed and professional dialogue. Your leadership as both an osteopath and an educator will be crucial in ensuring that students are well supported and that patients receive safe and effective care, contributing to the seamless operation of our clinic.

You will join a team of passionate and experienced osteopaths who are dedicated to supporting the development of our students. Together, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive organisation and particularly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.

About the person

• Qualified Osteopath
• Registered with GOsC
• Resident in the UK
• Appropriate post-qualification clinical experience with a diverse range of patients and presentations
• Excellent communication and presentation skills and an ability to convey both simple and complex information on academic concepts
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to develop and foster students’ learning skills

Applicants must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum & Nationality Act 2006.

Benefits

• Competitive pension
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Staff development events

And many more.

Contact

For an informal discussion, please contact the People Department at Peoplehelpdesk@aecc.ac.uk.

Completed application forms should be submitted by midnight on the closing date. Please note that CVs will not be considered as a substitute for a complete application form.

Closing date: 11th May 2025.

We value diversity and inclusion at HSU and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to having a diverse and inclusive culture which offers equality and opportunity for all. We operate Disability Confident and Mindful Employer schemes and are open to discussions around all forms of flexible working.