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Practice Placement Lead

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Education & Teaching
  • Nottingham

AI generated summary

  • You should support learning and development, coordinate practice placements with education providers, ensure suitability checks for learners, and collaborate with EMAS Education Tutors.
  • You will support education teams in managing placements, liaise with external providers, coordinate with tutors, and ensure students meet professional suitability for placements.

Requirements

  • Job Posting: A few key responsibilities are below but please see attached job description for full details: Support the education team in delivering the Trusts learning and development agenda in line with the agreed workforce plans, focusing on placement learning (placements). Liaise with Practice Education Teams in external education providers (including Universities) to co-ordinate the provision of practice placement for learners on approved programmes, aligned to any contractual agreements. Liaise with EMAS Education Tutors to facilitate the provision of practice placement for learners on EMAS internal programmes. Ensure the professional suitability of learners/students by engaging with the corporate administrational team to ensure placement checks have been undertaken and are satisfactory.

Responsibilities

  • Support the education team in delivering the Trust's learning and development agenda in line with the agreed workforce plans, focusing on placement learning (placements).
  • Liaise with Practice Education Teams in external education providers (including Universities) to co-ordinate the provision of practice placement for learners on approved programmes, aligned to any contractual agreements.
  • Liaise with EMAS Education Tutors to facilitate the provision of practice placement for learners on EMAS internal programmes.
  • Ensure the professional suitability of learners/students by engaging with the corporate administrational team to ensure placement checks have been undertaken and are satisfactory.

FAQs

What are the key responsibilities of the Practice Placement Lead?

The key responsibilities include supporting the education team in delivering the Trust's learning and development agenda, coordinating practice placements with external education providers, liaising with EMAS Education Tutors, and ensuring the professional suitability of learners.

Who do I liaise with to coordinate practice placements?

You will liaise with Practice Education Teams in external education providers, including universities, as well as EMAS Education Tutors to facilitate practice placements for learners on approved programmes.

How does this role contribute to the Trust's workforce plans?

This role supports the education team in aligning the learning and development agenda with the Trust's agreed workforce plans, particularly focusing on effective placement learning.

What steps are taken to ensure the professional suitability of learners/students?

The role involves engaging with the corporate administrative team to confirm that all necessary placement checks have been conducted and are satisfactory.

Will I be working directly with educational institutions?

Yes, you will be working closely with external educational institutions, including universities, to coordinate practice placements for learners.

Is experience with placement learning essential for this job?

While specific experience requirements may vary, a background in education or experience with placement learning can be beneficial for this role.

What type of programmes will learners be placed in?

Learners will be placed in approved programmes aligned with the Trust’s learning objectives, including internal EMAS programmes.

Is there a focus on specific educational levels or fields?

The role typically involves coordinating placements for a variety of approved programmes; however, specific details regarding levels or fields can be found in the full job description.

Are there any contractual agreements involved in managing practice placements?

Yes, the role includes aligning the provision of practice placements with any relevant contractual agreements in place with external education providers.

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Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2006
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust (EMAS) provides emergency and urgent medical care across the East Midlands region. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, timely, and patient-centered pre-hospital care, ensuring the best possible outcomes for those in need of emergency assistance. They focus on efficient response times and compassionate care, aiming to enhance health and safety within the communities they serve.