South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Learning and Development Advisor

The closing date is 13 April 2026

Job summary

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Learning and Development Advisor to join our Trust Learning & Development team. Working under the direction of the Mandatory and Statutory Training (MAST) Clinical Lead and the Seni Lewis Training Programme Leads, you will deliver, evaluate, and continually improve a wide portfolio of mandatory and statutory training programmes across the Trust.This role includes delivery of core subjects such as:The Seni Lewis Training ProgrammeMoving & HandlingImmediate Life SupportBasic Life SupportFirst AidFire WardenOliver McGowan TrainingYou will undertake competency-based assessments, support clinical services through in-reach activity, and contribute to reviewing and updating the MAST curriculum. The role includes physical and theoretical training delivery, which will reach 4-5 teaching days per week.The post holder will be based at the Croydon Training Centre, Bethlem Royal Hospital, with travel to all Trust sites as required.

Main duties of the job

  • Lead delivery of mandatory and statutory training using a range of teaching methods across classroom, team-based, virtual, and in-practice environments.
  • Assess learner competence through a range of competency-based assessment methods to ensure safe practice.
  • Contribute to the design and review of training activities, lesson plans, and presentations, ensuring alignment with legislation, policy, and professional standards.
  • Maintain and develop your own clinical skills through regular clinical practice.
  • Support co-facilitation and co-production with people with lived experience.
  • Support clinical teams through in-reach activity related to MAST learning.
  • Participate in evaluation and quality assurance processes.
  • Maintain continued professional development and uphold professional standards.

About us

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) provides the widest range of NHS mental health services in the UK and is part of King's Health Partners Academic Health Sciences Centre. Our organisation supports more than 230 services and offers staff access to unique development and research opportunities. Some of our benefits are highlighted here:

  • Generous pay, pensions and leave,we offer a comprehensive pay, pensions and leave package which is dependent on the role and length of service.
  • Work life balance,flexible working and support a range of flexible options, such as: part-time working and job sharing.
  • Career development,There are plenty of opportunities to progress your career and we support your development through a number of programmes such as mentoring, coaching, positive people management, collective leadership and other talent programmes
  • Car lease,our staff benefits from competitive deals to lease cars
  • Accommodation,our staff benefits from keyworker housing available which is available on selected sites
  • NHS discounts,with discounts up to 10% from a variety of well-known retail brands though Health Service Discounts website.

Details

Date posted

07 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£44,485 to £52,521 a year Per Annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

334-NUR-7688780-FR-A

Job locations

Bishopsgate Training Centre

Monks Orchard Road

Beckenham

BR3 3BX


Job description

Job responsibilities

Deliver highquality clinical skills and safety training to diverse learners.Evaluate training outcomes and report within quality assurance frameworks.Promote and embed equality, diversity, and inclusion in all training.Apply innovative teaching methods and embrace new technologies to enhance the learning experience.Maintain awareness of current legislation, organisational procedures, and trends in healthcare training.Work collaboratively within a small specialist team and across multiprofessional environments.Supervise and support Learning & Development Trainers or unregistered staff as required.The full job description attached to this advert provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification required. Please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Deliver highquality clinical skills and safety training to diverse learners.Evaluate training outcomes and report within quality assurance frameworks.Promote and embed equality, diversity, and inclusion in all training.Apply innovative teaching methods and embrace new technologies to enhance the learning experience.Maintain awareness of current legislation, organisational procedures, and trends in healthcare training.Work collaboratively within a small specialist team and across multiprofessional environments.Supervise and support Learning & Development Trainers or unregistered staff as required.The full job description attached to this advert provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification required. Please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Minimum 2 years' experience in healthcare practice
  • Professional qualification in Nursing, AHP, Social Care at degree level OR equivalent qualification in Adult Training & Education

Desirable

  • Qualification in Adult Education
  • GSA registered tutor
  • Experience teaching BLS, First Aid, ILS/ALS, Moving & Handling
  • Evidence of ongoing CPD

Experience

Essential

  • Clinical experience in mental health or health & social care
  • Understanding of structural inequities and their impact on staff, service users, and communities
  • Experience working within complex multi-professional environments
  • Experience teaching or training adult learners

Desirable

  • Experience delivering mental health-related education
  • Experience in formal assessment of learning
  • Experience delivering training across varied settings
  • Clinical skills teaching experience
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft applications for learning support

Knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding of healthcare delivery and current training trends
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to prioritise, work autonomously, and meet deadlines
  • Strong team-working skills
  • Ability to apply and reflect on equality, diversity, and inclusion
  • Knowledge of current legislation, organisational policies, and professional codes

Desirable

  • Knowledge of patient safety developments (e.g., RCUK guidelines, reducing restraint)
  • Understanding of evidence-based practice
  • Innovative and willing to explore new approaches to education
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Minimum 2 years' experience in healthcare practice
  • Professional qualification in Nursing, AHP, Social Care at degree level OR equivalent qualification in Adult Training & Education

Desirable

  • Qualification in Adult Education
  • GSA registered tutor
  • Experience teaching BLS, First Aid, ILS/ALS, Moving & Handling
  • Evidence of ongoing CPD

Experience

Essential

  • Clinical experience in mental health or health & social care
  • Understanding of structural inequities and their impact on staff, service users, and communities
  • Experience working within complex multi-professional environments
  • Experience teaching or training adult learners

Desirable

  • Experience delivering mental health-related education
  • Experience in formal assessment of learning
  • Experience delivering training across varied settings
  • Clinical skills teaching experience
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft applications for learning support

Knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding of healthcare delivery and current training trends
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to prioritise, work autonomously, and meet deadlines
  • Strong team-working skills
  • Ability to apply and reflect on equality, diversity, and inclusion
  • Knowledge of current legislation, organisational policies, and professional codes

Desirable

  • Knowledge of patient safety developments (e.g., RCUK guidelines, reducing restraint)
  • Understanding of evidence-based practice
  • Innovative and willing to explore new approaches to education

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bishopsgate Training Centre

Monks Orchard Road

Beckenham

BR3 3BX


Employer's website

https://www.slam.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bishopsgate Training Centre

Monks Orchard Road

Beckenham

BR3 3BX


Employer's website

https://www.slam.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Mandatory and Statutory Clinical Lead

Robert McSorley

robert.mcsorley@slam.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

07 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£44,485 to £52,521 a year Per Annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

334-NUR-7688780-FR-A

Job locations

Bishopsgate Training Centre

Monks Orchard Road

Beckenham

BR3 3BX


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