Clinical Assessor (UN5240)
Clinical Assessor
About the Job
Part time - 0.6 FTE/22.2 hours per week
Interview Date: 12 May 2025
We are currently recruiting nurses and midwives from all fields and welcome NMC registered applicants to conduct our Nursing and Midwifery Council OSCEs for international candidates and those wishing to return to the NMC register.
We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity, as such welcome applications from Internationally Educated Nurses and Midwives (IEN/Ms) to join our diverse and dynamic team. Your unique global perspectives and clinical expertise will play a vital part in assessing, mentoring, and developing the next generation of healthcare professionals. Together, we can foster an inclusive environment that embraces innovation and multicultural insights, ensuring a more holistic approach to patient care. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of local healthcare, share your knowledge with aspiring nurses and midwives, and further your professional journey in a supportive and collaborative setting. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone wishing to secure a contract at the CTC.
The post includes assessing the safe application of clinical skills by candidates seeking NMC registration.
You will be expected to:
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Prepare your test area for OSCE skills, undertake objective marking and moderation of assessments, using IT media and supportive technology.
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Communicate and discuss results with lead assessors and colleagues.
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Offer support for candidates undertaking the OSCEs.
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Be willing to support the test centre in activities relevant to your post as an assessor.
This is a part time post based on our contracted working week with preferred working days of (Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8.00 – 4.30pm). A substantive contract will not impact on your ability to provide sessional hours during non-contracted days and weekends.
About you
- This post is suitable for nurses, and midwives with the knowledge, skills and experience in clinical practice, who wish to contribute to the development of safe patient care, by ensuring that the nurses entering the NMC register are fit for purpose and fit for practice. We would especially welcome applicants from fields such as, Mental Health, Learning Disability and Child nursing.
- We welcome applications from new graduates who may wish to consolidate their clinical skills, as part of their professional development. Supervision and support will be provided by our lead assessors.
We value experience and competent practitioners with skills in clinical teaching, learning and assessment of clinical practice.
We also recognise that graduate nurses and midwives who have recently qualified have much to offer the test centre, based on their recent study and practice experiences.
Good verbal and written communication skills will be required to deliver effective OSCE assessment of candidates within the test centre,
Evidence of Continuous professional development of your nursing skills in keeping with your NMC revalidation requirements.
If you have these skills and would like to be involved in developing the future nursing and midwifery workforce do contact us.
Qualifications
Essential:
- Registrant with a Nursing, Midwifery or have dual registration qualification with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
- Provide evidence of up-to-date NMC revalidation.
- Hold a further education qualification such as assessing NVQ level 4 and above, or a previous NMC qualification such as mentorship, teaching or assessing or have significant experience at supporting student or clinical staff development.
Desirable:
- It would be an asset if you hold a higher education diploma or degree in a relevant subject – but this is not essential for the post.
Department
The Competence Test Centre is part of the Faculty of Health Education and Society.
We offer tests of competence which measures candidates against the current information about the Competence test is available on the NMC website: NMC Test of Competence - The Nursing and Midwifery Council
NMC Standards for nurses - https://www.nmc.org.uk/standards/
NMC standards for midwives https://www.nmc.org.uk/standards/standards-for-midwives/
NMC standards for nursing associates https://www.nmc.org.uk/standards/standards-for-nursing-associates/
The distinct fields of practice tested includes:
Adult, Child, Learning disabilities, Mental health, Midwifery and Nursing Associates.
We require assessors from all fields of practice but have specific need to increase the number of: Learning Disability, Child and Mental health nursing assessors.
Our test centre (CTC) has expanded its facilities, we have 15 testing rooms with the capacity to test over 45 candidates per day.
To do this we need reliable professionals to assess our candidates. At the CTC we work in partnership with the Trusts to build the future workforce for safe patient care.
About Us
At the University of Northampton, we are committed to supporting aspirations, creating opportunities, and delivering meaningful impact. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a progressive, inclusive environment where excellence thrives for our students and staff.
Our People
Our staff are our greatest asset. We are dedicated to building an inclusive community that values diversity, promotes wellbeing, and supports personal and professional growth. By developing a first-rate People Strategy, we aim to attract and retain top talent, enhance career progression, and ensure that every colleague feels empowered to achieve their best.
Our Values
- Inclusivity: We celebrate diversity and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to excel.
- Sustainability: We are committed to becoming a net zero carbon institution, taking collective action for the benefit of society and the environment.
- Aspiration: We strive for excellence in all we do, empowering our staff, students, and partners to reach their highest potential.
- Trust: We build relationships based on respect, transparency, and shared goals.
Together, we are creating a future where our community, our work, and our impact truly make a difference.
Right to Work
All candidates will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in the UK during the interview process. The University is open to considering Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, provided that the eligibility criteria of the points-based immigration system are met.
Equality
We welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented groups.
The University of Northampton is committed to providing a vibrant, ethical, and sustainable environment that values equality, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment ensures an inclusive atmosphere for staff, students, and the public. We manage equality and diversity through key committees and formal policies, extending our responsibility to subsidiary companies and partnerships.
Together @ UON
Our Commitment to Equality and Inclusion
Together @ UON affirms our dedication to creating an environment that celebrates diversity and promotes equality. We aim to foster a space where all can thrive, aligning with our mission to transform lives and inspire change.
Commitments Include:
- Creating an Inclusive Environment: Adopting a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination and ensuring all activities are inclusive.
- Supporting Students and Staff: Strengthening mental health support, enhancing disability confidence, and ensuring academic and professional support.
- Tackling Inequalities: Involving students in recruitment, integrating forums for equality data analysis, and supporting networks for protected characteristics.
UON’s Major Commitments:
- Disability Confident
- Standalone Pledge
- IHRA Working Definition
For more details, visit: Equality and Diversity at UON
