Learning Environment Lead-AHP

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Learning Environment Lead-AHP The closing date is 03 November 2026 Apply for this job Job summary We are looking for an experienced Allied Health Professional who is passionate about the education and development of our future AHP workforce. The post holder will work in partnership with Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), AHP leads, student placement coordinators, clinical educators and other relevant stakeholders to establish high quality, multi-professional learning environments. The postholder will establish a sustainable, coordinated approach and deliver our commitment to expand AHP clinical placement capacity across our settings. This will include development of new models of practice education within the apprenticeship framework. The post holder will be required to work across Trust sites. This is a 12 months fixed term/secondmentpart-time post. Working 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday This role will positively influence and improve the quality of the learning environment by providing support, supervision, educational and professional development opportunities for all Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) within the practice setting. To lead the training and development of the AHP student workforce, ensuring that the interventions and interactions that people receive from AHPs are underpinned by an up-to-date research and evidence base, focused on standards of each professional body, clinically effective and fit for the future. Main duties of the job Key Responsibilities o Work with the Clinical Education team to provide support and assistance to AHP students. o Work clinically alongside students, assisting them with putting theory into practice, e.g. role modelling/ coaching. o Undertake placement assessments / audits in a timely manner and develop processes to respond appropriately to support safe learning environments o Ensure sufficient AHP student placement capacity within SABP, balancing the needs of students and the needs of services effectively whilst providing sufficient high quality learning experiences, including those with special needs. o Oversee and assist with the planning of placements for Trainees in partnership with the rest of the clinical education team. About us Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well. We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress. Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby. Please note th