Clinical Skills Tutor

Post summary

The purpose of this post is to work as part of the Clinical Skills team in the Education Division of the School of Medicine. The post is primarily based in the Trinity Centre for Health Sciences, Tallaght Hospital, but the postholder will also be required to work across other School of Medicine sites as required (e.g. St James’s Hospital, Naas General Hospital, Trinity Biomedical Sciences Institute).

This role is part of the Clinical Skills team and supports the delivery of high-quality practical and simulation-based teaching for healthcare students. The role reports to the Clinical Skills Lead / Programme Manager and works as part of a team responsible for ensuring the effective day-to-day operation of the clinical skills environment. The post holder will support the preparation and delivery of clinical teaching sessions, maintain equipment and learning resources, and provide a professional, efficient and welcoming service to students, academic staff and visitors. The role holder will often be the first point of contact for students and staff within the clinical skills area and will contribute to creating a safe, organised and supportive learning environment.

Post status: Specific Purpose Contract

The specific purpose of this post is to fill this vacancy on a temporary basis pending the return of the postholder from a period of secondment. Employment is not offered on an indefinite duration basis as the original postholder is expected to return. If the postholder does not return to work the post will be filled through open competition.

Hours of post: Hours of work for academic staff are those as prescribed under Public Service Agreements.

Salary: Appointment will be made on the Nurse Tutor Salary Scale €73,062 -€81,989 or Lecturer/Registrar Salary Scale €69,580 -€81,937 as appropriate at a point in line with Government Pay Policy.

Closing Date: 12 Noon Irish Standard Time, 17th June 2026

How to apply:

Applicants should provide the following information when applying for the position of Clinical Skills Tutor

1. Clearly indicate which category is applicable to your experience i.e. Nurse Tutor or Lecturer Registrar
2. Cover letter (1 x A4 page) outlining applicant’s relevant experience and skills
3. A comprehensive curriculum vitae, including any publications
4. The names and contact details (i.e. addresses, e-mail, etc.) of three referees
5. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates who do not submit this additional information may not be considered for shortlisting

Candidates should note that the interview process for this appointment may include the delivery of a presentation and may include a test of practical skills

Applicants who do not address these requirements in their cover letter will not be considered at the shortlisting stage.

Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system.

Please see the Job Description at jobs.tcd.ie