Practice Educator - Division of Surgery - INTERNAL

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Job Overview PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY ANEURIN BEVAN UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD The Practice Educator will be responsible for the training, coaching and support of all staff within Division of Surgery.

Provide academic support for staff undertaking any course of study (under graduate, post graduate and any continuing professional development studies).

Clinically work alongside all staff, assisting them with the development of skills and confidence to become competent practitioners in line with the national competency programme for nurses.

In conjunction with the Senior Nurses, annually review and develop education and training provision for staff

To act as an expert role model in practice and provide expert clinical advice for individuals and teams.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

Manage and lead on educational programmes for Scheduled Care Division staff.

• Work collaboratively in supporting training and education within the acute divisions, developing and delivering a comprehensive

teaching and educational strategy in line with organisational and national guidelines.

• The post holder is required to develop and maintain an effective environment for learning within the acute scheduled care division

through coaching, and staff development in a variety of settings.

Working for our organisation

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025–2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.

Qualifications &​ Knowledge Essential criteria

• Registered Nurse.
• Masters level education.
• Teaching qualification.
• Evidence of post registration study.
• Up to date knowledge of national agendas.
• Knowledge of implementing change.
• Able to apply national and trust policies to practice.
• Excellent theoretical and practical knowledge and understanding of clinical practice.
• Up to date with best practice guidelines.
• Evidence of research-based practice and development.

Desirable criteria

• Post graduate teaching qualification (PGCE). Knowledge of service delivery systems in health care.
• Evidence of further professional development.
• Leadership course.
• IQT Silver.
• Knowledge of appropriate legislation and government guidance.
• Knowledge of service delivery systems in health care.

Experience Essential criteria

• Relevant Post Registration experience.
• Evidence of both formal and informal teaching portfolio.
• Experience of delivering education programs.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Ability to write letters, reports and policies with clarity and awareness.
• Ability to think laterally and prioritise workload effectively.
• Able to work across organisational boundaries.
• Appropriate use of knowledge/evidence-based practice in written work.
• Evidence of links with Higher Education Institutes.
• Audit/evaluation experience.
• Effective organisational skills.

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of further professional development.

Skills &​ Attributes

Essential criteria

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Ability to manage a team.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Ability to lead by example and to motivate and empower others.
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload.
• Demonstrate ability on work on own initiative.
• Effective organisational skills.
• Ability to think laterally and prioritise workload effectively.