Job Description

An opportunity has arisen to join the Women's & Children's Education Team as an Education & Practice Development Sister/Nurse who willsupport the Education and Practice Development Lead in implementing education, training and practice development strategies withinGynaecological services.
You will be supporting the concept of continuing professional development through the delivery of relevant programmes of education and training and monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of education, training and development across the CMG.
You will work clinically alongside registered and non-registered staff promoting and delivering education practice and the implementation ofpolicies to ensure a workforce 'fit for purpose' and 'fit for practice'.
Main duties of the job
The role involves leading and implementing education, training and development strategies for Gynaecological areas. The successful candidate will also be heavily involved in supporting the Preceptorship Development Programme.
There will be an expectation that you participate in CMG development/ mandatory programmes and collaborate with the CMG Education team. Using your specialist skills to support clinical staff both working clinically and by more formal training you will be involved in new educational initiatives, professional & clinical development and managing projects so should therefore possess excellent leadership and communication skills.
You will be an experienced Band 6 RN with extensive experience, ideally working in a gynaecological environment . You will be clinicallycompetent, a student assessor and hold a degree with evidence of post registration development.
The successful candidate would need to be able to demonstrate a confirmed interest in and experience of initiatives in education and staffdevelopment, good IT skills, and the ability to work autonomously and as part of a wider team of educators.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
Details
Date posted
29 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
47,810 to 54,710 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
358-7366781-W&C
Job locations
Leicester Royal Infirmary
Infirmary Square
Leicester
LE1 5WW
Job description
Job responsibilities
Support the Education and Practice Development Lead, and Sister / Charge Nurse in implementing education, training and practice developmentstrategies.
Support the concept of continuing professional development through the delivery of relevant programmes of education and training across theCMG.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of education, training and development across the CMG.
Work clinically alongside registered and non-registered staff promoting and delivering education practice and the implementation of policies toensure a workforce fit for purpose and fit for practice.In partnership with Local HEIs and support the education, training and development of learners on both Pre and post Registrationprogrammes.
Deputise for the Education and Practice Development Lead.You will be contributing to the management of the CMG Study Leave Budget by monitoring access via the UHL Non-Medical Study Leave Policy.
You will be expected to work innovatively within the Education Team towards the delivery of CMG CIP Plans
Actively facilitate staff development by ensuring all staff receives effective Preceptorship.
Actively facilitate staff development and support through clinical supervision and act as a supervisor and mentor.
Ensure all staff undertake and complete a comprehensive local induction programme.
Communicate effectively with the Education and Practice Development Team (CMG and Trust), Senior Nurses/ Matrons, Clinical Teams, Medicaland AHP staff and CMG Management Teams.
Share best practice in the clinical area and outside of the CMG.Work clinically and effectively with ward staff to deliver education, training and ensure development is linked to their KSF Appraisal / PDP andneeds of the service.
Promote team working within the clinical area and across the multi-professional team. Job description
Job responsibilities
Support the Education and Practice Development Lead, and Sister / Charge Nurse in implementing education, training and practice developmentstrategies.
Support the concept of continuing professional development through the delivery of relevant programmes of education and training across theCMG.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of education, training and development across the CMG.
Work clinically alongside registered and non-registered staff promoting and delivering education practice and the implementation of policies toensure a workforce fit for purpose and fit for practice.In partnership with Local HEIs and support the education, training and development of learners on both Pre and post Registrationprogrammes.
Deputise for the Education and Practice Development Lead.You will be contributing to the management of the CMG Study Leave Budget by monitoring access via the UHL Non-Medical Study Leave Policy.
You will be expected to work innovatively within the Education Team towards the delivery of CMG CIP Plans
Actively facilitate staff development by ensuring all staff receives effective Preceptorship.
Actively facilitate staff development and support through clinical supervision and act as a supervisor and mentor.
Ensure all staff undertake and complete a comprehensive local induction programme.
Communicate effectively with the Education and Practice Development Team (CMG and Trust), Senior Nurses/ Matrons, Clinical Teams, Medicaland AHP staff and CMG Management Teams.
Share best practice in the clinical area and outside of the CMG.Work clinically and effectively with ward staff to deliver education, training and ensure development is linked to their KSF Appraisal / PDP andneeds of the service.
Promote team working within the clinical area and across the multi-professional team.
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential

• Degree Level Nursing Qualification
• Recognised NMC Teaching and Assessing Qualification or equivalent

Desirable

• Working towards degree/ masters in relevant area

Experience
Essential

• Suitable Post-Registration clinical experience
• Current band 6 experience
• Knowledge of nurse education and clinical practice.
• Evidence of the development and delivery of education/training programmes.
• Evidence of innovations and achievements in clinical practice.
• Evidence of continued professional development

Desirable

• Experience at Band 7 Level
• Previous experience of education/ practice development.

Communication and relationship skills
Essential

• Teaching /assessment skills
• Effective communicator
• Leadership & motivation skills
• Computer literate
• Motivate self /others
• Supervise, educate and develop others

Desirable

• Organisation and negotiation skills

Skills
Essential

• Assertive and Confident
• Personal and professional maturity
• Recognition of own limitations
• Demonstrates enthusiasm and motivation

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential

• Evidence of audit and change management ability

Planning and organisation skills
Essential

• Able to manage own time and workload
• Can work independently and as a part of multiple teams
• Evidence of planning teaching sessions

Desirable

• Demonstrate evidence of teaching and assessing both clinically and formally in a classroom environment

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
• All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

Other requirements specific to the role
Essential

• Flexible approach to meet needs of the service.
• Able to travel between sites

Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential

• Degree Level Nursing Qualification
• Recognised NMC Teaching and Assessing Qualification or equivalent

Desirable

• Working towards degree/ masters in relevant area

Experience
Essential

• Suitable Post-Registration clinical experience
• Current band 6 experience
• Knowledge of nurse education and clinical practice.
• Evidence of the development and delivery of education/training programmes.
• Evidence of innovations and achievements in clinical practice.
• Evidence of continued professional development

Desirable

• Experience at Band 7 Level
• Previous experience of education/ practice development.

Communication and relationship skills
Essential

• Teaching /assessment skills
• Effective communicator
• Leadership & motivation skills
• Computer literate
• Motivate self /others
• Supervise, educate and develop others

Desirable

• Organisation and negotiation skills

Skills
Essential

• Assertive and Confident
• Personal and professional maturity
• Recognition of own limitations
• Demonstrates enthusiasm and motivation

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential

• Evidence of audit and change management ability

Planning and organisation skills
Essential

• Able to manage own time and workload
• Can work independently and as a part of multiple teams
• Evidence of planning teaching sessions

Desirable

• Demonstrate evidence of teaching and assessing both clinically and formally in a classroom environment

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
• All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

Other requirements specific to the role
Essential

• Flexible approach to meet needs of the service.
• Able to travel between sites

Skills Required