Job Description

Pathology Practice Education Facilitator (Band 6)
1 year fixed-term contract/secondment due to funding
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Pathology Practice Education Facilitator (PPEF)to play a key role within a 'pilot' being carried out by the National Pathology Programme, hosted by NHS Wales Performance and Improvement. This position will be based in Hywel Dda UHB,and you will work with existing local training staff. Main responsibilities will include contributing to training and education for HCPC Registration Portfolios, undergraduate placement programmes, apprenticeships, CPD initiatives and outreach events. This is aligned with the wider implementation of an academy model across Diagnostics services, as outlined in the Pathology Statement of Intent (2019), and theDiagnostic Recovery Transformation Plan for Wales (2023-2025).
The post holder will be based at Prince Philip Hospital, however, they will be expected to travel to other locations within the Health Board to deliver training and support as required. The role may also involve collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders across Wales both via MS Teams and in person, which will involve travelling to meet the requirements of the post.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be employed by the National Pathology Programme to pilot the Pathology Practice Education Facilitator role. Working with training teams in the hosting Health Board, they will support high-quality education and training for staff and students across Wales, building strong relationships with training leads, training officers, professional bodies, higher education institutions, and the wider pathology education network.
They will play a key role in supporting HCPC registration, competency-based learning, CPD, apprenticeships, student placements, while also promoting career pathways to staff, students, and schools through outreach activities. The role will provide expert advice on training standards and workforce development, embedding priorities from the IBMS, HEIW and UKAS ISO standards into practice, and promoting a culture of improvement, lifelong learning, and professional excellence.
The post holder will support data collection of agreed metrics for the project, while advancing innovation in learning delivery through digital tools and collaborative approaches.
About us
NHS Wales Performance and Improvement works in partnership for and on behalf of Welsh Government, in and with the NHS in Wales and is hosted by Public Health Wales.
Our key purpose is to drive improvements in the quality and safety of care - resulting in better and more equitable outcomes, access and patient experience, reduced variation, and improvements in population health.
We do this by providing strong leadership and strategic direction - enabling, supporting, and directing NHS Wales to transform clinical services in line with national priorities and standards.
To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/careers/
For guidance on the application process, please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
Details
Date posted
16 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
39,263 to 47,280 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
028-HS083-1025
Job locations
Base: Hywel Dda University Health Board (across all sites) - Prince Philip Hospital
Bryngwyn Mawr
Llanelli
SA14 8QF
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post.
All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
If you are applying on a secondment basis, you will need to have gained your line managers approval for the secondment prior tosubmitting your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post.
All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
If you are applying on a secondment basis, you will need to have gained your line managers approval for the secondment prior tosubmitting your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential

• o BSc (Hons) Degree Life Science/Biomedical Science
• o HCPC Registration
• o Knowledge of laboratory science and techniques commensurate with a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist.
• o Knowledge of UKAS accreditation and quality management requirements.
• o Documented evidence of on-going participation in CPD.
• o Knowledge of apprenticeship and pre-registration training frameworks.

Desirable

• o Knowledge with IBMS Registration Portfolio assessment and verification.
• o A recognised teaching or training qualification, e.g. IBMS Certificate of Expert Practice in Training OR experience of training

Experience
Essential

• o Clinical laboratory experience, commensurate with an experienced, HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist. Experience working within a clin-ical laboratory setting
• o Demonstrated ability to deliver training and support staff development.
• o Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Desirable

• o Experience in student placement coordination or mentorship programs.
• o Familiarity with training management systems and digital learning tools.

Skills and Attributes
Essential

• o Strong organisational and planning abilities to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• o Excellent communication skills to engage with diverse audiences.
• o Analytical skills to assess training needs and evaluate program effectiveness.
• o Adaptability and resilience to respond to changing priorities.
• o Proficient in the use of standard Microsoft software, such as Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Desirable

• Commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment
• Ability to demonstrate understanding and application of our workplace values, together with the underpinning behaviours identified for success in this role

Other
Essential

• o Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner to meet the needs of the service.
• o Ability to deliver on-site training to staff as required.

Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential

• o BSc (Hons) Degree Life Science/Biomedical Science
• o HCPC Registration
• o Knowledge of laboratory science and techniques commensurate with a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist.
• o Knowledge of UKAS accreditation and quality management requirements.
• o Documented evidence of on-going participation in CPD.
• o Knowledge of apprenticeship and pre-registration training frameworks.

Desirable

• o Knowledge with IBMS Registration Portfolio assessment and verification.
• o A recognised teaching or training qualification, e.g. IBMS Certificate of Expert Practice in Training OR experience of training

Experience
Essential

• o Clinical laboratory experience, commensurate with an experienced, HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist. Experience working within a clin-ical laboratory setting
• o Demonstrated ability to deliver training and support staff development.
• o Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Desirable

• o Experience in student placement coordination or mentorship programs.
• o Familiarity with training management systems and digital learning tools.

Skills and Attributes
Essential

• o Strong organisational and planning abilities to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• o Excellent communication skills to engage with diverse audiences.
• o Analytical skills to assess training needs and evaluate program effectiveness.
• o Adaptability and resilience to respond to changing priorities.
• o Proficient in the use of standard Microsoft software, such as Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Desirable

• Commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment
• Ability to demonstrate understanding and application of our workplace values, together with the underpinning behaviours identified for success in this role

Other
Essential

• o Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner to meet the needs of the service.
• o Ability to deliver on-site training to staff as required.

Skills Required