Job Description

Our award-winning purpose-built Dyson Centre for Neonatal care is a 21 cot Level 2 unit with a Transitional Care Pathway. We are fully UNICEF Baby Friendly accredited and also hold Bliss Silver Accreditation. Virtual Tour: www.swneonatalnetwork.co.uk/bath
Our families are supported by a team of ANNPs and AHPs who include a feeding advisor, psychologist, OT, physio, dietician, speech and language therapist, discharge coordinator and outreach team.
Would you like to be a part of a dynamic Gold Award accredited team who put Family Integrated and Developmental care and safety at the centre of all they do?
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Practice Education Facilitator to join the education team to plan, deliver and evaluate education service provision. You will have a passion for supporting learners, nurses and the wider neonatal team and be adept in collaborating across teams and departments and the South West Neonatal Network Education Service to coordinate education provision. This post will run alongside a Band 6 nurse post to ensure currency in practice. You will have excellent leadership, management and communication skills and take charge of the unit supervising staff and students. In the absence of the Lead Nurse you will bear 24 hour managerial responsibility and accountability for care delivery. You will also demonstrate professional, specialist expertise and knowledge supporting the team to deliver high quality, evidence based safe care.
Main duties of the job
The purpose of the PEF in the Neonatal Unit is to be responsible for supporting, developing, and enhancing the clinical education and professional development of nurses, nursing associates, nursery nurses, & allied health professionals within the neonatal setting. The role ensures that staff are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to deliver high-quality, family-centred neonatal care in line with NHS and local standards and policies.
The job requires the post holder to work clinical shifts to maintain currency.
The Band 6 nurse is accountable and responsible for the care delivery and management of the ward/area of work in the absence of the Band 7 nurses, including the supervision of staff and students.
The Band 6 nurse will work as a shift coordinator in the absence of the Band 7 nurse. They will support the Band 7 nurse by leading and managing the team performance thus enhancing the patient experience, improving patient outcomes and contributing to the organisational priorities of improved patient flow, reduction in sickness levels and safe and effective deployment of the nursing workforce. He / she will act as an exemplar role model delivering high standards of care and compassion at all times.
About us
At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are proud to be in thetop 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Details
Date posted
12 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
38,682 to 46,580 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
427-7593622
Job locations
Royal united hospital
Combe Park,
Bath
BA1 3NG
Job description
Job responsibilities
I have attached a detailed job description that covers the main and specific responsibilities and duties of both a Practice Education Facilitator and a Junior Sister. Job description
Job responsibilities
I have attached a detailed job description that covers the main and specific responsibilities and duties of both a Practice Education Facilitator and a Junior Sister.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential

• Registered Nurse, Registered Children's Nurse or Registered Midwife with current NMC registration
• Recognised teaching/mentorship qualification
• Post Registration - Qualified in Specialty

Desirable

• Relevant Degree qualification or willingness to undertake

Knowledge and experience
Essential

• Substantial post-registration experience in neonatal care
• Up-to-date knowledge of neonatal clinical practice, education standards and relevant NHS policies

Desirable

• Level 3 neonatal experience

Specific skills
Essential

• Demonstrates an understanding of leadership and effective staff management principles
• Experience and evidence demonstrating support to learners and developing and delivering teaching and learning
• Demonstrates excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate and inspire others
• Demonstrates an awareness of the role of a practice education facilitator

Desirable

• Leadership training
• Staff appraisal
• Previous experience as a practice educator or similar

Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential

• Registered Nurse, Registered Children's Nurse or Registered Midwife with current NMC registration
• Recognised teaching/mentorship qualification
• Post Registration - Qualified in Specialty

Desirable

• Relevant Degree qualification or willingness to undertake

Knowledge and experience
Essential

• Substantial post-registration experience in neonatal care
• Up-to-date knowledge of neonatal clinical practice, education standards and relevant NHS policies

Desirable

• Level 3 neonatal experience

Specific skills
Essential

• Demonstrates an understanding of leadership and effective staff management principles
• Experience and evidence demonstrating support to learners and developing and delivering teaching and learning
• Demonstrates excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate and inspire others
• Demonstrates an awareness of the role of a practice education facilitator

Desirable

• Leadership training
• Staff appraisal
• Previous experience as a practice educator or similar

Skills Required