Job summary
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 PPEFto 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 Aneurin Bevan 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 The Grange University 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/
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description 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 Job Description 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
- oBSc (Hons) Degree Life Science/Biomedical Science
- oHCPC Registration
- oKnowledge of laboratory science and techniques commensurate with a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist.
- oKnowledge of UKAS accreditation and quality management requirements.
- oDocumented evidence of on-going participation in CPD.
- oKnowledge of apprenticeship and pre-registration training frameworks.
Desirable
- oKnowledge with IBMS Registration Portfolio assessment and verification.
- oA recognised teaching or training qualification, e.g. IBMS Certificate of Expert Practice in Training OR experience of training
Experience
Essential
- oClinical laboratory experience, commensurate with an experienced, HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist. Experience working within a clin-ical laboratory setting.
- oDemonstrated ability to deliver training and support staff development.
- oEvidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Desirable
- oExperience in student placement coordination or mentorship programs.
- oFamiliarity with training management systems and digital learning tools.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- oStrong organisational and planning abilities to manage multiple tasks effectively.
- oExcellent communication skills to engage with diverse audiences.
- oAnalytical skills to assess training needs and evaluate program effectiveness.
- oAdaptability and resilience to respond to changing priorities.
- oProficient 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
- oAbility to travel between sites in a timely manner to meet the needs of the service.
- oAbility to deliver on-site training to staff as required.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- oBSc (Hons) Degree Life Science/Biomedical Science
- oHCPC Registration
- oKnowledge of laboratory science and techniques commensurate with a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist.
- oKnowledge of UKAS accreditation and quality management requirements.
- oDocumented evidence of on-going participation in CPD.
- oKnowledge of apprenticeship and pre-registration training frameworks.
Desirable
- oKnowledge with IBMS Registration Portfolio assessment and verification.
- oA recognised teaching or training qualification, e.g. IBMS Certificate of Expert Practice in Training OR experience of training
Experience
Essential
- oClinical laboratory experience, commensurate with an experienced, HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist. Experience working within a clin-ical laboratory setting.
- oDemonstrated ability to deliver training and support staff development.
- oEvidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Desirable
- oExperience in student placement coordination or mentorship programs.
- oFamiliarity with training management systems and digital learning tools.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- oStrong organisational and planning abilities to manage multiple tasks effectively.
- oExcellent communication skills to engage with diverse audiences.
- oAnalytical skills to assess training needs and evaluate program effectiveness.
- oAdaptability and resilience to respond to changing priorities.
- oProficient 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
- oAbility to travel between sites in a timely manner to meet the needs of the service.
- oAbility to deliver on-site training to staff as required.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Public Health Wales
Address
Base: Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (across all sites) - The Grange University Hospital/Royal Gwent Hospital
Cwmbran/Newport
NP44 8YN
Employer's website
https://phw.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
