Practice Educator
The closing date is 05 January 2026
Job summary
Band 6 Practice Educator - Adult and Paediatric - Emergency Department Worthing HospitalAn exciting opportunity has arisen for Band 6 Practice Educator to join the Emergency Department at Worthing Hospital, part of University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. They will work with the Lead Practice Development Nurse (PDN) to ensure the staffing is supporting in their education journey and clinical practice. We currently see over a 100,000 patients per year, with 25% of patients we see being children. We are also a designated Trauma unit The Emergency Department consists of 5 adult and 1 Paediatric Resuscitation bays. 30 Major spaces, made up of trolleys and 8 chairs. The ED also has its own mental health area supported by RMNs working closing with the mental health liaison service provided by Sussex Partnership NHS Trust. Worthing ED has a dedicated Paediatric ED, which provides a separate waiting area and a new front door UTC opened in September 2025.
As an outstanding department, we are keen to recruit enthusiastic, motivated nurses, who have excellent communication skills and are able to work in a fast paced and at times challenging environment. Applicants should ideally have a minimum of 1 year ED/acute experience.
Main duties of the job
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.
We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.
The post holder will support the Lead Practice Development Nurse to establish and maintain a positive and effective clinical learning environment for both pre and post registered nurses, including overseas nurses and there specific needs.
To proactively promote and deliver evidence based education and support to promote best nursing practice at all times. To ensure nursing staff have both the knowledge and skills to deliver safe, effective, compassionate care competently, aiming for the highest standards possible. Training will primarily be delivered via direct clinical teaching with some classroom/alternative forums as required.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Packhttps://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Details
Date posted
15 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
279-7660456-DEC25
Job locations
Worthing Hospital
Lyndhurst Road
Worthing
BN11 2DH
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Worthing Hospital
Lyndhurst Road
Worthing
BN11 2DH
Employer's website
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