Job overview

The education team has an exciting and new opportunity to join us as a Practice Education Facilitator. This role will have a specific focus on supporting Health care support workers working across the division.  

Their focus will be on supporting new healthcare support workers, developing current staff and implementing evidence based practice.

The successful candidate will be an excellent role model and provide clinical support to staff. 

They will need to be able to work autonomously and proactively to positively influence the quality of the clinical learning environment

Working collaboratively with both the clinical team, education team and HCSW hub will be imperative to the success of this role.  

The education team offers opportunities to develop your career in both your clinical and educational portfolio. You will supported to develop the required skills needed to support others both clinically and in a class room.  

Main duties of the job

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting. 

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached. 

Working for our organisation

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast. 

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At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.