Job overview
Are you passionate about developing others, strengthening clinical education, and shaping the future of the healthcare workforce? We are seeking an enthusiastic and forward‑thinking Practice Education Facilitator to join our team and play a key role in supporting high‑quality learning experiences across our clinical areas.
As a Practice Education Facilitator, you will work collaboratively with students, apprentices, newly registered practitioners, and placement areas to ensure that learning environments are supportive, inclusive, and conducive to excellent clinical practice. You will champion educational standards, provide expert guidance to supervisors and assessors, and contribute to initiatives that enhance workforce development and clinical competency.
A key focus of this role will be supporting learners with diverse needs, including those requiring reasonable adjustments to succeed in practice. You will work with learners, educators, and clinical teams to assess risks, implement tailored support strategies, and ensure that adjustments are monitored and effective. Your leadership will help promote equitable and accessible learning for all.
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.
Main duties of the job
You will also work in close partnership with Higher Education Institutes (HEIs), building strong relationships to ensure alignment between academic requirements and practice‑based learning. Through effective collaboration with university partners, you will help maintain high‑quality placements, support early identification of learner needs, and ensure a consistent, joined‑up approach to educational support across all stages of training.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated practitioner with a passion for education, practice supervision and assessment and leadership. If you thrive in a role where no two days are the same and are committed to nurturing the next generation of healthcare professionals, we would love to hear from you.
To direct the provision of progressive and innovative education to support safe and effective practice education for students on Nursing, Nursing Associate, Operating Department Practitioners and Paramedic pathways and trust clinical staff. The post holder will support and co-ordinate the development of education programmes for registered and unregistered clinical staff and students by coordinating educational activities and assessments of learning within the department and in conjunction with clinical educators throughout the Trust.
Working for our organisation
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 a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Pack
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the Job Description for full details.
The Practice Education Facilitator (PEF) plays a key role in supporting high‑quality learning experiences for healthcare learners across Child and Adult clinical environments.
With a dedicated focus on inclusion, accessibility, and safety, the PEF works in partnership with placement areas, universities, and trust leadership to ensure all learners—particularly those with additional needs—can thrive and achieve their full potential.
To work collaboratively with the Clinical Education Lead - preregistration and engage with the Chief People Officer agenda with regards to practice development.
To identify practice development and education requirements in the Trust and work closely with other members of the multi-disciplinary team in their implementation.
To demonstrate effective communication and customer care skills with patients and their
relatives/carers, staff and learners in practice.
To communicate information to senior managers and deliver formal presentations
To facilitate the learning and continuing development of clinical staff ensuring that
education is responsive to service developments.
To facilitate training needs analysis.
To act as a role model and encourage effective working relationships and the development
of cohesive team working.
To manage a team of Practice Development Nurses and administration staff, including
roster management, appraisals, professional development and health and wellbeing.
To work in accordance with the NMC Code (2018) and Trust policies and procedures.
To remain accountable for own practice, taking every opportunity to sustain and improve
knowledge and professional competence.
Attend mandatory training updates as required.
Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post and as agreed with the line manager as part of the personal development process.
Person specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential criteria
1. First level registered nurse with Nursing and Midwifery Council (UK)
2. Bachelor’s degree in nursing or equivalent
3. Practice Assessor or equivalent
4. Practice Teacher / Post Graduate Certificate in Education or currently undertaking
5. Significant and proven clinical and management skills
6. Experience working within the apprentice system and with apprentices
7. Experience of teaching and assessing learners (face to face, blended, e-learning)
8. Has had experience of managing reasonable adjustments and risk management for those with diversity within education Educational settings
9. Experience of leading professional learning opportunities / working in Practice Development
10. Master’s Degree level study or willingness to undertake
Desirable criteria
11. Evidence of developing innovative education programmes and being proactive in identifying education needs
12. Leadership and Management course
13. Evidence of strong partnership networking and team working skills
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
14. Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
15. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
Important information for applicants:
A Note on AI Use in Applications
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations—elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.
Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications