Job summary
This role is essential to the success of the Professional Development and Education Team within the Nursing Directorate, responsible for the training and development within the Organ and Tissue Donation and Transplantation (OTDT) directorate. Workstream leadership, managing change, influencing and motivating the team are key attributes to the success of this role. Effective diary management and prioritisation of competing demands are essential elements to the success of this leadership role. There will be the requirement to align with operational teams and focus on key performance metrics. The role involves project management, service development, strategy writing, objective setting and education evaluation and continuous improvement.
The post holder will be expected to be accessible to the professional development team working collaboratively with operational teams with an ability to undertake necessary conversations to improve and manage performance. Maintaining and promoting good working relationships and stakeholder engagement is essential to achieving OTDT goals and objectives.
An awareness of budget management, constraints and spending controls, the post holder will be engaged with recruitment and development of team members, utilising coaching, debriefing and feedback skills.
Main duties of the job
As a key member of the Senior Nursing Team, the post holder will:
* Collaborate with the Head of Education and Professional Development to implement a training strategy for Organ and Tissue Donation Team Specialist Nurses (SNs) that enhances potential and supports a safe workforce.
* Develop and deliver education and professional programs for SNs and support staff aligned with NHSBT, OTDT Corporate Strategy, and nursing initiatives.
* Ensure SN education adapts to service changes with cost-effective systems that align with organizational goals.
* Lead projects with the Head of Education to improve clinical and corporate services. Establish revised policies and standards to enhance evidence-based practices.
* Network externally to identify best practices and training aligned with the directorate's strategy.
* Engage in research and evaluation in donation and transplantation, including audits.
* Facilitate change management with Regional Heads of Nursing and Lead Nurses.
* Participate in an on-call rota (1 in 12) for coaching, mentoring, and supervision of SNs, ensuring attention to all Organ Donation priorities.
Willingness and ability to undertake travel and spend time away from base to meet the requirements of the post (with appropriate prior notice).
About us
It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, youll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need.
Our three core values are what set us apart.
They guide and inspire everything we do. By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever.
You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Details Date posted
06 May 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£53,755 to £60,504 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
006458
Job locations
England
Capitol Way, Dodworth
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 3FG
NHSBT
Bristol Filton Blood Centre, 500 North Bristol Park, Northway, Filton,
Bristol
United Kingdom
BS34 7QH
NHSBT
Tooting Blood Centre, 75 Cranmer Terrace, Tooting
London
SW17 0RB
NHSBT
Barnsley Blood Centre, Capitol Way, Dodworth
Barnsley
S75 3FG
NHSBT
Birmingham Blood Centre, Vincent Drive, Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 2SG
NHSBT
Manchester Blood Centre, Plymouth Grove,
Manchester
M13 9LL
NHSBT Colindale Blood Centre
Charcot Road, Colindale
London
NW9 5BG
Job description Job responsibilities
Please view the attached recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification for the full personal attributes we require for the role. You will need to demonstrate these throughout the recruitment process.
What we offer:
* NHSBT promotes flexible working opportunities where the role will allow.
* 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years service and to 33 days after 10 years.
* NHS pension scheme. The NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns) Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/pensions
* Weve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. Its open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please view the attached recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification for the full personal attributes we require for the role. You will need to demonstrate these throughout the recruitment process.
What we offer:
* NHSBT promotes flexible working opportunities where the role will allow.
* 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years service and to 33 days after 10 years.
* NHS pension scheme. The NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns) Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/pensions
* Weve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. Its open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* Registered Nurse with current Nursing and Midwifery Council registration (which must be maintained) as Registered Nurse Adult or Paediatric Nurse
* MSc level qualification in a relevant health care or education field or equivalent work based knowledge and experience along with commitment to study to MSc level.
* Demonstrable specialist knowledge in organ donation
* Teaching knowledge / qualification to ENB 998 level or equivalent.
* Possess a valid driving licence allowing the holder to drive in the UK.
* Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD)
Experience Essential
* Awareness of current professional issues and developments within organ donation, nursing and the NHS.
* Expert in Approaching families for Consent / Authorisation
* Ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own and others clinical practice.
* Expert in the facilitation of the donation process.
* Experience of working within the organ donation services as a specialist within the last 5 years.
* Demonstrable post registration experience within a senior nursing role.
* Significant leadership and management experience
* Experience of working with information technology using Microsoft Office packages (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* Registered Nurse with current Nursing and Midwifery Council registration (which must be maintained) as Registered Nurse Adult or Paediatric Nurse
* MSc level qualification in a relevant health care or education field or equivalent work based knowledge and experience along with commitment to study to MSc level.
* Demonstrable specialist knowledge in organ donation
* Teaching knowledge / qualification to ENB 998 level or equivalent.
* Possess a valid driving licence allowing the holder to drive in the UK.
* Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD)
Experience Essential
* Awareness of current professional issues and developments within organ donation, nursing and the NHS.
* Expert in Approaching families for Consent / Authorisation
* Ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own and others clinical practice.
* Expert in the facilitation of the donation process.
* Experience of working within the organ donation services as a specialist within the last 5 years.
* Demonstrable post registration experience within a senior nursing role.
* Significant leadership and management experience
* Experience of working with information technology using Microsoft Office packages (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint
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.
Employer details Employer name
NHS Blood and Transplant
Address
England
Capitol Way, Dodworth
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 3FG
Employer's website
https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
NHS Blood and Transplant
Address
England
Capitol Way, Dodworth
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 3FG
Employer's website
https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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