Practice Based Educator - Surgical wards

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Practice Based Educator for Surgical Wards at Wythenshawe Hospital. The successful candidate will deliver training to nursing teams, requiring excellent surgical knowledge and teaching qualifications. This role supports team improvement and patient care excellence in a collaborative environment. Salary ranges from £38,682 to £46,580 p.a., with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years at B5 grade practitioner level.
• Experience in acute care, preferably surgical nursing.
• Portfolio demonstrating achievements in practice and education.

Responsibilities

• Provide ward-based training and education to the surgical nursing team.
• Support the development and delivery of the wider education programme.
• Act as a clinical educator and maintain clinical credibility.

Skills

Excellent knowledge of general surgery

Good knowledge of other specialties

Strong communication skills

Change management

Education

Registered General Nursing (R.G.N.)

Teaching qualification

Graduate or working towards first degree in health-related subject

Tools

IT and computer skills

Job description

Practice Based Educator – Surgical Wards

The closing date is 04 December 2025

We are delighted to announce that we have a vacancy for a Practice Based Educator to join the Surgery nursing team at Wythenshawe Hospital, covering both elective and emergency admission wards. The successful candidate will be expected to have excellent knowledge of general surgery and good knowledge of other specialties such as urology, plastics, trauma and orthopaedics, ENT and breast surgery.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our nursing team.

Are you a Registered Nurse with evidence of teaching, two years post‑registration experience and a portfolio of evidence demonstrating achievements in practice and education?

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a charismatic and engaging individual who can connect with clinical nursing teams at all levels and support cultural and behavioural changes within teams to ensure improvements in the delivery of the best possible patient experience.

A large part of the role will be clinically focused ward‑based training, as well as contributing to the wider education programme. You will also work clinically within the team to maintain credibility and understand the nursing environment you are supporting. This is an ideal opportunity to step outside a ward/department‑based role and use your experience, knowledge and skills to contribute to the development of a strong, quality‑focused workforce for the future.

As well as the opportunity to develop personally and professionally within the team, you’ll have the chance to use your creative skills in delivering training and education. You will be supported through an annual appraisal, personal development planning and ongoing support.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a team of over 30,000 professionals, delivering exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services and the home of the Oxford Road Campus in Manchester – the largest health academic campus in Europe – we are forward‑thinking, committed to clinical excellence, and driven to deliver innovation and continuous improvement.

Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working, empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.

You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing ward‑based training and education to the surgical nursing team.
• Supporting the development and delivery of the wider education programme.
• Acting as a clinical educator and maintaining clinical credibility within the ward.
• Working collaboratively to implement service development and change projects.
• Contributing to the team’s improvement of patient experience through cultural and behavioural change.

For detailed responsibilities and the specific skills and experience required, refer to the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.

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Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce. All individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager listed below.

Person Specification

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years at B5 grade practitioner level
• Experience of working in acute care, preferably in surgical nursing
• Portfolio of evidence demonstrating achievements in practice and education
• Recent evidence of continuing professional and personal development
• Maintained development of leadership skills
• Experience of change management
• Competent in use of IT and computer skills
• Undertaken a leadership programme (i.e. LEO)
• Evidence of implementing a service development/change
• Experience in education

Qualifications

• Registered General Nursing (R.G.N.)
• Teaching qualification
• Evidence of Level 3 studies
• Qualified in speciality
• NVQ Assessor or verifier
• Graduate or working towards first degree in a health‑related subject

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 per annum (Pro Rata)