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Practice Educator - Genomics

NHS

Greater London

On-site

GBP 64,000 - 72,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

A leading healthcare institution is seeking a Practice Educator in Genomics to develop and deliver training for laboratory staff. This role involves shaping educational resources and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance skills within a rapidly evolving field. The ideal candidate will have experience in training delivery, knowledge of genomics, and a passion for workforce development. This full-time position is part of a 12-month fixed-term contract and offers competitive pay of £64,156 to £71,148 per annum.

Qualifications

Experience of developing training programmes for scientific staff.
Experience in lecturing in genomics or related discipline.
Ability to deliver teaching on complex subjects within Genetics.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement training programmes for the genomics laboratory workforce.
Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance workforce skills.
Support education and development across various parts of the workforce.

Skills

Education and workforce development

Training delivery in clinical settings

Building collaborative relationships

Knowledge of genomics

Education

Degree or equivalent in scientific related subject

FRCPath (part 1 minimum)

Healthcare Professions Council registered Scientist

Post-graduate qualification in Education

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Practice Educator - Genomics

The closing date is 09 January 2026

The North Thames Genomic Medicine Service (NT GMS) is looking for a practice educator to join our team. We are open to applicants from scientific, technologist and bioinformatics backgrounds. This is a 12-month fixed term contract and there is the potential for a secondment opportunity.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape and deliver education and training for the genomics laboratory workforce, ensuring a sustainable, collaborative, and supportive approach across our laboratories.

The post holder will work closely with the Genomics Training Academy (GTAC) and other stakeholders to develop and implement high-quality training programmes and resources. While the primary focus will be on the laboratory workforce, you will also collaborate on initiatives to support education and development for other members of the GMS workforce where appropriate. This is a unique chance to influence workforce development in a rapidly evolving field, supporting staff to deliver high-quality genomic testing and services that transform patient care.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking an individual who is:

Passionate about education and workforce development in healthcare science.
Experienced in delivering training and supporting staff development within a clinical or laboratory setting.
Skilled in building collaborative relationships and driving positive change.
Knowledgeable about genomics and its application in clinical practice (experience in a genomic laboratory is desirable).

The North Thames GMS is at the forefront of delivering cutting‑edge genomic services in rare disease and cancer. This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact on workforce development and patient care by ensuring our teams have the skills and knowledge to deliver high‑quality genomic testing and services.

For further information or an informal discussion, please contact: Alison Taylor‑Beadling Alison.Taylor‑Beadling@gosh.nhs.uk

About us

We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we'll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care.

Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women's networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team.

We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.

Job responsibilities

Please see the Job Description attached.

This job description is intended as an outline of the areas of activity and can be amended in the light of the changing needs of the service and will be reviewed as necessary in conjunction with the post‑holder.

Person Specification

Values

Gosh Values
Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

Academic/Professional Qualification/Training

Degree level qualification or equivalent in scientific related subject, or education
FRCPath (part 1 minimum) Scientific discipline, or post‑graduate qualification in Education
Healthcare Professions Council registered Scientist (for Scientists only)
Relevant management and leadership training
PhD in relevant discipline

Experience/Knowledge

Experience of developing and managing training programmes for technical and scientific staff and for SpRs rotating through laboratories
Experience in lecturing to undergraduate or postgraduate students in genomics or a related discipline
Experience of assessing coursework of scientists as part of the national STP
Experience of supporting development of HCPC portfolios
Experience of building, maintaining and utilising successful relationships with all staff and with stakeholders
Experience of managing within a diagnostic genomics laboratory service
Experience of difficult HR situations with staff

Skills/Abilities

Ability to deliver teaching and training on highly complex subjects within the Genetics field
Expert knowledge of the Genomics STP curriculum and assessment processes.
Able to collaborate constructively with managers of internal and external partners to create the conditions for successful partnership working
Evidence of the ability to enthuse, motivate and involve individuals and teams to deliver best performance
Ability to analyse complex problems and to develop practical and workable solutions to address them
Ability to analyse complex problems and to develop practical and workable solutions to address them
Skilled in presentations at a national and local level and the ability to present to large groups of people
Evidence of excellent leadership and management skills

Personal Attributes

Excellent interpersonal skills - coaching and motivating
Flexibility of approach to working
Highly organised and self‑motivated
Ability to work and deliver under pressure
To demonstrate NHS intrinsic values and behaviours

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.

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rare & Inherited Disease Laboratory, NHS North Thames Genomic Laboratory Hub

£64,156 to £71,148 a yearper annum inclusive, pro rata for part time

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time,Part-time,Job share,Flexible working

Reference number

271-GEN-7625654