East Cheshire NHS Trust

Practice Education Facilitator (Internal Only)

The closing date is 17 July 2025

Job summary

**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the 'ECT Family' this includes currentEast Cheshire NHS Trust employees,both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.**

Facilitate practice development within the the endoscopy team, creating an effective learning environment. This will include all members of the team.

Develop and maintain policies and documentation.

Design and implement programs for new starters including induction and competencies.

Ensure that a robust training program is in place in line with JAG

Support the unit/backfill when there are staff shortages.

The Practice Education Facilitator will continually facilitate a culture of life long learning and develop knowledge, understanding, skills, attitudes and values expected of endoscopy nurses, technicians and healthcare staff.

Hours per week: 37.5

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Main duties of the job

To work closely with all members of the team and ensure that they are accountable and competent within their roles.

Coordinate and monitor and support staff ensuring that they are delivering high standards of care to patients.

Update policies and training programs

Guide and support staff with e-learning and JETS workforce.

About us

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Details

Date posted

10 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

209-A-25-7309505

Job locations

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered R.G.N. (Registered General Nurse) or ODP. (Operating Department Practitioner)

Previous Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable experience in the Endoscopy setting with post qualification.
  • Evidence of continued professional development.
  • Can demonstrate experience of leading a team and/ or instigating change within the workplace.
  • Can demonstrate the ability to organise and prioritise workload.

Skills/Knowledge/Ability

Essential

  • Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
  • Able to manage own time and workload prioritising accordingly
  • Able to demonstrate effective management, interpersonal, problem solving and decision making skills.
  • Evidence of the ability to lead, manage, coordinate, delegate and motivate an Endoscopy team and review performance.
  • Understanding of the skills and knowledge required to develop team members.
  • Experience of mentorship and an ability to identify learning and development needs.
  • Evidence of up to date knowledge of relevant issues related to practice and education at local and national level

Other Role Requirments

Essential

  • Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered R.G.N. (Registered General Nurse) or ODP. (Operating Department Practitioner)

Previous Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable experience in the Endoscopy setting with post qualification.
  • Evidence of continued professional development.
  • Can demonstrate experience of leading a team and/ or instigating change within the workplace.
  • Can demonstrate the ability to organise and prioritise workload.

Skills/Knowledge/Ability

Essential

  • Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
  • Able to manage own time and workload prioritising accordingly
  • Able to demonstrate effective management, interpersonal, problem solving and decision making skills.
  • Evidence of the ability to lead, manage, coordinate, delegate and motivate an Endoscopy team and review performance.
  • Understanding of the skills and knowledge required to develop team members.
  • Experience of mentorship and an ability to identify learning and development needs.
  • Evidence of up to date knowledge of relevant issues related to practice and education at local and national level

Other Role Requirments

Essential

  • Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Employer's website

https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Employer's website

https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Unit Manager

Penny Lloyd

pennylloyd@nhs.net

01625661030

Details

Date posted

10 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

209-A-25-7309505

Job locations

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Supporting documents

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