University of Worcester
Practice Education Facilitator
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Practice Education Facilitator x 2 posts
The University of Worcester is seeking two enthusiastic and dedicated Practice Education Facilitators to join our innovative School of Nursing and Midwifery. This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference in shaping the future of nursing education by ensuring our students and apprentices receive outstanding, supportive, and high-quality practice learning experiences.
Working at the heart of our partnerships with healthcare providers, you will play a vital role in bridging theory and practice, fostering collaboration, and enhancing placement quality across diverse clinical environments. As part of a committed team of Practice Education Facilitators, you will work collaboratively to deliver exceptional support and guidance, ensuring consistency and excellence in practice education across the region. This post is ideal for candidates who are considering a transition from clinical practice into higher education and are passionate about developing the next generation of nurses.
About the Role
As a Practice Education Facilitator, you will act as a key liaison between the University, students, and practice partners. You will:
- Maintain regular communication with practice assessors, supervisors, academic assessors, students, and apprentices.
- Monitor placement quality and support audits to ensure compliance with NMC standards.
- Assist in onboarding new placements to expand capacity.
- Support students and apprentices in linking theory to practice, identifying learning opportunities, and preparing for placements.
- Provide timely and empathetic support during placements and contribute feedback to course teams.
- Participate in the development and delivery of training for practice assessors and supervisors.
- Act as a personal academic tutor and academic assessor.
- Undertake Individual Learner Progress Reviews (apprentices) and ensure accurate completion of documentation in line with apprenticeship compliance requirements.
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This role requires flexibility, including occasional early mornings, evenings, and weekend work, as well as travel to placement sites.
About You
You will be a Registered Nurse with:
- A degree or diploma in Nursing and current NMC registration.
- Experience supporting students in clinical settings and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong understanding of NMC Standards for student supervision and assessment (SSSA).
- Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and communication skills, with competence in digital tools.
- Ability to build effective relationships and manage sensitive issues with discretion.
- Commitment to professional development and reflective practice.
- A postgraduate qualification and Fellowship of Advance HE are desirable.
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What's in it for you:
- Annual incremental increase up to £37,694, with the opportunity to progress to £41,064 subject to performance and the university reward scheme.
- Up to 36 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days) rising to 41 total days after 5 years’ continuous service.
- Access to a range of benefits including our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme.
- Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme.
- In-house training and development support.
- A friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment.
For further information: SN2613 Practice Education Facilitator x 2 posts - Jobs at University of Worcester
For any informal queries about this vacancy please contact Claire Walder - Senior Lecturer and Practice Lead for Nursing at c.walder@worc.ac.uk
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