Job overview

The South East Neonatal Operational Delivery Network in partnership with University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Job Title: Network Educator

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Fixed Term Contract End Date: 12 Months after starting

Purpose for Fixed Term: Short Term Funding

Hours: 15 hours per week – Intended to complement an existing clinical nursing role

Are you passionate about neonatal education and developing the future workforce?

The South East Neonatal Network is recruiting part-time Network Educators to support the delivery of the Qualified in Specialty (QIS) Programme and a range of other educational initiatives across the region.

This is an exciting opportunity for experienced neonatal professionals to influence education and workforce development at a regional level, supporting learners, educators and services to deliver safe, effective, compassionate and evidence-based neonatal care.

Working as part of the South East Neonatal Network Education Team, you will contribute to the design, delivery and evaluation of education programmes, support practice learning environments, and provide educational guidance to learners and colleagues across the network. You will work collaboratively with neonatal units, Higher Education Institutions and key stakeholders to support workforce development and improve learning experiences across the South East.

Working for us:

The South East Neonatal Operational Delivery Network (SENN ODN) is part of the South East Strategic Network for Critical Care, working collaboratively with neonatal services across Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Thames Valley and Wessex to improve outcomes and experiences for babies, families and staff. As a Band 6 Educator, you will join a supportive, innovative and highly collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality education and workforce development across the region.

Working for our organisation

While the role is home-based, regular travel throughout the South East footprint is an essential requirement to support the delivery of education programmes, stakeholder engagement and network activities. The South East Strategic Network for Critical Care is hosted by University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS), and successful applicants will be employed by UHS, giving access to the full range of NHS employment benefits, including generous annual leave, NHS Pension Scheme membership, comprehensive wellbeing support, flexible working opportunities, and a wide range of staff discounts and development opportunities. As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of the neonatal workforce and make a meaningful difference to the care of babies and their families across the South East.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the planning, coordination and delivery of the regional QIS programme.

• Delivering education using a range of approaches including face-to-face teaching, simulation, coaching and technology-enhanced learning.

• Supporting learners, students, apprentices and registered staff across neonatal services.

• Assessing and monitoring learner progress and supporting the development of competence and confidence in practice.

• Providing mentorship, coaching, feedback and pastoral support to learners.

• Supporting educational governance, quality improvement and evaluation activities.

• Developing and maintaining strong partnerships with neonatal units, universities and other stakeholders across the region.

• Contributing to the continuous development of the South East Neonatal Network education offer.

Working Pattern and Travel Requirements:

These are part-time positions with a combination of remote, virtual and face-to-face working.

Please note that this is a highly mobile role. Regular travel across the South East Neonatal Network is an essential requirement of the post.

The successful candidate will be expected to travel frequently between neonatal units, education venues and partner organisations to deliver education, support learners and attend network activities. Applicants must be able to meet the travel requirements of the role.

Occasional flexibility in working hours may be required to support programme delivery and educational events.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

A detailed job description and person specification is attached, but please see further requirements below -

Essential Travel Requirements:

• Able to travel independently and frequently across the South East Neonatal Network footprint to deliver education, support learners and attend network meetings and events.

• Holds a full UK driving licence and has access to suitable transport or can otherwise demonstrate the ability to meet the travel requirements of the role.

Essential Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong facilitation and teaching skills.

• Organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a wider team.

• Collaborative and inclusive approach to education and workforce development.

• Ability to motivate, coach and support learners.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

• Education at master’s level or working towards a master’s qualification.

• Leadership qualification or significant equivalent experience.

• Previous Band 6 experience.

• Evidence of nursing practice development and change management.

• Research awareness or experience.

• Knowledge of undergraduate, apprenticeship or healthcare support worker education.

• Understanding of the wider healthcare agenda.

• Experience running simulations.

• Simulation trainer qualification.

Why Join Us? This role offers the opportunity to:

• Influence neonatal education across the South East.

• Support the development of the future neonatal workforce.

• Work with a wide range of neonatal services and multidisciplinary teams.

• Help improve outcomes for babies and families through excellent education and workforce development.

If you are passionate about neonatal education and want to make a difference beyond your own organisation, we would love to hear from you.