Job summary Our Local Neonatal Unit is situated within Northampton General Hospital and is part of a large integrated Child Health Directorate as well as a part of the East Midlands Neonatal Operational Delivery Network. The post holder in conjunction with the Directorate Matron and Ward Manager will utilise their clinical, teaching and development skills to support and facilitate ongoing education, training, and practice development as part of the education team for the neonatal unit. The post holder will act as a professional role model to members of the clinical team and will lead and facilitate changes in clinical practice, which enhance care packages for the neonate and family. Main duties of the job Staff development, training, and mentorship: As Lead Neonatal Educator for the education team you will co-ordinate teaching sessions both formal and at the cot side. Develop, implement, and monitor competencies and preceptorship programmes to ensure staff can fulfil their roles. To devise, facilitate and co-ordinate competency-based training for all staff to meet local and national expectations. In conjunction with the management team devise a planned programme of education and development needs for a range of clinical staff. Organise specific competency-based education and training for all clinical staff relating to medical devices. Support new ways of working to improve services within the directorate and gain feedback where appropriate. Promote a positive learning environment within the unit, which supports personnel and professional growth and development. Implement, deliver and evaluate educational programmes for nursing staff in the unit including mandatory and role specific training. Work in partnership with the Ward Manager to ensure a high standard of service. Network with multi-professional colleagues within and outside the Trust to represent neonatal services. Work in partnership with the Ward Manager and specialist staff to ensure staff are appropriately supported and trained to carry out their duties Act as a resource and support to mentors and students and new starters within the unit. About us Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close any adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values Compassion Accountability Respect Integrity Courage We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative. We recognise the valuable contribution that the Armed Forces community make to our organisation. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and achieved Silver Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme. We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals. Date posted 21 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 265-6895400 Job locations Northampton General Hospital Billing Road Northampton NN1 5BD Job description Job responsibilities Improving patient and visitor experiences: To act as a role model for staff, seeking feedback from others as necessary. Consider new and improved ways of working, which enhance patient care, presenting proposals to the Ward Manager and Matron. Liaise with members of the multidisciplinary team in the development of protocols and clinical pathways which enhance the journey of the neonate and family. In conjunction with staff oversee the development of mechanisms for setting goals and benchmarking standards of care, ensuring they are evidence based and that agreed actions are implemented. To champion appropriate support for families. To be a visible support for parents/carers including the incorporation of feedback into the delivery of care People/Management Excellence: Participate in the recruitment, selection and retention of staff. To maintain a suitable learning environment for staff and act as a facilitator/mentor/preceptor in the supervision and teaching of less experienced staff, supporting and facilitating the development of competencies across all staff levels Quality Assurance and Monitoring: Participate in audit and research projects as appropriate. Provide support to all staff undertaking audit projects within the unit. To oversee the completion expansion of practice for extended roles. To facilitate the benchmarking process in conjunction with the ward manager. To use and support the appraisal process to develop staff. To participate in the Care Quality Indicators as required and work in conjunction with the Ward Manager to implement any recommendations. Present and attend professional conferences and study days. To undertake cotside teaching. Act as a resource and link with the Universities and the East Midlands Neonatal Operational Delivery Network (EMNODN) and attending meetings as required Trust wide Responsibilities: To work collaboratively with other colleagues across the Trust, in developing practice development and professional education To facilitate any measures to help achieve directorate and Trust targets and disseminate all appropriate information to all members of the nursing team. To influence strategic developments in pursuit of advancement of quality in patient care and experience. To participate in the development of annual objectives in partnership with professionals and Matron, ensuring that all staff area aware of them and their implementation. To understand that this list of duties is not exhaustive and can be amended by the Ward Manager or Matron as needed. Job description Job responsibilities Improving patient and visitor experiences: To act as a role model for staff, seeking feedback from others as necessary. Consider new and improved ways of working, which enhance patient care, presenting proposals to the Ward Manager and Matron. Liaise with members of the multidisciplinary team in the development of protocols and clinical pathways which enhance the journey of the neonate and family. In conjunction with staff oversee the development of mechanisms for setting goals and benchmarking standards of care, ensuring they are evidence based and that agreed actions are implemented. To champion appropriate support for families. To be a visible support for parents/carers including the incorporation of feedback into the delivery of care People/Management Excellence: Participate in the recruitment, selection and retention of staff. To maintain a suitable learning environment for staff and act as a facilitator/mentor/preceptor in the supervision and teaching of less experienced staff, supporting and facilitating the development of competencies across all staff levels Quality Assurance and Monitoring: Participate in audit and research projects as appropriate. Provide support to all staff undertaking audit projects within the unit. To oversee the completion expansion of practice for extended roles. To facilitate the benchmarking process in conjunction with the ward manager. To use and support the appraisal process to develop staff. To participate in the Care Quality Indicators as required and work in conjunction with the Ward Manager to implement any recommendations. Present and attend professional conferences and study days. To undertake cotside teaching. Act as a resource and link with the Universities and the East Midlands Neonatal Operational Delivery Network (EMNODN) and attending meetings as required Trust wide Responsibilities: To work collaboratively with other colleagues across the Trust, in developing practice development and professional education To facilitate any measures to help achieve directorate and Trust targets and disseminate all appropriate information to all members of the nursing team. To influence strategic developments in pursuit of advancement of quality in patient care and experience. To participate in the development of annual objectives in partnership with professionals and Matron, ensuring that all staff area aware of them and their implementation. To understand that this list of duties is not exhaustive and can be amended by the Ward Manager or Matron as needed. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Must have Valid NMC registration Post registration qualified in speciality neonatal course Significant post registration experience at band 6 or above Educated to a Masters level (level 7 or above) or willing to work towards 1st level register nurse or midwife Qualifications Essential Teaching and assessing qualification Holds a currently newborn life support (NLS) provider certificate Leadership or management training Desirable Holds a ENB A19, R23 or equivalent Training in clinical supervision Running and supporting simulation sessions Generic instructors course (NLS) Skills Essential Demonstrate excellent written skills Computer literate across a range of IT programmes Evidence of overcoming barriers in practice Evidence of teaching, including cotside teaching Desirable Evidence of implementing changes in practice Skills in using research in practice Knowledge and skills Essential In date safeguarding children 3 training In date safeguarding adult and mental capacity training Awareness of safeguarding referral process Knowledge of clinical governance relating to neonatal care Knowledge Essential Evidence of ongoing professional development Knowledge of audit process in relation to education Ability to lead, manage, support and motivate both nursing and medical teams Able to provide clinical care to sick neonates and support staff in emergencies Person Specification Qualifications Essential Must have Valid NMC registration Post registration qualified in speciality neonatal course Significant post registration experience at band 6 or above Educated to a Masters level (level 7 or above) or willing to work towards 1st level register nurse or midwife Qualifications Essential Teaching and assessing qualification Holds a currently newborn life support (NLS) provider certificate Leadership or management training Desirable Holds a ENB A19, R23 or equivalent Training in clinical supervision Running and supporting simulation sessions Generic instructors course (NLS) Skills Essential Demonstrate excellent written skills Computer literate across a range of IT programmes Evidence of overcoming barriers in practice Evidence of teaching, including cotside teaching Desirable Evidence of implementing changes in practice Skills in using research in practice Knowledge and skills Essential In date safeguarding children 3 training In date safeguarding adult and mental capacity training Awareness of safeguarding referral process Knowledge of clinical governance relating to neonatal care Knowledge Essential Evidence of ongoing professional development Knowledge of audit process in relation to education Ability to lead, manage, support and motivate both nursing and medical teams Able to provide clinical care to sick neonates and support staff in emergencies 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 Northampton General Hospital Address Northampton General Hospital Billing Road Northampton NN1 5BD Employer's website https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)