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Head of Education and Development - INTERNAL
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health BoardLlanfairfechan, Wales, United Kingdom
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£74,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may qualify for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 1139 is an eligible occupation, but we classified this role with low confidence (35% match). If the code is right — and Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is a licensed sponsor — it should qualify, but double-check the occupation eligibility rules against the actual role.
About the role
Job Overview
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
The post holder will provide professional leadership and expertise for education and development of Healthcare Support Workers. Working closely with colleagues across the Health Board they will support the development and implementation of strategies and policies relating to HCSW education and development including work experience, induction, QCF, Certificate in Healthcare Practice and part-time nursing routes.
The post holder will develop and oversee educational governance frameworks, ensuring that services meet Health Board and national quality standards, and will monitor and report on educational metrics to inform service improvement. They will work collaboratively with external agencies such as colleges, universities, HEIW and act as a credible leader and expert resource for the team and multidisciplinary colleagues.
The role involves planning and managing the delivery of education services within agreed activity levels and budgets, promoting shared learning opportunities, and ensuring training provision is underpinned by an evidence-based approach. The role is an excellent opportunity for the post holder to shape and influence career development of HCSWs and broaden their own knowledge and skills.
Applicants must demonstrate excellent leadership skills, experience of managing a team, the ability to work collaboratively, and a track record of achievement.
The post is full time, however 30 hours would be considered
This post is secondment for 12 months due to - meet the needs of the service.
If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will act as the professional nurse lead providing educational advice, leadership development, monitoring and management for corporate nursing education teams, to facilitate excellent nursing practice through the education and development of the workforce thereby supporting the delivery of a high quality, patient centred service.
The post holder will be a clinical leader, working with the Director to identify opportunities for workforce development, service change and improvement to encourage and enable advancement and development of associated evidence based services.
He/she will be instrumental in developing and implementing educational governance frameworks and in giving professional advice in relation to the development of services, within area of responsibility. They will be responsible for planning and coordination relevant to the service involving relevant stakeholders.
In line with agreed objectives, the post holder will have a key role in working with divisions, workforce and education partners to develop the nursing workforce that will contribute to the delivery of the local service plans, Health and Well Being Strategies, and other national strategies that are:
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
The post holder will provide professional leadership and expertise for education and development of Healthcare Support Workers. Working closely with colleagues across the Health Board they will support the development and implementation of strategies and policies relating to HCSW education and development including work experience, induction, QCF, Certificate in Healthcare Practice and part-time nursing routes.
The post holder will develop and oversee educational governance frameworks, ensuring that services meet Health Board and national quality standards, and will monitor and report on educational metrics to inform service improvement. They will work collaboratively with external agencies such as colleges, universities, HEIW and act as a credible leader and expert resource for the team and multidisciplinary colleagues.
The role involves planning and managing the delivery of education services within agreed activity levels and budgets, promoting shared learning opportunities, and ensuring training provision is underpinned by an evidence-based approach. The role is an excellent opportunity for the post holder to shape and influence career development of HCSWs and broaden their own knowledge and skills.
Applicants must demonstrate excellent leadership skills, experience of managing a team, the ability to work collaboratively, and a track record of achievement.
The post is full time, however 30 hours would be considered
This post is secondment for 12 months due to - meet the needs of the service.
If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will act as the professional nurse lead providing educational advice, leadership development, monitoring and management for corporate nursing education teams, to facilitate excellent nursing practice through the education and development of the workforce thereby supporting the delivery of a high quality, patient centred service.
The post holder will be a clinical leader, working with the Director to identify opportunities for workforce development, service change and improvement to encourage and enable advancement and development of associated evidence based services.
He/she will be instrumental in developing and implementing educational governance frameworks and in giving professional advice in relation to the development of services, within area of responsibility. They will be responsible for planning and coordination relevant to the service involving relevant stakeholders.
In line with agreed objectives, the post holder will have a key role in working with divisions, workforce and education partners to develop the nursing workforce that will contribute to the delivery of the local service plans, Health and Well Being Strategies, and other national strategies that are:
- Are based on patient and public involvement
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
- A prime focus of the role is on the education and development of the workforce across the health board, primarily nurses, midwives, healthcare support workers and operating department practitioners.
- To support the Director in the development and implementation of strategy and policy relating to the following areas
- Education, training and development
- Pre and Post Registration Education
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Registered professional e.g. NMC, HPC
- Significant relevant experience in a managerial post
- Teaching/assessing qualification or experience
- Masters Degree or equivalent experience in Nursing or health related subject or working towards with completion in two years
- PGCE
Essential criteria
- Experience of improving quality through leading and managing change
- Developing and delivering education programmes for a range of staff
- Budget management experience
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Where this offer sits in the market
SOC 1139 · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · ~128k in sampleP25 £57kP75 £104k
£44kmedian £80kgoing rate £75k£129k
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