Job summary To lead the training of all staff in Radiology by developing, implementing and auditing practice in line with departmental and national guidelines and protocols. The role will primarily entail overseeing and planning education, delivering training and education for registered health care professionals, radiology assistants and the admin & clerical team within Radiology. The post holder will, as part of the wider Head of Departments (HoDs) team, provide various aspects of HR and day to day management. The post holder will be responsible for undertaking training needs analysis and representing radiology at the Heads of Education meeting and all other relevant and necessary meetings/ groups across the Trust and regionally. Main duties of the job The Practice Educator Lead will be responsible for providing clinical support and undertaking the 1:1 development meetings of all trainees undertaking courses in radiology. This will involve constant monitoring of academic and clinical progress in line with the duration of the academic programmes undertaken. will be responsible for supporting nominated trainee supervisors to create formative action plans to address practice issues whilst also assisting with student summative assessments. The post holder will work closely with the Imaging Manager, RPS Lead, Operational Lead Radiographer, modality Leads and the wider HoDs teams to identify continuing professional development (CPD) requirements for all radiology staff. To ensure appropriate training plans are in place for individuals concerned. The Practice Educators Lead will ultimately be responsible for the monitoring and assessment of each training plan to ensure CPD targets are delivered in line with service needs. About us Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond. We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home. Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times. We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly. Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits. Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list. Date posted 23 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £61,927 to £68,676 a year p.a. incl. Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 293-CSEP-0549 Job locations Radiology, Homerton University NHS Trust Homerton E9 6SR Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s on this page The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed. Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s on this page The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed. Person Specification Education / Qualifications Essential oTo hold DCR(R) or BSc Hons degree in Diagnostic Imaging Current and up to date state HCPC registration Skills/ Abilities Essential oExcellent organisational skills and prioritising skills. oAbility to manage own work programme and to prioritise deadlines oDemonstrated capability to plan over short, medium and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly oKnowledge of different methods/styles for teaching and learning oExcellent written and verbal communication skills oAble to develop and deliver staff training programmes and presentations oAdaptable to meet differing learning styles/preferences oWillingness to work across organisational boundaries and sites Experience Essential oDemonstrable experience of teaching, supervising and assessing at least one radiographic staff group (such as student, assistant practitioners, practitioners, radiographers, advanced practitioners oExperience of managing and motivating a team and reviewing performance of the individuals Broad range of post-graduate clinical demonstrable experience in diagnostic imaging Desirable oProven staff management skills Person Specification Education / Qualifications Essential oTo hold DCR(R) or BSc Hons degree in Diagnostic Imaging Current and up to date state HCPC registration Skills/ Abilities Essential oExcellent organisational skills and prioritising skills. oAbility to manage own work programme and to prioritise deadlines oDemonstrated capability to plan over short, medium and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly oKnowledge of different methods/styles for teaching and learning oExcellent written and verbal communication skills oAble to develop and deliver staff training programmes and presentations oAdaptable to meet differing learning styles/preferences oWillingness to work across organisational boundaries and sites Experience Essential oDemonstrable experience of teaching, supervising and assessing at least one radiographic staff group (such as student, assistant practitioners, practitioners, radiographers, advanced practitioners oExperience of managing and motivating a team and reviewing performance of the individuals Broad range of post-graduate clinical demonstrable experience in diagnostic imaging Desirable oProven staff management skills 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 Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address Radiology, Homerton University NHS Trust Homerton E9 6SR Employer's website https://www.homerton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address Radiology, Homerton University NHS Trust Homerton E9 6SR Employer's website https://www.homerton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Radiology, Homerton University NHS Trust, E9 6SR Homerton, United Kingdom