Practice Educator -Women and Children's Division


Location
Aberdeen, Scotland
Salary
£43,231 - £52,679
Profession
Practice educator
Grade
Band 6
Deadline
09 Sep 2026
Contract Type
Fixed-term or Secondment
Posted Date
26 Aug 2026
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Job details

  • Job reference: 255553
  • Salary: Band 6 (£43,231 - £52,679)
  • Job closing date: 02/09/2026
  • Job Type: Nursing and Midwifery
  • Location: Aberdeen Maternity Hospital
  • Employment type: Fixed-term or Secondment
  • Hours Per Week: 0.2
  • Job posted date: 26/08/2026
  • Employer (NHS Board): NHS Grampian
  • Department: Practice Education & Development

An exciting opportunity has arisen for the appointment of a part-time Band 6 Practice Educator within the Women and Children’s Practice Education & Development team in NHS Grampian (0.2 WTE). This post is a one year secondment.

Applicants should be a registered midwife with a current NMC registration and experience of working with pre-registration students as a Practice Supervisor or Assessor

We are seeking a motivated registered midwife to be part of our team. You will be responsible for supporting pre and post registration training and education. The post holders will also have the ability to work across NHS Grampian and engage with the workforce at all levels to implement change and support ongoing development. A particular area of focus will be supporting the transition of services to the Baird Family Hospital.

As a Practice Educator, you will be based in Aberdeen Maternity Hospital supporting students, new registrants and the wider workforce. You will play a key role in creating positive learning environments, enhancing practice learning experiences, and contributing to the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care.

Applications are encouraged from those that wish to work part time. Additionally, the post holder must demonstrate experience of facilitating learning and show evidence of commitment to own professional development.

Informal enquiries are very welcome, please contact:

Amber Balkwill – amber.balkwill@nhs.scot,

Practice Educator, Women and Children’s Division (01224) 552616

Interviews will be held on: 01 October 2026

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