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From the employer's advert, checked 26 October 2026.
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is on the Home Office register of licensed sponsors as “Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust” (Skilled Worker). Register checked 23 October 2026.
About the job
Job summary
PLEASE NOTE: Sponsorship is not normally available for this vacancy - applicants must have the right-to-work in the UK for this role by their proposed start date.
The role of Simulation and Skills Educator is to work across both RBH and UoR sites to improve the educational quality of the simulation training provided.
The post holder will work under the direction of the Simulation Lead and alongside the Simulation Centre and CSTS managers. The main responsibility is the planning, implementation, delivery and evaluation of quality inter- professional simulation and skills based educational programmes.
The remit of the post will include delivery of clinical education and skills training to Resident Doctors, undergraduate students and also the wider multi-professional team, working and studying at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust. Whilst the post will focus on simulation learning, a variety of teaching and learning strategies will be required.
The post holder will ensure all RBH simulation programmes are quality assured in line with current national and local policies and standards and will lead the drive towards ASPiH accreditation.
Collaborative working will be required, across the wider organisation in order to support the safe and effective usage of simulation.
Main duties of the job
Programme Development
o Design, implement, and evaluate simulation-based training programmes aligned with Trust priorities and national standards
o Design, develop and deliver clinical education programmes which utilise a range of delivery methodologies including high and low fidelity simulation, haptic skills training, virtual reality software and human factors
Delivery of Training
o Facilitate high-fidelity simulation sessions, in-situ training, and skills workshops for multidisciplinary and multiprofessional teams
o Lead structured debriefs to enhance reflective practice and embed learning outcomes
Quality Assurance
o Improve educational quality standards within Simulation training with the aim of achieving ASPiH accreditation
o Collect and analyse feedback to drive continuous improvement
Leadership & Collaboration
o Work strategically to support both the Trust's long term strategy as well as national training curricula to embed a culture of Patient Safety & Human factors awareness through all educational programmes
o Provide expert advice on simulation methodology to colleagues and stakeholders
o Mentor and develop junior educators and support staff in simulation practice
o Actively promote inter-professional learning opportunities
Innovation & Research
o Contribute to research, audit, and evaluation projects in simulation-based education
o Promote innovation in teaching methods, including digital and virtual simulation technologies
About us
Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.
Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
We support flexible working wherever possible, with requests considered on an individual basis taking into account service requirements, operational needs and the requirements of the role.
Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.
If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.
Job responsibilities
Please see job description for detailed description of main job responsibilities including management responsibilities, teaching and training, budgetary and resource management, clinical, quality, safety and personal development expectations.
Job description
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