Practice Development Nurse
| Posting date: | 04 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £45,845.00 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Excellent Plus Benefits |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 March 2026 |
| Location: | Glasgow, G51 4QD |
| Company: | Quarriers |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1172548 |
Summary
Are you a qualified nurse with a talent for education, development and clinical excellence? We're looking for a Practice Development Nurse to play a key role in strengthening specialist epilepsy knowledge, developing our workforce, and promoting William Quarrier Scottish Epilepsy Centre.
Your new opportunity
As Practice Development Nurse, you will lead on education, training and practice development across the Scottish Epilepsy Centre (WQSEC). You’ll enhance the specialist knowledge of staff within WQSEC and promote epilepsy expertise to the wider health and social care community.
You’ll support all training, CPD and qualification needs of staff and grow our established Epilepsy Awareness and Train the Trainer programmes, helping to extend their reach and impact across external organisations.
This is a highly collaborative role, working closely with senior nurses, managers, the Learning & Talent Development team, and external partners.
This is a full time permanent post working 35 hours per week Monday - Friday.
What you'll bring
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Registered Nurse (RNMH/LD, RGN or RMN) with active NMC registration
- Educated to degree level with evidence of post‑registration learning
- Experience working with people with epilepsy, neurological conditions, learning disabilities or distressed behaviour
- Experience of multi‑disciplinary working
- Experience in healthcare research and audit
- Proven experience in developing and delivering healthcare education and training
Specialist Knowledge & Skills
- Strong knowledge of NMC requirements and regulatory care standards
- In‑depth understanding of the nursing process and governance systems
- Knowledge of adult learning (andragogical) principles
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and IT skills
- Enthusiastic, proactive and adaptable approach
- Ability to manage complexity, problem‑solve and work creatively
- Driving licence is essential
Why Join WQSEC?
This is a unique opportunity to influence clinical practice, education and service development within a nationally recognised specialist epilepsy service. You’ll have the chance to shape learning, support professional growth, and make a real difference to staff and people living with epilepsy.
What you'll get in return
SVQ qualifications via our accredited centre
Generous leave: 29 days + 4 public holidays (rising to 34 + 4 after 5 years)
Training & development opportunities
❤️ Opportunity to change lives through meaningful work
Family-friendly policies
Health benefits: HSF cash plans, physio & occupational health
Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
£500 refer-a-friend bonus (T&Cs apply)
️ Life Assurance & Pension
Cycle to Work scheme
️ Access to Concerts for Carers
Quarriers have Investors in People Platinum accreditation.
Full details of this role can be viewed on the attached Job Role Profile.
Skills:
Register Nurse
Qualifications:
Qualified Nurse
1st Level Registration Nurse – RNMH/LD, RGN, RMN