Job summary
- Main area
- Occupational Health
- Grade
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 430-CORP1393A-A
- Employer
- Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Manual Handling (Dept)
- Town
- Milton Keynes
- Salary
- £35,392 - £42,618 Per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 31/07/2024 23:59
- Interview date
- 12/08/2024
Employer heading
Manual Handling and Ergonomics Trainer
Band 6
Job overview
Manual Handling and Ergonomics Trainer
Department: Staff Health & Wellbeing
Band 6 £35,392 - £42,618 Per annum
Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
Are you ready to embark on an incredible career opportunity at Milton Keynes University Hospital (MKUH)? Are you looking to take the next step in developing your skills while working within a friendly, supportive team?
Are you passionate about delivering high-quality manual handling training in line with the NHS Skills Framework and legislative requirements? Do you enjoy making a difference to patient and staff safety? Would you really like to make a tangible difference by bringing training into clinical practice? If so, this role is perfect for you! You will deliver training in various clinical and non-clinical environments, such as theatres and wards, as well as classroom-based sessions in a simulated clinical setting.
At MKUH, we genuinely care about our colleagues and strive to create a safe, engaging environment that values all unique skillsets and contributions.
For more information and/or informal chat, please contact [email protected]
Interview date: 12th August 2024
Main duties of the job
The Manual Handling and Ergonomics Trainer plays a crucial role in promoting safety, occupational health, and wellbeing at MKUH.
You will continually strive to improve the quality of training, informed by current evidence-based best practices and national standards.
You will be responsible for leading manual handling training initiatives, ensuring colleagues are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform manual handling tasks safely and effectively.
You will deliver engaging and informative training sessions, conduct training needs analyses, and provide ongoing support to staff to minimise the risk of injuries related to moving and handling patients and loads.
You would also be responsible for the development of Manual Handling Officers and working closely alongside them in developing safe systems of work.
Working for our organisation
MKUH staff scored highest for ‘I look forward to coming to work’ (NHS Staff Survey 2023).
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free tea and coffee
- Great flexible working opportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To be the Trust’s recognised competent person on matters relating to manual handling and ergonomics (clinical and non-clinical) training, demonstrating a working knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, subject knowledge and professional issues pertinent to the role of working within the limits of own competence.
To assist and deputise (as appropriate) for the Trust Lead Manual Handling and Ergonomics Advisor on delivery and implementation of policies and procedures in relation to manual handling and ergonomics including the Manual Handling & DSE Policies respectively, ensuring these are up to date with current legislation and practice, periodically reviewed and audited and monitored for effectiveness.
Data Analysis
Analyse statistical data, interpret and produce regular training reports on
departmental activity.
Through training feedback, identify areas of poor practice (either poor manual handling practice or poor risk assessment completion) and develop bespoke training solutions to target improvement.
Education
To design training programmes to meet the needs of the workforce adhering to current best practice and evidence base.
To deliver theory and practical training programmes for all aspects of manual handling operations, which meet the employer’s statutory obligations, and which reflects the level of understanding and learning needs within all staff groups across the Trust.
Clinical / Non-Clinical
To keep abreast of clinical developments and research that will have implications for safe practice and to regularly attend National Back Exchange or other relevant meetings to maintain awareness of current patient/inanimate manual handling issues and to challenge areas of poor practice
Please refer to the Job Description for further details
We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.
Person specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential criteria
- RN, AHP or equivalent professional qualification including wide practical experience of Manual Handling
- A recognised moving and handling related qualification (e.g. Back Care Management) or equivalent based on National Back Exchange standards (level 3 or above)
- A teaching, coaching or training qualification (e.g. PTTLs)
- Highly specialist knowledge of Manual Handling
- Be registered with a related professional body such as NMC or HCPC
- Current member of the National Back Exchange (NBE
Desirable criteria
- Comprehensive and current knowledge of Moving and Handling risk management, assessment, and practical application
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of participating in a full range of patient handling techniques within the last three years
- Experience of teaching MDT and responding to their learning needs
- A practical problem -solving approach to moving and handling issues
- Understanding of moving and handling equipment and ergonomic changes required to minimize risks to staff
- Demonstrate a practical application of manual handling legislation
- Experience preparing, delivering and auditing training
- Good knowledge base of relevant health and safety legislation and the risk assessment process and their application to manual and patient handling in the workplac
- Knowledge of Manual Handling policies and procedures and other relevant policies e.g. incident reporting, sickness absence
- A desire to assist in the development of innovative practices/programmes in moving and handling
Desirable criteria
- Patient handling experience in a variety of clinical settings
- The ability to support junior colleagues e.g. Manual Handling Officers
- Experience of planning and delivering patient and inanimate load handling training programmes
Skills
Essential criteria
- Able to work effectively and collaboratively in a team
- Computer literate e.g. MS word, Excel and Powerpoint
- Cost effective with resources
- Efficiently manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Desirable criteria
- Understanding of governance issues related to manual handling
- To have an understanding of audit and risk assessments and contribute to the development of strategies
Personal and people developmen
Essential criteria
- Acts in ways that support our values, promotes equality, diversity and belonging
- Respectful and professional
- Resilient and able to ask for help and support
- Self-aware, understands the influence of self on others
- Committed to developing their own skills
Communication
Essential criteria
- Ability to work flexibly as part of a hybrid team
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Specific requirements
Essential criteria
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Rebecca Bason
- Job title
- Head of Staff Health and Wellbeing
- Email address
- [email protected]
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