Manual Handling and Ergonomics Trainer

Job overview

Manual Handling and Ergonomics Trainer

Department: Staff Health & Wellbeing

Band 6 £37,338 - £44,962 Per annum

Hours: 37.5, 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? At MKUH, staff enjoy free onsite parking, free car charging, and the opportunity for hybrid working.

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 additional details or to schedule an informal visit to the department, kindly reach out to Rebecca Bason, Head of Staff Health & Wellbeing, via email at [email protected]

'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'

Interview 23rd April 2025

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.

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 use professional experience and subject knowledge to advise clinical /non-clinical staff in appropriate techniques for the speciality/department.  •    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.

Management

• To assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures in accordance with manual handling & DSE legislation, codes of practice and Trust standards.  •    To deputise for the Trust Lead Manual Handling and Ergonomics Advisor and as appropriate attend and provide reports which include analytical date to the Health and Safety Committee, Workforce Board, and other relevant committees.

Professional   •    The post holder will be the designated competent person for moving and handling and ergonomic training for the Trust.  •    Actively seek relevant theoretical knowledge and demonstrate researched based practice.

Communication

• Produce written communication including reports and policy documents, documents. •    Escalate any concerns and issues in relation to manual handling & DSE to the Trust Lead Manual Handling and Ergonomics Advisor.

Core duties

• Support and deputies for the Trust Lead Manual Handling and Ergonomics Advisor. •    Effectively plan and deliver manual handling training courses for all new and existing employees at Milton Keynes University Hospital Trust and liaise with the Lead Manual Handling and Ergonomics Advisor to ensure that compliance is meet in line with legislative requirements.

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.