Manual Handling and Ergonomics Trainer
| Posting date: | 14 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £38,682.00 to £46,580.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £38682.00 - £46580.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 July 2025 |
| Location: | Milton Keynes, MK6 5LD |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9430-25-0453 |
Summary
Support the Manual Handling and Ergonomics Advisor in both clinical and non-clinical areas to identify, assess, and manage risks relating to manual handling and complex patient handling activities. Act as the Trusts recognised competent person on matters related to manual handling and ergonomics training, demonstrating a working knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, subject knowledge, and professional issues. Deliver theory and practical training programs for all aspects of manual handling operations, meeting the employers statutory obligations and reflecting the learning needs within all staff groups across the Trust. Promote and develop a safety culture, delivering training aimed at reducing musculoskeletal injuries within the Trust. Assist and deputise (as appropriate) for the Trust Manual Handling and Ergonomics Advisor in the delivery and implementation of policies and procedures related to manual handling and ergonomics, including the Manual Handling & DSE Policies. Provide advice, support, and information on all manual handling and ergonomic issues to minimize risks to employees and other service users. Advise on safe working procedures and adapt training and handling techniques to meet the needs of local departments, individual patients, and specialties. Analyse statistical data, interpret findings, and produce regular training reports on departmental activity. Stay up-to-date with clinical developments and research that impact safe practices, regularly attending relevant meetings to maintain awareness of current manual handling issues and challenge poor practices. Diversity and Inclusion Dont meet every single requirement? We know our job descriptions and specifications can be extensive. MKUH is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you are excited about this job and align with our Trust values, but feel your past experience doesnt perfectly match every part of the job description and person specification, drop us an email to discuss the role further. Apply now to join us in creating a safer, healthier workplace for all at Milton Keynes University Hospital! 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.