Band 6 Manual Handling Trainer

Job summary

This role requires to work across all sites that come under the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Under the supervision of the Manual Handling Advisor this post will assist in the development of the Manual Handling training service; supporting the Lead Manual Handling Advisor to provide a comprehensive manual handling service to the Trust.

o Lead in the delivery of training programs in Manual Handling practices to all staff. Training will take place in both the classroom and on-site settings and will include Patient and Object handling sessions.

o Provide professional advice on safer Manual Handling practices, training, Clinical Governance issues, and Manual Handling equipment under the supervision of the Manual Handling Advisor.

o Assist the Manual Handling Team in maintaining excellent communication internally within the Trust (eg: Learning and Development, Medical Education Team, Clinical Practice Educators ) and externally with training providers and contractors, to enhance the delivery of Manual Handling training and equipment provision.

The postholder will be expected to consistently demonstrate behaviours aligned to the Trust's shared commitments, embedding compassion, inclusion, integrity and excellence in their day-to-day practice.

Main duties of the job

TEACHING AND ASSESSING

o Provide clinical expertise and advice to managers and staff in relation to Safer Manual Handling practices

o Support and assist the Manual Handling Advisors in carrying out assessments for both patients and staff in all workplace settings as appropriate

o Lead in the development of, and delivery of Manual Handling training programs for all levels of staff

o Deliver training in a variety of settings covering most clinical areas and work environments in accordance with training needs, risk assessments and as directed by the Manual Handling Advisors

o Ensure all Manual Handling training is based on the latest evidence available (eg: HOP 7) and adheres to Trust guidelines for Manual Handling and complies with the Safer Handling Policy and requirements of relevant legislation

o Assist in any Trust wide review, audit and standardization of Manual Handling equipment under the guidance of Manual Handling Advisors.

Work in collaboration with the Manual Handling advisors to investigate adverse incidents related to Manual Handling

o Assist in regular audit and equipment checking systems that are in place as per Trust requirements.

o Participate in production of reports, policies and risk assessments for Manual Handling

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.

For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person specification

Experience

Essential

• Relevant clinical experience, in an Acute /Community Healthcare setting
• Recent experience of group and one-to-one teaching
• Recent experience of training others in Manual Handling
• Experience of auditing Manual Handling Standards and practices
• Evidence of TNA/ Lesson planning, feedback evaluation
• Recent experience of teaching and developing staff

Education and professional qualifications

Essential

• Recognized teaching qualification (eg: PGCE, LST or similar), Train-The-Trainer Qualification (eg: RoSPA Level 4 or similar)
• Evidence of recent and ongoing clinical/professional development appropriate to role

Desirable

• Nursing, Midwifery or AHP degree (or equivalent)
• NMC Registered Nurse/Midwife or AHP

Personal Qualities & Attributes

Essential

• Able to work as a team member and form professional relationships with wider Trust colleagues
• Enthusiastic about staff education and development
• Adaptable and able to manage change
• Diplomatic and inclusive
• Flexible in working arrangements to meet the needs of the Manual Handling service including working across all the sites under the Royal Free London Trust

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

• Competent in providing safe and effective Object and Patient Handling practices
• Competent in Manual Handling in range of clinical and non-clinical settings
• Demonstrates Safer Manual Handling decision making skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Skilled at using MS365 applications, projection/multimedia equipment and e-learning resources
• Able to manage challenging situations
• Able to plan and prioritize own workload
• Evidence of working effectively in a team

Royal Free shared commitments

Essential

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust shared commitments