Job summary
- Main area
- Moving & Handling Trainer
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 6
- Contract
- Bank
- Hours
- Part time - 30 hours per week
- Job ref
- 848-BHC-150-25
- Employer
- Bromley Healthcare
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Orpington College
- Town
- Orpington
- Salary
- £42,939 - £50,697 pro rata hrly rate
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 03/06/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Moving and Handling Trainer [Bank]
NHS AfC: Band 6
Bromley Healthcare, a community interest company, delivers a diverse range of services encompassing community nursing (e.g., district nursing, health visiting, specialist nursing) and therapy services catering to individuals across all age groups. Stemming from the community provider unit of NHS Bromley, we boast extensive experience in serving the Bromley populace over many years.
Working at Bromley Healthcare offers a fulfilling experience. Our distinctive service delivery approach and commitment to hearing every employee's voice ensure a gratifying career journey. As a Social Enterprise, we embrace an innovative approach to healthcare delivery, combining the traditional strengths of the NHS, such as robust training and development opportunities, with the flexibility to reinvest surpluses into community initiatives.
Employees of Bromley Healthcare whose role maybe at risk will receive priority consideration.
Applicants for roles involving driving responsibilities will be required to provide proof of business insurance.
Job overview
Moving and Handling Trainer [Bank] band 6
Are you passionate about staff safety, patient dignity, and enabling independence in the community? Bromley Healthcare is seeking an experienced and motivated Moving and Handling Trainer to join our team on a part-time basis. This Band 6 role plays a vital part in supporting the delivery of high-quality, safe care across our community services.
You will design and deliver engaging, evidence-based training in manual handling and the Trusted Assessor framework, empowering clinical and care staff to work safely, confidently, and in line with national best practice. Working closely with our Quality, Clinical Education, and Health & Safety teams, you'll help drive safe systems of work, reduce risk, and promote a positive safety culture.
As a clinically registered professional with experience in a healthcare or community setting, you’ll use your knowledge of manual handling techniques, equipment, minor adaptations, and risk assessment to deliver impactful training and advice. You will also support and mentor our internal Key Train the Trainers (KTTs) to ensure consistent standards are maintained across the organisation.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference — enabling staff, supporting independence at home, and improving outcomes for people in Bromley, Bexley and Greenwich.
Main duties of the job
Plan, deliver and evaluate Moving and Handling and Trusted Assessor training for clinical and non-clinical staff across classroom, simulation, and community settings. Provide expert advice and in-situ support for complex or high-risk handling scenarios, including in patients’ homes and care settings. Promote the safe and effective use of equipment, including hoists, slide sheets, beds, and small aids that support patient independence. Maintain current knowledge of manual handling legislation and ensure training content and guidance reflect best practice and legal requirements.
Support incident investigations and audits, contributing to learning actions and service improvement initiatives. Mentor and quality-assure Bromley Healthcare’s Key Train the Trainers (KTTs) to ensure consistency, competence, and safe delivery. Liaise with equipment providers and loan services to stay updated on new developments and innovations. Work with Quality and Governance leads to ensure policy and training are compliant and evidence-based, and support reviews and amendments as needed. Maintain accurate documentation of training and assessments, and provide leadership and expert advice in all aspects of moving and handling across the organisation.
Working for our organisation
Bromley Healthcare, as a community interest company, offers an extensive array of services ranging from community nursing, including district nursing and health visiting, to specialised nursing care, along with therapy services catering to individuals across various age groups.
Compensation is contingent upon NHS experience and current banding/pay point.
We provide an outstanding benefits package, which includes pension schemes, discounted gym memberships, a cycle-to-work scheme, access to home furnishings and electronics, access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounts at various high street retailers, eligibility for the Blue Light Card, the opportunity to apply for low-interest personal loans, and an excellent lease car scheme. Additionally, we are continuously striving to enhance our employee benefits offerings.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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Plan, deliver, and evaluate Moving and Handling and Trusted Assessor training for staff in clinical and non-clinical roles.
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Provide bespoke, practical training support across multiple settings including classroom, simulation and in the community including patients' homes, clinics, and care homes.
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Maintain oversight of current manual handling legislation and ensure Bromley Healthcare’s training and guidance reflect these standards.
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Support incident investigations involving manual handling concerns and contribute to the development of learning actions.
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Carry out on-site assessments with staff to resolve complex or high-risk moving and handling cases.
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Advise on the use and provision of appropriate manual handling equipment, including hoists, slide sheets, profiling beds, and small aids.
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Work closely with external suppliers and equipment loan stores to stay up to date with innovations and training on new equipment.
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Document training activities, assessments, and evaluations in line with governance requirements.
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Contribute to service improvement and development initiatives related to staff safety and patient outcomes.
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Provide leadership and expert advice in areas related to moving and handling across the organisation.
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Support, mentor, and quality-assure Key Train the Trainers (KTTs) within Bromley Healthcare, ensuring consistency, competence, and best practice across all services.
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Work with Quality and Governance leads to ensure moving and handling policy, training content, and practice are evidence-based, legally compliant, and in line with national and local guidance; contribute to reviews and amendments as needed following incidents, audits, or new guidance.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Registered healthcare professional (e.g. Nurse, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist) with current NMC/HCPC registration
- Recognised Moving and Handling Trainer qualification
- Level 3 Award in Education and Training (or equivalent teaching/training qualification)
Desirable criteria
- Qualified Trusted Assessor or willingness to complete accredited course
- Manual Handling Risk Assessor qualification
- Relevant postgraduate qualification in Health and Safety, Ergonomics or Clinical Education
Training
Essential criteria
- Evidence of recent CPD in moving and handling or related practice
- Willingness to maintain and update training competencies regularly
Desirable criteria
- - Attendance at national conferences or workshops in manual handling, equipment assessment, or community safety
Specific Skills
Essential criteria
- Strong knowledge of manual handling legislation (MHOR 1992, H&S at Work Act, etc.)
- Skilled in assessing risk and advising on complex handling cases, including bariatric care
- Competent in designing and delivering interactive, evidence-based training
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Confident using IT to produce and manage training materials
Desirable criteria
- Familiarity with community equipment services and prescribing processes
- Knowledge of current assistive technology and equipment innovations
Experience
Essential criteria
- Proven post-registration clinical experience
- Experience working in a community or multi-disciplinary healthcare setting
- Proven experience delivering manual handling training or education
- Awareness of or experience recommending minor adaptations and small aids (e.g. chair/bed risers, grab rails, transfer boards) to support patient independence and timely discharge in line with Trusted Assessor principles
- Demonstrated experience with complex patient handling or home adaptations
Desirable criteria
- Prior experience conducting incident investigations or audits related to manual handling
Information Technology
Essential criteria
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and presentation tools
- Able to maintain accurate records and use e-learning or LMS platforms
- Understands confidentiality, data protection, and digital safeguarding
Desirable criteria
- Experience using EMIS, Rio, or similar systems
- Familiarity with incident reporting systems (e.g. Datix / RADAR)
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria
- Role models Bromley Healthcare values and professional standards
- Self-motivated and confident working autonomously across multiple sites
- Strong interpersonal and teamworking skills
- Passionate about improving safety and care outcomes for staff and patients
- Able to balance clinical credibility with training leadership
Desirable criteria
- Experience contributing to or leading service improvement projects
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Daniel Jones
- Job title
- A Director of Workforce Systems and Development
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07849 353125
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