Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Manual Handling and Ergonomics Trainer

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Department Staff Health & Wellbeing
Band 6
£39,959 - £48,117 Per annum, pro rata
Hours
15hrs, 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 and develop your skills? Are you passionate about delivering high-quality Manual Handling training in line with the NHS Skills Framework and legislative requirements? If so, this role is perfect for you!
About the Role
The Manual Handling and Ergonomics Trainer plays a crucial role in promoting the safety, occupational health and wellbeing in MKUH. They are 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
- Delivering engaging and informative training, bespoke sessions
- Conducting training needs analysis
- Providing ongoing support to staff to minimize the risk of injuries related to manual handling of patients and loads
About MKUH
MKUH is seeking to recruit a dedicated Manual Handling and Ergonomics Trainer, to support the Manual Handling and Ergonomics Advisor with the co-ordination, provision and delivery of an effective high-quality Manual Handling training service ensuring compliance with the relevant current best practice standards and legislation.
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- Leading manual handling training initiatives
- Ensuring colleagues are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform manual handling tasks safely and effectively
- Delivering engaging and informative training, bespoke sessions
- Conducting training needs analysis
- Providing ongoing support to staff to minimize the risk of injuries related to manual handling of patients and loads
About Us
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a “Good” rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
As a medium-sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025, we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. We have just opened the Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards.


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Application Information
Interview
17 September 2026
Core Values
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Support for Employees
'They feel supported in their employers making reasonable adjustments to help them carry out their work, rating an 82.9%.'
'NHS Staff Survey 2024'
Requirements
The role requires an enthusiastic, confident trainer with a sound knowledge of patient handling practices and equipment to ensure that MKUH meets its statutory and legal obligation with regards to manual handling practice.
The Manual Handling and Ergonomics Trainer works in the Staff Health & Wellbeing department and oversees and ensures Trust regulatory and good practice compliance so far as is reasonably practicable.
Contact Information
For further details/informal visits, contact:
Name: Adekunle Solaru
Job Title: Manual Handling Advisor
Email Address: Adekunle.Solaru@mkuh.nhs.uk
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