Job summary
- Main area
- Learning & Development
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 376-CP-0708
- Employer
- Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Almond Tree Court
- Town
- Doncaster
- Salary
- £32,073 - £39,043 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 11/06/2026 23:59
Employer heading
L&D Facilitator M&H
NHS AfC: Band 5
Job overview
The post holder will, work across Moving & Handling training helping to deliver all M&H training. They will be required at times to offer support to other areas of the learning and Development Training portfolio.
The post holder will support the provision of work placed assessments across the trust.
The post holder will deliver contribute to the development of training in collaboration with the Team Leads, Instructors, Service Users and Subject Matter Experts.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will plan, deliver and evaluate a range of accredited and bespoke training interventions across the Moving & Handling portfolio and wider Learning and Development programmes as required. They will develop training materials, maintain accurate training records, and ensure all interventions meet Trust standards and accreditation requirements. The role includes supporting workplace assessments, progressing towards accreditation with the National Back Exchange and as a workplace assessor, and contributing to the quality assurance of training provision. The post holder will liaise with services to identify training needs, provide guidance to colleagues involved in training delivery, and ensure training environments and equipment are safe and fit for purpose. They will work both autonomously and under the indirect guidance of the Lead L&D Facilitator, supporting the effective delivery of portfolios and contributing to continuous improvement across the Learning and Development function.
Working for our organisation
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Person specification
Experience, Knowledge & Skills
Essential criteria
- Experience delivering or facilitating training sessions or classes, including practical skills delivery.
- Significant experience and knowledge in Moving & Handling practice within a clinical setting.
- Ability to provide advice and guidance to staff and teams to support safe Moving & Handling practice.
- Ability to provide day-to-day line management, including supervision, annual appraisal (PDR) and sickness absence management / attendance in line with policy.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, including ability to explain, demonstrate and provide feedback
- Ability to plan and manage workload around a delivery timetable across multiple sites.
- IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams
Desirable criteria
- Experience of undertaking or contributing to workplace-based Moving & Handling assessments, including applying clinical judgement where required.
- Knowledge of ESR and / or experience using training record systems for data entry and record maintenance.
- Experience contributing to the development and updating of learning materials and / or policies / procedures.
- Experience supporting quality assurance or maintaining external standards / accreditation (where applicable).
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Registered Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist (HCPC registered)
- Evidence of relevant continuing professional development (CPD)
Desirable criteria
- Recognised teaching / facilitation qualification (e.g., PTTLS / AET Level 3).
- Accreditation / qualification relevant to Moving & Handling delivery (e.g., National Back Exchange trainer or evidence of working towards)
Additional Requirements
Essential criteria
- Able to travel independently across the Trust footprint (Rotherham, Doncaster and North Lincolnshire / Scunthorpe) and to approved external venues where required to meet service need
- Able to transport training equipment and resources between venues as required for delivery of training (including moving equipment into and out of training rooms)
- Must be able to meet the Occupational Health assessment requirements for the post, recognising that the role involves practical demonstration, supervised practice and handling training equipment during delivery
- Flexibility to meet service need (including occasional delivery outside normal working hours)
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.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Rachel Benton
- Job title
- Lead Facilitator M&H
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07971084709
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