Moving and Handling Advisor
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University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Moving and Handling Advisor
The closing date is 19 November 2026
Job summary
Join a friendly, forward-thinking team where your expertise will directly improve staff and patient safety across the Trust. In this rewarding role, you'll shape and deliver engaging, evidence-based moving and handling training that empowers colleagues, reduces risk, and promotes a strong culture of safety and wellbeing.
You'll work with a supportive network of professionals, combining hands-on teaching with expert advice to address complex needs and drive best practice. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is passionate about education, confident working both independently and collaboratively, and motivated to make a real impact.
If you're looking to grow your skills, influence positive change, and be part of a team that values continuous development and high standards, this role offers the perfect next step in your career.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties:
Delivering gold standard people moving and handling training in line with current legislation, national guidance and Trust policy Enabling staff through practical and theoretical education to reduce the risk of musculoskeletal injury. Supporting the promotion of a positive health and safety culture and contributing to wider education initiatives. Active participation in regular continuous professional development with the team. Development and delivery of mandatory and specialist bespoke training sessions and training needs analysis. High quality advice and support relating to manual handling/ergonomic challenges that may present. Contributing to audit and evaluation of manual handling practices across the Trust.
You should have a sound knowledge of current manual handling legislation, experience in delivering training within a healthcare setting, and the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your skills within a supportive environment, helping to ensure high standards of staff and patient safety across the organisation.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Details
Date posted
05 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£47,951 to £56,863 a year Per annum inclusive of HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
309-UCLH-8397143-A
Job locations
University College London Hospitals
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- oComprehensive and current knowledge of manual handling risk management, assessment and practical application
- oGood knowledge of safer people moving and handling techniques
- oUnderstanding of health professional education programmes, theory and practice, particularly in relation to adult learners, reflective learning and commitment to educational quality
- oKnowledge and understanding of current relevant NHS policies and factors that may influence change
- oWorking knowledge of clinical skills teaching equipment and aids
- oRN, AHP or healthcare BSc or equivalent qualification / training and experience
- oRecognised teaching or training e.g., PTTLs qualification or demonstrates equivalent highly specialist knowledge, skills and formal teaching experience
- oCurrent registration with a related professional body such as NMC, HPCP or similar
Desirable
- oPost Graduate qualification in Ergonomics / Human Factors or working towards this
Experience
Essential
- oClinical practical experience in healthcare setting
- oClinical Moving and handling experience e.g., in acute, inpatient, outpatient settings; assisting with repositioning, transferring and mobilising
- oClinical experience working autonomously within the specialist area delivering effective patient focused care
- oTeaching experience within a range of settings e.g., formal / informal, individuals / small / large groups, multidisciplinary, clinical / non-clinical environments, face to face / remotely.
- oPractical experience conducting educational audits, evaluation or research
- oPractical experience of leading and facilitating change and improvement.
- oExperience of developing and implementing new systems and procedures.
Desirable
- oExperience in committee work related to moving and handling or similar.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- oEvidence of teaching and facilitation skills
- oRoutinely applies evidence-based research to educational practice across a range of settings e.g., auditing, management of risk.
- oProven ability to design, deliver and evaluate training interventions across a range of settings in line with educational principles
- oAble to provide support/feedback to a range of learners
- oExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including negotiation, with proven ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and staff at all levels
- oProficient in using MS (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams) and web-based applications
- oEffective organisation and time management skills and ability to work to agreed deadlines
- oProven ability to work autonomously; proactive, enthusiastic, and self-motivated
- oProven ability to work effectively as part of a team and achieve results through others
- oAble to think creatively, innovate and problem-solve utilising available resources
- oAble to analyse, integrate, interpret, and present complex or contentious information from a range of sources to produce written reports, undertake presentations and to inform decision-making
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- oComprehensive and current knowledge of manual handling risk management, assessment and practical application
- oGood knowledge of safer people moving and handling techniques
- oUnderstanding of health professional education programmes, theory and practice, particularly in relation to adult learners, reflective learning and commitment to educational quality
- oKnowledge and understanding of current relevant NHS policies and factors that may influence change
- oWorking knowledge of clinical skills teaching equipment and aids
- oRN, AHP or healthcare BSc or equivalent qualification / training and experience
- oRecognised teaching or training e.g., PTTLs qualification or demonstrates equivalent highly specialist knowledge, skills and formal teaching experience
- oCurrent registration with a related professional body such as NMC, HPCP or similar
Desirable
- oPost Graduate qualification in Ergonomics / Human Factors or working towards this
Experience
Essential
- oClinical practical experience in healthcare setting
- oClinical Moving and handling experience e.g., in acute, inpatient, outpatient settings; assisting with repositioning, transferring and mobilising
- oClinical experience working autonomously within the specialist area delivering effective patient focused care
- oTeaching experience within a range of settings e.g., formal / informal, individuals / small / large groups, multidisciplinary, clinical / non-clinical environments, face to face / remotely.
- oPractical experience conducting educational audits, evaluation or research
- oPractical experience of leading and facilitating change and improvement.
- oExperience of developing and implementing new systems and procedures.
Desirable
- oExperience in committee work related to moving and handling or similar.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- oEvidence of teaching and facilitation skills
- oRoutinely applies evidence-based research to educational practice across a range of settings e.g., auditing, management of risk.
- oProven ability to design, deliver and evaluate training interventions across a range of settings in line with educational principles
- oAble to provide support/feedback to a range of learners
- oExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including negotiation, with proven ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and staff at all levels
- oProficient in using MS (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams) and web-based applications
- oEffective organisation and time management skills and ability to work to agreed deadlines
- oProven ability to work autonomously; proactive, enthusiastic, and self-motivated
- oProven ability to work effectively as part of a team and achieve results through others
- oAble to think creatively, innovate and problem-solve utilising available resources
- oAble to analyse, integrate, interpret, and present complex or contentious information from a range of sources to produce written reports, undertake presentations and to inform decision-making
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospitals
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospitals
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Ergonomics Lead
Liza Payter
Details
Date posted
05 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£47,951 to £56,863 a year Per annum inclusive of HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
309-UCLH-8397143-A
Job locations
University College London Hospitals
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
United Kingdom
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