Medical Examiner Officer
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North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (WHH) Medical Examiner Officer
The closing date is 20 November 2026
Job summary
We are seeking to appoint a Medical Examiner Officer to support the Medical Examiners and Lead Medical Examiner Officer in their role in scrutinising the circumstances and causes of death.
Main duties of the job
To support Medical Examiners and Lead Medical Examiner Officer in their role in scrutinising the circumstances and causes of death.
To be a point of contact and source of advice for relatives of deceased patients, healthcare professionals and coroner and registration services.
To support the Deputy Lead Medical Examiner Officer in providing support and day to day management of the Medical Examiner Service.
About us
Our mission, vision and values are at the heart of North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (NCM). They underpin everything we do and everything we aspire to be as an organisation
Our mission is to be exceptional for our patients, our communities and each other
Our vision is to be a great organisation providing excellent healthcare and opportunities to work and learn
Our approach to healthcare is founded on our four core values:
Kind - we are caring, supporting and respectful to everyone
Open - we are honest, transparent and open to new ways of working
Fair - we listen, value our differences and are inclusive to all
One team - we work well together and with our communities
We employ almost 6,500 people from more than 80 nationalities and are fully committed to being an equal, diverse and inclusive employer. Our culture and values ensure that everyone is treated with dignity and respect, and that no job applicant or employee is disadvantaged at any stage of their journey.
We are also proud to be an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists and families.
Working at NCM means becoming part of a dedicated team of clinical and support staff who are passionate about keeping people well and supporting wellbeing. If you share our values and are motivated by making a difference for our patients, we'd be delighted to receive your application
Details
Date posted
06 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year Per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
370-ADM5MEL-2620
Job locations
Warrington
Lovely Lane
Warrington
WA5 1QG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support Medical Examiners and Lead Medical Examiner Officer in their role in scrutinising the circumstances and causes of death.To be a point of contact and source of advice for relatives of deceased patients, healthcare professionals and coroner and registration services.
FULL JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support Medical Examiners and Lead Medical Examiner Officer in their role in scrutinising the circumstances and causes of death.To be a point of contact and source of advice for relatives of deceased patients, healthcare professionals and coroner and registration services.
FULL JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience within a Medical Examiners Office
- Working with Bereaved Relatives
- Experience of Coronial Services
Desirable
- Completed Medical Examiner Training
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Medical Examiner Legislation
- Knowledge of Registration Legislation
- Knowledge of Coronial Processes
Desirable
- Knowledge of Medical Examiner Processes
Clinical Literacy
Essential
- Understanding of Medical Terminology
- Identify Relevant Details for a Medical Examiner
- Competence in secure digital record-keeping
Desirable
- Understanding of Medical Terminology
Communication and Empathy
Essential
- Strong interpersonal skills to support bereaved families sensitively, explain processes, and answer questions during emotional situations
- Resilience with Emotional Situations
- Compassionate Communication via varied methods
Desirable
- Compassionate Communication via varied methods
Experience
Essential
- Experience within a Medical Examiners Office
- Working with Bereaved Relatives
- Experience of Coronial Services
Desirable
- Completed Medical Examiner Training
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Medical Examiner Legislation
- Knowledge of Registration Legislation
- Knowledge of Coronial Processes
Desirable
- Knowledge of Medical Examiner Processes
Clinical Literacy
Essential
- Understanding of Medical Terminology
- Identify Relevant Details for a Medical Examiner
- Competence in secure digital record-keeping
Desirable
- Understanding of Medical Terminology
Communication and Empathy
Essential
- Strong interpersonal skills to support bereaved families sensitively, explain processes, and answer questions during emotional situations
- Resilience with Emotional Situations
- Compassionate Communication via varied methods
Desirable
- Compassionate Communication via varied methods
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).
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).
Employer details
Employer name
North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (WHH)
Address
Warrington
Lovely Lane
Warrington
WA5 1QG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://northcheshireandmersey.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (WHH)
Address
Warrington
Lovely Lane
Warrington
WA5 1QG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://northcheshireandmersey.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Lead Medical Examiner Officer
Rebecca Tunstall Burgess
01925665087
Details
Date posted
06 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year Per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
370-ADM5MEL-2620
Job locations
Warrington
Lovely Lane
Warrington
WA5 1QG
United Kingdom
Supporting documents
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North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (WHH)'s privacy notice (opens in a new tab)
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