Assessments coordinator

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Wythenshawe is seeking an Undergraduate Assessments Coordinator to manage Clinical Competency Assessments for medical students. The role involves coordinating examiner recruitment, collaborating with educational partners, and ensuring smooth execution of assessments. Candidates should have strong administrative skills, relevant educational background, and experience in medical education. This is a full-time permanent position with excellent growth opportunities in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years administrative experience.
• Understanding of medical education curriculum.
• Experience of working with medical students.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Assessments Manager to coordinate and deliver assessments.
• Manage administrative functions within assessment processes.
• Collaborate with tutors and staff at partner hospitals.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Ability to prioritise competing tasks

Organisational ability

Advanced keyboard skills

Analytical Skills

Experience of event planning

Education

Educated to A Level/NVQ 3 standard in relevant subject

ECDL or equivalent

Tools

Teams

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Assessments coordinator

The closing date is 21 December 2025

Undergraduate Assessments Coordinator - Undergraduate Medical Education

Location: Education and Research Centre, Wythenshawe Hospital, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT)

We are seeking an enthusiastic and well‑organised Undergraduate Coordinator to join our experienced team within the Undergraduate Medical Education Department at Wythenshawe Hospital.

This pivotal role focuses on supporting the delivery of Clinical Competency Assessments (CCA) for medical students in Years 3‑5. Key responsibilities include coordinating the recruitment of examiners and simulated patients and ensuring the smooth planning and execution of assessments.

Our department supports the medical education of over 400 students across South Manchester and affiliated teaching hospitals. The role involves regular collaboration with tutors and administrative staff at partner hospitals, as well as close communication with the wider Assessment Team across the Manchester sector and the University of Manchester Medical School.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to play a crucial role in the delivery of a high‑quality medical education programme. The successful candidate will be expected to establish and manage effective systems for monitoring and reporting.

For further information, please contact:

Main duties of the job

JOB PURPOSE

The post holder will assist the Assessments Manager to co‑ordinate the planning, organisation, and delivery of all Undergraduate Clinical Competency Assessments (CCA) held at MFT Wythenshawe site for over 400 medical students for years 3, 4 and 5. To undertake any other duties deemed appropriate to the band when requested by Senior Staff.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

The post holder reports on a regular basis to the Assessments Manager who is responsible for overall management of the undergraduate assessment function. However, the post holder has individual responsibility for the administrative functions within the assessment processes. The post holder will also have duties and responsibilities for other areas of work within the department, which are in line with the general duties of the post.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to shape your career.

With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year. Behind every patient cared for are people like you – keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.

At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high‑quality care and exceptional patient outcomes.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.

At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you’re part of something bigger from day one.

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

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As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application especially personal statements and responses to role‑specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Educated to A Level/NVQ 3 standard in a relevant subject or able to demonstrate an equivalent level of knowledge, skills, and experience.
• ECDL or equivalent
• Evidence of further development.

Knowledge

• Excellent working knowledge of Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel
• Understanding of medical education curriculum
• Understanding of confidentiality in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of Trust policies and procedures.

Training and Experience

• Administrative experience of at least 3 years.
• Experience of establishing office systems.
• Previous NHS experience
• Previous experience of working with medical students or in education

Skills, Abilities & Attributes

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to prioritise competing tasks effectively
• Ability to produce work of high quality to tight timescales
• Demonstrable experience of organisational ability
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work with limited supervision
• Flexible approach to cover long examination days.
• Advanced keyboard skills
• Excellent team working skills
• Analytical Skills
• Able to make decisions within the framework of policy
• Experience of event planning

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.

Address

Undergraduate Department - Wythenshawe Hospital

£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum (pro rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

349-COR-7580885-RL4

Job locations

Undergraduate Department - Wythenshawe Hospital