Block Administrator – University of Buckingham Medical School

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

A progressive healthcare institution in Milton Keynes seeks a part-time Block Administrator for the University of Buckingham Medical School. The role involves supporting the planning and administration of clinical placements, requiring strong organisational skills and previous NHS experience. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, capable of working flexibly, and possess excellent communication skills. Join a dedicated team at an innovative hospital committed to enhancing education and patient care.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an NHS environment.
• Experience of working in higher education.
• Knowledge of medical education.
• Minute Taking.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organise UBMS undergraduate medical students' clinical placements.
• Negotiate with doctors, nurses for formal and bedside teaching.
• Organise booking of rooms and set up equipment.
• Administer and monitor evaluation processes.

Skills

Ability to work within a fast-paced environment

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to plan and organise time

Calm and organized under pressure

Team Player

Education

GCSE English/Maths Grade C or above

Qualification in Business Administration through NVQ3 or equivalent

Qualification in Microsoft Office Packages

Job description

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Block Administrator – University of Buckingham Medical School

The closing date is 02 October 2025

Block Administrator - University of Buckingham Medical School

Department Medical Education, Workforce Directorate

Hours: 22.5 hours per week worked flexibly across Monday to Friday as required by the needs of the service.

All MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

The Medical School team have an exciting opportunity for a Band 4 Block Administrator for 22.5 hours per week to join them. We are looking for a competent and enthusiastic administrator, with a track record of high-quality attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously and as part of the team. Previous experience of working in the NHS is essential. You will need to be competent in MS IT packages.

If you are motivated, professional and hard working then we want to hear from you.

Please note that we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.

Interview 16 October 2025

Main duties of the job

To support the Director of Medical Education/Associate Director of Clinical Studies UBMS/Deputy Phase 2 Lead and the Medical Education Manager in the creation and administration of clinical placements for undergraduate medical students from the University of Buckingham Medical School (UBMS), in the arranging of teaching which is required by the Buckingham Medical School curricula or requested by undergraduate medical students, in the pastoral care of all undergraduate medical students during their time with Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

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.

Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards - and the recently approved Women and Children\'s Centre, set to open by 2030.

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Job responsibilities

To assist with the planning and organisation of UBMS undergraduate medical students clinical placements and to draw up timetables and/or a programme of placements.

To assist in identifying and negotiating with doctors, nurses and other hospital staff to arrange formal and bedside teaching sessions, which are required for UBMS medical students.

To help organise the booking and arranging of rooms and for setting up equipment.

To administer and monitor the evaluation processes for such teaching. To provide pastoral support to students as and when required.

Please refer to the Job Description for further details.

Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

• GCSE English/Maths Grade C or above
• Qualification in Business Administration acquired through NVQ3 or equivalent experience
• Willing to participate in on-the-job training
• Qualification in Microsoft Office Packages

Experience

• Previous experience in an NHS environment
• Minute Taking
• Experience of working in higher education
• Knowledge of medical education

Skills

• Ability to work within a fast paced and changeable environment
• Able to plan and organise own time to ensure work is done on time
• Ability to recognize when escalation to someone more senior is necessary

Personal and people development

• Calm and organized under pressure
• Flexible approach to working hours and duties
• Interest in self-development
• Team Player
• Smart appearance

Communication

• Ability to provide and receive complex information,
• Ability to show empathy and give reassurance to medical students
• Ability to communicate with people at all levels
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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.

Employer name

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University of Buckingham Med School (Dept)

£27,485 to £30,162 a yearPer annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

430-CORP25-185A

Job locations

University of Buckingham Med School (Dept)