Clinical Skills Tutor

Manchester University Nhs Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a part-time Clinical Skills Tutor to deliver teaching and assessment in clinical examination and communication skills to undergraduate medical students. The post holder will coordinate early clinical environment visits for Year 1 and 2 students and organise timetables for clinics, theatres and ward placements.

Collaborating with the Undergraduate Medical Education Department in the ERC, you will support high-quality teaching and ensure

Qualifications

• First Degree in nursing/healthcare or equivalent portfolio of evidence.
• Current professional registration.
• Experience of and proficiency in appropriate clinical skills and examination.
• 5 years post registration experience.
• Experience of teaching in a healthcare setting.
• Evidence of involvement in teaching and mentoring learners.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate early clinical environment visits for Year 1 and Year 2 medical students.
• Organise student timetables for clinics, theatres and ward placements.
• Maintain strong working relationships with colleagues across multiple disciplines.
• Work closely with the Undergraduate Medical Education Department in the ERC.
• Support teaching and assessment in clinical examination and communication skills.
• Assist with new learning opportunities and resources integration.

Skills

Clinical examination

Teaching in healthcare

Mentoring learners

Education

First Degree in nursing/healthcare

Current professional registration

5 years post registration experience

Experience of teaching in a healthcare setting

Job description

Job summary

The post holder will be part of the Clinical Skills Tutor team, responsible for delivering teaching and assessment in clinical examination and communication skills to undergraduate medical students based within the Trust, as well as other learners when required.

A key focus of the role will be coordinating early clinical environment visits for Year 1 and Year 2 medical students, ensuring they are well supported during their first exposure to clinical settings. This includes organising student timetables for clinics, theatres, and ward placements, which will require strong working relationships with colleagues across multiple disciplines. The post holder will also work closely with the Undergraduate Medical Education Department in the ERC, which oversees the delivery of high-quality teaching to medical students.

Main duties of the job

The post holder duties will include ensuring:

• Medical students are 'fit for practice' and 'fit for purpose'.
• Medical education supports the Trust's objective of patient safety.
• Students feel adequately prepared for working in the clinical environment.
• Medical students are taught the necessary clinical skills in accordance with the Programme Specification. This involves liaising with associated hospital skills teams and The University of Manchester Medical School
• Assist with other training as required such as communication skills, simulation sessions and manual handling.
• Clinical examinations (CCA's) run smoothly and have full skills team support.
• New learning opportunities and resources are integrated into educational delivery as required.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year.

As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters.

Details

Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: Depending on experience per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 349-COR-8098389-RL4
Closing date: 08 November 2026

Essential qualifications and experience

• First Degree in nursing/healthcare or an equivalent portfolio of evidence
• Current professional registration
• Experience of and proficiency in appropriate clinical skills and examination
• 5 years post registration experience
• Experience of teaching in a healthcare setting
• Evidence of involvement in teaching and mentoring learners

The Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a DBS check.