Clinical Skills Tutor

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is seeking a Clinical Skills Tutor to deliver teaching and assessment in clinical examination and communication skills for undergraduate medical students.

You will coordinate early clinical environment visits for Year 1 and Year 2 students, organise timetables for clinics, theatres and ward placements, and work with colleagues across disciplines to support learners in their first clinical exposures.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering clinical teaching and assessment in medical education.
• Experience coordinating clinical environment visits and timetables.
• Ability to liaise with multiple hospital skills teams and universities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure medical students are fit for practice and fit for purpose.
• Support patient safety through medical education delivery.
• Ensure students are adequately prepared for clinical environments.
• Liaise with The University of Manchester Medical School and related hospital skills teams.
• Assist with training such as communication skills, simulation, and manual handling.

Skills

Coordination

Teaching/education

Communication

Organisation

Stakeholder liaison

Job description

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., The post holderduties will includeensuring:

• 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.
  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. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.