Lead Clinical Skills Tutor

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Manchester seeks a Lead Clinical Skills Tutor to guide a team of Clinical Skills Tutors in teaching and assessing undergraduate medical students. Responsibilities include ensuring students are 'fit for practice', enhancing the teaching program, and managing clinical examinations. Candidates should possess a First Degree in nursing/healthcare, relevant teaching qualifications, and significant experience in education and clinical training. This role offers a salary of £47,810 to £54,710 per annum, pro rata.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and management capabilities.
• Experience in teaching and clinical settings is essential.
• Post Graduate Certificate in Education or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team of Clinical Skills Tutors.
• Ensure medical students are 'fit for practice'.
• Plan and deliver teaching for the MBChB programme.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Teaching experience

Clinical knowledge

Mentoring skills

Education

First Degree in nursing/healthcare or equivalent

Current professional registration

Post Graduate Certificate in Education

Job description

Lead Clinical Skills Tutor

The closing date is 29 December 2025

The post holder will lead the team of Clinical Skills Tutors who provide teaching and assessment in clinical, examination and communication skills to undergraduate medical students based within the Trust and other students and staff as required.

The role will involve leading the Skills team to ensure effective and progressive delivery of the teaching programme, planning and direct tuition of students studying on the Manchester University MBChB programme as well as assessment. The post holder will assist with the local arrangements for the organisation of the clinical exams and act as examiner or assessor of medical students as the need arises.

Main duties of the job

The purpose of the role is to assist in ensuring:

• Medical students are 'fit for practice'.
• 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. 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.

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.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

• First Degree in nursing/healthcare or an equivalent portfolio of evidence
• Current professional registration
• Post basic qualification in the specialty
• Post Graduate Certificate in Education, PGCE/730 Certificate
• ALS or ILS Instructor
• ENB 998 or equivalent teaching qualification

Experience

• Well‑developed organisational skills.
• Experience of, and proficiency in, a wide range of communication skills.
• Evidence of professional/ clinical knowledge in area, supplemented by specialist clinical training and CPD.
• Experience of handling sensitive information.
• Experience of teaching in a healthcare setting.
• Evidence of good organisational and planning skills.
• Evidence of involvement in teaching and mentoring Learners.
• Management experience including line management and team management.
• Experience of assessing performance.
• Experience of working with mannequins.
• Experience of teaching communication skills.
• Experience of working in a skills unit.

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.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum, pro rata