Recovery Practitioner | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Manchester is seeking a registered senior practitioner for the Paediatric Recovery team. This role includes supporting team leaders, mentoring junior staff, and coordinating theatre lists in a 24/7 emergency centre. The ideal candidate will have experience in paediatrics and a commitment to staff wellbeing. Competitive benefits and a supportive work environment are provided.

Benefits

Robust infrastructure

Culture of inclusion

Research initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in paediatrics and major trauma.
• Ability to mentor and support junior staff.
• Commitment to staff wellbeing and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support band 7 team leaders in children’s theatres.
• Coordinate recovery/theatre lists to run smoothly and safely.
• Lead IQP ideas and audits, communicating changes.

Skills

Mentoring junior staff

Strong organisational skills

Audit experience

Education

Registered senior practitioner qualification

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic, innovative registered senior practitioner to expand our Paediatric Recovery team at RMCH. This role covers paediatrics and a diverse range of specialties within our 10‑theatre, 24/7 emergency centre and partner services including high‑energy proton beam therapy.

Responsibilities

• Support band 7 team leaders in children’s theatres.
• Mentor junior staff, ensuring learning needs are met and wellbeing supported.
• Coordinate recovery/theatre lists to run smoothly and safely.
• Lead IQP ideas and audits, communicating changes within the team.
• Promote staff wellbeing by completing annual appraisals and celebrating successes.
• Be proactive in finding cost‑saving ideas and implementing positive change.
• Adapt flexibly within the role and model a positive attitude for all colleagues.

Qualifications

• Registered senior practitioner with experience in paediatrics and major trauma.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and support junior staff.
• Strong organisational and audit experience.
• Commitment to staff wellbeing and continuous improvement.

Diversity & Inclusion

MFT is committed to equality, celebrating diversity and eliminating unlawful discrimination across our workforce. 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. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at [e-mail].

Benefits

MFT offers a robust infrastructure with a digitally enabled organisation, research and green plan initiatives, and a culture of inclusion and belonging. Read the supporting documents for detailed benefits information.