Resuscitation and Simulation Practitioner

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks a Band 6 professional for the Resuscitation and Simulation Department. This full-time role involves delivering life support training at varying levels, contributing to clinical effectiveness, and participating in emergency response teams. With opportunities for professional development and working in a collaborative environment, candidates should be enthusiastic and hold qualifications in resuscitation training. The deadline for applications is January 14, 2026.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive employer committed to diversity

Access to advanced healthcare systems

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering resuscitation training.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Confident and flexible in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver resuscitation training at all levels to Trust staff.
• Support the resuscitation team across multiple sites.
• Participate in cardiac arrest response efforts.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Excellent organisational skills

Strong communication

Teaching skills

Education

Adult Resuscitation Practitioner or equivalent experience

Qualified in Basic Life Support and Advanced Life Support

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 role within the Resuscitation and Simulation Department. This is a cross site post, working across multiple acute hospital sites and satellite units as part of the wider team working across Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. This is a full-time post.

The role will provide an opportunity for motivated and enthusiastic healthcare professionals with an interest in resuscitation to gain valuable experience working across a wide variety of services and alongside staff from all disciplines.

You will be working alongside Resuscitation Practitioners and members of the support team, comprising technicians and course coordinators, supporting the Resuscitation Service Team Lead to provide a comprehensive and cohesive resuscitation service for the Trust.

As a member of the team, you will be providing resuscitation training to all grades of staff and professions, from basic to advanced life support as qualified and required. As a professional role model you will provide direct and indirect clinical care, ensuring the needs of the patient are central to service delivery. You will monitor and improve standards of care through supervision of practice, clinical audit, evidence based practice, teaching and supporting professional colleagues and the provision of skilled professional leadership. You will actively contribute to the clinical effectiveness processes within the service.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver resuscitation training at all levels to Trust staff and some external candidates.
• Participate in the collection & collation of data for national & local audits, presenting this information as required at the appropriate forums.
• Participate in the cardiac arrest/emergency team response when available, providing clinical expertise, support & being an expert resource.
• Support the wider resuscitation team and the range of services it provides across multiple sites.
• Contribute to clinical effectiveness processes.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, highly motivated, confident, flexible and demonstrate excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Adult Resuscitation Practitioner or equivalent role experience.
• Qualified in Basic Life Support and advanced life support.
• Experience in resuscitation training delivery.
• Strong communication and teaching skills.

Benefits & Working life

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.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. 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 for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

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Contact information

This advert closes on Wednesday 14 Jan 2026