Objectives of the role The post holder will act as the Trusts competent person with regard to manual, people handling and ergonomics training. You will as appropriate support and deputies for the Trusts Manual Handling and Ergonomics Advisor assisting them to ensure the Trust meets its legal duties in relation to manual handing and ergonomics systems and process through delivery of manual handling and display screen equipment training, policies and procedures. The post holder will be responsible for conducting all training activities related to manual handling, ensuring employees are compliant with statutory/mandatory requirements and that adequate training needs analysis, they will be responsible for the development and implementation of bespoke training solutions and oversee the take-up by staff where mandated for their role. The post holder is responsible for gathering information and feeding back to the Trust Manual Handling and Ergonomics Advisor and Head of Staff Health & Wellbeing to ensure that policies and procedures evolve and are relevant/appropriate. To be the Trusts recognised competent person on matters relating to manual handling and ergonomics (clinical and non-clinical) training, demonstrating a working knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, subject knowledge and professional issues pertinent to the role of working within the limits of own competence. To assist and deputise (as appropriate) for the TrustManual Handling and Ergonomics Advisor on delivery and implementation of policies and procedures in relation to manual handling and ergonomics including the Manual Handling & DSE Policies respectively, ensuring these are up to date with current legislation and practice, periodically reviewed and audited and monitored for effectiveness. Management To assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures in accordance with manual handling & DSE legislation, codes of practice and Trust standards. To deputise for the Trust Manual Handling and Ergonomics Advisor and as appropriate attend and provide reports which include analytical date to the Health and Safety Committee, Workforce Board, and other relevant committees. Professional The post holder will be the designated lead for moving and handling and ergonomic training for the Trust. Actively seek relevant theoretical knowledge and demonstrate researched based practice. Communication Produce written communication including reports and policy documents, documents. Escalate any concerns and issues in relation to manual handling & DSE to the Trust Manual Handling and Ergonomics Advisor. Please refer to Job Description for further details MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We promote an inclusive workforce and encourage applications from applicants from all backgrounds. We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology. By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers. Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.