Manual Handling Specialist

4 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust Full time
Job Summary

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a highly skilled Manual Handling Advisor to join our Patient Safety and Risk Department. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Senior Manual Handling Advisor and providing expert guidance on manual handling practices across the Trust.

Main Responsibilities
  • Deliver robust, fit-for-purpose manual handling training to staff across the Trust, ensuring compliance with industry best practices and legislative requirements.
  • Develop and implement manual handling standards based on legislative documentation, working closely with the Health and Safety team and other stakeholders.
  • Provide expert advice and support to managers and staff on manual handling issues, including patient handling and the handling of inanimate loads and objects.
  • Conduct thorough incident investigations, identifying root causes and recommending remedial actions to prevent recurrence and improve safety performance.
  • Produce policies, procedures, and communications to assist Trust management and staff in complying with Health and Safety legislation and best practice.
About Us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is committed to providing World Class Care to our patients, staff, and colleagues. As a Manual Handling Advisor, you will be part of a team that values safety, respect, and compassion. You will work closely with colleagues from the Health and Safety, Risk, Patient Safety, Legal, and Datix teams to ensure that our manual handling practices are safe, effective, and compliant with industry standards.

Person Specification
  • Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values.
  • A relevant professional qualification, such as Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, nursing, or other discipline with suitable relevant experience.
  • Postgraduate qualification in manual handling.
  • NVQ/QCA level 4 teaching qualification (CTTLS).
  • Substantial experience of delivering manual/patient handling training to a range of audiences, preferably in an acute NHS environment.
  • Commitment to personal learning and development.
  • Thorough working knowledge of current manual handling risk management and associated legislation in relation to NHS environments.


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