Medical Training Officer

Job Summary This role provides high-quality, senior-level administrative support to the Medical Education team at Basildon Hospital. It is a varied and rewarding position, playing a key part in supporting the education and development of both postgraduate and undergraduate medical trainees. Key responsibilities include coordinating weekly mandatory teaching programmes, managing applications for clinical placements (including clinical observers, medical careers placements, and elective students), and supporting the wider objectives of the Medical Education department. You will work closely with a range of stakeholders including the Site Director of Medical Education, Specialty Tutors, Undergraduate Sub-Deans, Senior Educators, Clinical Teaching Fellows, as well as colleagues in medical workforce, finance, partner medical schools, Royal Colleges and NHS England East of England (NHS EoE). The team also plays a vital role in supporting the continuous professional development of postgraduate doctors in training. Depending on departmental needs, you may be assigned responsibility for a specific portfolio within Medical Education, with duties tailored accordingly. While many core responsibilities are shared across roles, some tasks may be specific to the level of education (undergraduate or postgraduate) that you are supporting. Main Duties of the Job Communication: Provide administrative support across all areas of the Medical Education Office, including offering cover during periods of absence, and respond to general enquiries in a professional and timely manner, ensuring clear and effective communication with colleagues, trainees and external stakeholders. Analytical and Planning: Share responsibility for the maintenance and regular updating of databases and systems across various medical education portfolios, and support the coordination and planning of teaching programmes, placement schedules and other key activities within the department. Policy and Service Development: Ensure all activities are carried out in line with Trust policies and procedures, and those relevant to the specific area of work. Assist in the design and development of educational programmes in collaboration with Programme Leads and other key staff. About Us Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well-being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation, we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust. Details Date posted: 20 November 2025 Pay scheme: Agenda for change Band: Band 4 Salary: £27,485 a year per annum (Pro Rata for Part Time) Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full-time Reference number: 390-COR-BA-0596-A Job locations: Basildon, Nethermayne, Basildon, SS16 5NL Person Specification Essential GCSE Grade A* to C / Level 4 or above Qualifications: degree, NVQ Level 4, IT qualifications (e.g., ECDL) Advanced IT skills – Word, Excel and Outlook; high‑level administration skills; ability to compile large amounts of data to produce required reports; attention to detail; time‑management skills and ability to prioritise tasks Excellent verbal and written communication skills at all levels; good interpersonal skills to establish and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders Desirable Medical Education experience Experience working in the NHS Skillful communication skills and emotional intelligence 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. Employer Details Employer name: Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Address: Basildon, Nethermayne, Basildon, SS16 5NL Website: https://www.mse.nhs.uk #J-18808-Ljbffr