Job summary
Clinical Skills & Simulation Technician
Department: Clinical skills & simulation department
Band 3
Hours: 37.5 per week all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual to provide technical support for the wide range of clinical skills and simulation training delivered across the organisation.
This role is particularly suitable for someone who is currently undertaking or has recently completed an NHS Simulation Technician Apprenticeship, and who is keen to apply and further develop their skills in a busy, hands-on training environment.
The post-holder will work across our clinical skills facilities, simulation labs, and dental training suite, supporting teaching and simulation activities for medical students, doctors in training, and multidisciplinary teams throughout the hospital.
You will work as part of a rapidly expanding Clinical Skills and Simulation Team, contributing to the increased utilisation of simulation in education, quality improvement, and patient safety. The role is varied and fast-paced, requiring strong organisational abilities, good IT skills, teamwork, and a proactive approach to problem solving and innovation.
Comprehensive training and ongoing support will be provided to ensure you feel confident in all aspects of the role. The post-holder will be mentored by a senior technician.
Interview date: 05.03.2026
We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role
Main duties of the job
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To provide both clinical and specialist technical support relating to educational technology including SimMan and clinical skills resources.
The post holder is required to assist in the effective and efficient delivery of technical and administrative support to the simulation faculty.
About us
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.
Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards - and the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
CommunicationThe post holder will be expected to:Effectively communicate with a range of individuals, groups and gradesboth internally and externally depending on need.Ensure the confidentiality of any information that they come into contactwith during the course of their employment within the Trust and to comply with any Data Protection and Information Governance policies in place.To communicate with health professionals in training while delivering and acting in clinical scenarios or simulation training in general.Support the resolution to technical barriers to training and help to develop new and innovative ideas.
Equipment and resourcesUnderstand how the service equipment works, including the Laerdal highfidelity manikins with SimPads and the medical devices used in trainingwhich includes observation machines and Lifepak 20 defibrillators.
Ensure these are maintained appropriately and serviced according to Trust and manufacturers guidelines.
Have knowledge of dental equipment in order to prepare phantom headsand instruments at each workstation prior to teaching sessions takingplace. Act as Dental Technician to facilitate hands on dental teachingsessions. This includes the cleaning and preparation of the phantomheads and liaising with Health Education Thames Valley to orderequipment.
Information analysisAnalyse and manage data from training, including feedback from sessionsand supporting the gathering of data for research and the implementation of new training programmes. This needs to be accurate and recorded appropriately and in a consistent manner.
Planning and OrganisationOrganise time effectively and prioritise work based on unpredictable andconflicting demands, led by the Band 4 Simulation technician.Ensure all consumable equipment is monitored, recorded and ordered in a timely fashion.Be responsible for the organisation of the training equipment utilised in the simulation and skills teaching sessions.Engage with key simulation personnel involved in technology andresearch.
Please refer to the job description for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
CommunicationThe post holder will be expected to:Effectively communicate with a range of individuals, groups and gradesboth internally and externally depending on need.Ensure the confidentiality of any information that they come into contactwith during the course of their employment within the Trust and to comply with any Data Protection and Information Governance policies in place.To communicate with health professionals in training while delivering and acting in clinical scenarios or simulation training in general.Support the resolution to technical barriers to training and help to develop new and innovative ideas.
Equipment and resourcesUnderstand how the service equipment works, including the Laerdal highfidelity manikins with SimPads and the medical devices used in trainingwhich includes observation machines and Lifepak 20 defibrillators.
Ensure these are maintained appropriately and serviced according to Trust and manufacturers guidelines.
Have knowledge of dental equipment in order to prepare phantom headsand instruments at each workstation prior to teaching sessions takingplace. Act as Dental Technician to facilitate hands on dental teachingsessions. This includes the cleaning and preparation of the phantomheads and liaising with Health Education Thames Valley to orderequipment.
Information analysisAnalyse and manage data from training, including feedback from sessionsand supporting the gathering of data for research and the implementation of new training programmes. This needs to be accurate and recorded appropriately and in a consistent manner.
Planning and OrganisationOrganise time effectively and prioritise work based on unpredictable andconflicting demands, led by the Band 4 Simulation technician.Ensure all consumable equipment is monitored, recorded and ordered in a timely fashion.Be responsible for the organisation of the training equipment utilised in the simulation and skills teaching sessions.Engage with key simulation personnel involved in technology andresearch.
Please refer to the job description for further details.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- 4 GSCE's or equivalent to include Maths and English
- IT experience using Windows, PowerPoint and Excel
- Completed or in progress: NHS Apprenticeship simulation technician course.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Anatomy and physiology
- GCSE Biology or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Apprentice Simulation Technician or IT technician (ideally in a clinical setting)
Desirable
- Clinical experience - HCA or equivalent
- Training experience
Skills
Essential
- The moving of and setting up of equipment for practical training and educational activities, both in the academic centre, and the clinical wards and departments.
- Competence in use of Microsoft packages
- Ability to troubleshoot audio visual equipment
- Excellent organizational skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team providing support for colleagues where required
- Troubleshoot IT equipment in training environment
- Able to translate technical language for non-technical users
Personal and people development
Essential
- Ability to work independently and solve problems
- Enthusiastic approach to work
- Ability to stay calm and resolve issues quickly while under pressure and be prepared with alternative solutions
Desirable
- To be able to work flexibly to cover for colleagues.
Communication
Essential
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
- Ability to raise issues when required
Specific requirements
Essential
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- 4 GSCE's or equivalent to include Maths and English
- IT experience using Windows, PowerPoint and Excel
- Completed or in progress: NHS Apprenticeship simulation technician course.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Anatomy and physiology
- GCSE Biology or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Apprentice Simulation Technician or IT technician (ideally in a clinical setting)
Desirable
- Clinical experience - HCA or equivalent
- Training experience
Skills
Essential
- The moving of and setting up of equipment for practical training and educational activities, both in the academic centre, and the clinical wards and departments.
- Competence in use of Microsoft packages
- Ability to troubleshoot audio visual equipment
- Excellent organizational skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team providing support for colleagues where required
- Troubleshoot IT equipment in training environment
- Able to translate technical language for non-technical users
Personal and people development
Essential
- Ability to work independently and solve problems
- Enthusiastic approach to work
- Ability to stay calm and resolve issues quickly while under pressure and be prepared with alternative solutions
Desirable
- To be able to work flexibly to cover for colleagues.
Communication
Essential
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
- Ability to raise issues when required
Specific requirements
Essential
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
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.
