King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

PGMDE Simulation Technician

The closing date is 13 August 2025

Job summary

The post holder will play a pivotal role in providing technical support and co-ordination of simulation training to healthcare providers.

The post holder will also be responsible for providing expert technical and administrative support to ensure the effective delivery of postgraduate education and training as part of the PGMDE team.

Main duties of the job

To provide simulation technical support predominantly on the PRUH site but also across the wider Trust sites, including mobile and ward-based environments. To lead the setup, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of all simulation and clinical skills equipment, including task trainers, high-fidelity manikins, AV/IT systems, and endoscopy equipment. To maintain simulation technology inventory, including serial numbers, service history, and condition reporting. To ensure simulation rooms and equipment are fully operational before each session; participate in equipment installation and software updates as needed.

About us

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Details

Date posted

30 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£35,763 to £43,466 a year Per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

213-CORP-7383580

Job locations

Princess Royal University Hospital

Farnborough Common

Bromley

BR6 8ND


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please also refer to the Job Description for the full duties of the job.

To deliver technical support during in-situ simulation sessions, ward-based training, and mobile simulation programmes. To provide training to faculty and users on simulation equipment usage; ensure familiarity with part-task trainers and maintain their operability. To liaise closely with the Simulation Coordinator, Divisional Leads, Clinical Skills Tutors, and external AV/IT service providers to address technical faults and ensure quick resolution. To line manage the PGMDE Post Foundation Administrator and work with the wider PGMDE team to ensure that all departmental objectives are met.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please also refer to the Job Description for the full duties of the job.

To deliver technical support during in-situ simulation sessions, ward-based training, and mobile simulation programmes. To provide training to faculty and users on simulation equipment usage; ensure familiarity with part-task trainers and maintain their operability. To liaise closely with the Simulation Coordinator, Divisional Leads, Clinical Skills Tutors, and external AV/IT service providers to address technical faults and ensure quick resolution. To line manage the PGMDE Post Foundation Administrator and work with the wider PGMDE team to ensure that all departmental objectives are met.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

  • University Degree or substantial experience of professional or specialist knowledge OR a relevant qualification and substantial experience through extended learning
  • English, Mathematics and a Science GCSE or equivalent

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working within a Higher/Further Education/NHS Environment
  • Experience working with Simulator mannequins or similar technology
  • Proven experience in using Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Databases). Advanced keyboard skills

Desirable

  • Experience of editing/maintaining a website

Skills & Competencies

Essential

  • Audiovisual skills and experience, including filming and editing of procedures for academic/business purposes
  • Ability to work on your own initiative with minimal supervision
Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

  • University Degree or substantial experience of professional or specialist knowledge OR a relevant qualification and substantial experience through extended learning
  • English, Mathematics and a Science GCSE or equivalent

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working within a Higher/Further Education/NHS Environment
  • Experience working with Simulator mannequins or similar technology
  • Proven experience in using Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Databases). Advanced keyboard skills

Desirable

  • Experience of editing/maintaining a website

Skills & Competencies

Essential

  • Audiovisual skills and experience, including filming and editing of procedures for academic/business purposes
  • Ability to work on your own initiative with minimal supervision

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Princess Royal University Hospital

Farnborough Common

Bromley

BR6 8ND


Employer's website

https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Princess Royal University Hospital

Farnborough Common

Bromley

BR6 8ND


Employer's website

https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Medical Education Manager (PRUH Site)

Christine Nurthen

christine.nurthen@nhs.net

01689863818

Details

Date posted

30 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£35,763 to £43,466 a year Per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

213-CORP-7383580

Job locations

Princess Royal University Hospital

Farnborough Common

Bromley

BR6 8ND


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