North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust

Apprentice Simulation Technician

The closing date is 05 January 2026

Job summary

This is a progression role to a band 4 on completion of all core competencies and simulation apprenticeship .The purpose of this role is to support the Simulation lecturers and be responsible for technical aspects of any simulation training courses that take place in situ within University Hospitals Tees (UHT).

Main duties of the job

To co-ordinate the use with the maintenance of all simulation training equipment within the Trust. The post holder will act as a professional resource for all members of the hospital team and act a key resource for simulation training. The post holder will be responsible for maintaining an asset register of all simulation equipment. The post holder will maintain high standards of simulation training through audit and act on any issues identified. The post holder will be expected to work with training faculty across the Trust and regionally to provide simulation training which will be used to support improvements in the delivery of patient care by skilling staff in the training environment. Professional registration with The Science Council or equivalent is required if not already obtained.

About us

At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones. We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.

We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition - a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards.

We support the Making Every Contact Count approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.

We recruit for values and "Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool"

Details

Date posted

23 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £30,162 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

345-COR7644881

Job locations

University Hospital of North Tees

Hardwick Road

Stockton-on-Tees

TS19 8PE


Job description

Job responsibilities

Be responsible for managing and prioritising own work load and maintaining accurate records. Has the ability to analyse and interpret a range of clinical and technical information. Ensure the simulation suite provides a supportive environment. The post holder will manage their own workload. The post holder is responsible for maintaining an up to date asset register, an up to date service and cleaning log of all simulation equipment. The post holder will facilitate training programmes in the preparation, setting up of the simulation equipment, the room, computer programming of simulation scenarios and the use of high-teh audio-visual equipment (SMOTS) both in the simulation suite and in clinical areas. To assist simulation faculty in running of of scenarios by running the software control programme and use evaluation as a guide to develop simulation training.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Be responsible for managing and prioritising own work load and maintaining accurate records. Has the ability to analyse and interpret a range of clinical and technical information. Ensure the simulation suite provides a supportive environment. The post holder will manage their own workload. The post holder is responsible for maintaining an up to date asset register, an up to date service and cleaning log of all simulation equipment. The post holder will facilitate training programmes in the preparation, setting up of the simulation equipment, the room, computer programming of simulation scenarios and the use of high-teh audio-visual equipment (SMOTS) both in the simulation suite and in clinical areas. To assist simulation faculty in running of of scenarios by running the software control programme and use evaluation as a guide to develop simulation training.

Person Specification

essential and desirable

Essential

  • A recognised technical qualification
  • Experience of working in an educational setting
  • Expertise in using enhanced technology
  • Expertise and experience in IM&T related to simulation or willingness to undertake training
  • Experience of trouble shooting skills
  • Valid UK driving licence

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a clinical setting
  • Experience of working in a simulation/learning environment
Person Specification

essential and desirable

Essential

  • A recognised technical qualification
  • Experience of working in an educational setting
  • Expertise in using enhanced technology
  • Expertise and experience in IM&T related to simulation or willingness to undertake training
  • Experience of trouble shooting skills
  • Valid UK driving licence

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a clinical setting
  • Experience of working in a simulation/learning environment

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

North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospital of North Tees

Hardwick Road

Stockton-on-Tees

TS19 8PE


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospital of North Tees

Hardwick Road

Stockton-on-Tees

TS19 8PE


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Resuscitation and Simulation Lead

Cheryl Camilleri

cheryl.camilleri@nhs.net

01642624085

Details

Date posted

23 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £30,162 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

345-COR7644881

Job locations

University Hospital of North Tees

Hardwick Road

Stockton-on-Tees

TS19 8PE


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