Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Postgraduate Medical Education Administrator

The closing date is 24 April 2026

Job summary

The LED Administrator will work closely with the Postgraduate Medical Education (PGME) team within the Student, Trainee and Placement Support Department They will be responsible for the organisation and delivery of teaching programmes and training events for locally employed doctors, as well as international medical graduates working within the Trust. They will work closely with the Associate Director of Medical Education to ensure all training requirements are met.

The post holder must possess excellent organisational ability, be flexible and able to exhibit initiative in resolving problems when they arise, along with a consistently highly professional approach.

Main duties of the job

The LED Administrator will be required to support with arrangements for Induction events, including setting up online sessions, booking Tutors, equipment, rooms etc. as required. The role will be a vital part of the team and will be required to support events and provide administrative assistance to the team. They will work closely with the PGME team, along with other Departments within the Workforce and Education Directorate.

About us

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the biggest trusts in the North West. We provide many specialist services anddeliver award-winning teaching and development programmes, lead national and international clinical trials and research studies, and always give excellent care with compassion. When joining our friendly and dedicated team, you will have an unparalleled opportunity to learn, grow and flourish in a supportive and innovative environment, and work with some of the UK's leading healthcare experts.

Details

Date posted

10 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

438-PB2861-A

Job locations

Royal Preston Hospital

Sharoe Green Lane

Preston

PR2 9HT


Job description

Job responsibilities

See Job Description -

The LED Administrator will work closely with the Postgraduate Medical Education (PGME) team within the Student, Trainee and Placement Support Department They will be responsible for the organisation and delivery of teaching programmes and training events for locally employed doctors, as well as international medical graduates working within the Trust. They will work closely with the Associate Director of Medical Education to ensure all training requirements are met.

The LED Administrator will be required to support with arrangements for Induction events, including setting up online sessions, booking Tutors, equipment, rooms etc. as required. The role will be a vital part of the team and will be required to support events and provide administrative assistance to the team. They will work closely with the PGME team, along with other Departments within the Workforce and Education Directorate.

The post holder must possess excellent organisational ability, be flexible and able to exhibit initiative in resolving problems when they arise, along with a consistently highly professional approach.

Job description

Job responsibilities

See Job Description -

The LED Administrator will work closely with the Postgraduate Medical Education (PGME) team within the Student, Trainee and Placement Support Department They will be responsible for the organisation and delivery of teaching programmes and training events for locally employed doctors, as well as international medical graduates working within the Trust. They will work closely with the Associate Director of Medical Education to ensure all training requirements are met.

The LED Administrator will be required to support with arrangements for Induction events, including setting up online sessions, booking Tutors, equipment, rooms etc. as required. The role will be a vital part of the team and will be required to support events and provide administrative assistance to the team. They will work closely with the PGME team, along with other Departments within the Workforce and Education Directorate.

The post holder must possess excellent organisational ability, be flexible and able to exhibit initiative in resolving problems when they arise, along with a consistently highly professional approach.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

  • Good level of Education, NVQ level 3 or equivalent
  • Excellent IT skills including word, excel and Microsoft 365

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in a busy office environment
  • IT literate and have experience of setting up online meetings using platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom.

Skills & Abilities

Essential

  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills
  • Ability to deal effectively and appropriate with people at all levels from a broad range of organisations
  • Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality requirements relating to student and education issues
  • Ability to use all Microsoft Office packages
Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

  • Good level of Education, NVQ level 3 or equivalent
  • Excellent IT skills including word, excel and Microsoft 365

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in a busy office environment
  • IT literate and have experience of setting up online meetings using platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom.

Skills & Abilities

Essential

  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills
  • Ability to deal effectively and appropriate with people at all levels from a broad range of organisations
  • Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality requirements relating to student and education issues
  • Ability to use all Microsoft Office packages

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

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Preston Hospital

Sharoe Green Lane

Preston

PR2 9HT


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Preston Hospital

Sharoe Green Lane

Preston

PR2 9HT


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

PGME Team Leader

Sarah Carpenter

sarah.carpenter@lthtr.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

10 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

438-PB2861-A

Job locations

Royal Preston Hospital

Sharoe Green Lane

Preston

PR2 9HT


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