Job summary

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) and East Cheshire NHS Trust (ECT) are jointly implementing MEDITECH 'Expanse' an Electronic Patient Record (EPR), which is known locally as the Digital Clinical System (DCS).

This is a new post that will report to the Digital Training and Testing Manager. This role will plan, develop and deliver the training requirements, ensuring end-users are both confident and competent in using the new EPR. The role will also need to carryout additional training on Trust systems and will support increasing digital confidence across the two Trusts.

Main duties of the job

Deliver the DCS training strategy, ensuring staff receive effective system training and support. Maintain up-to-date training materials, communications, and resources across both Trusts. Develop expertise in relevant clinical systems to train, support, and embed new digital processes. Manage and maintain the DCS Learning Management System, including user access, training bookings, and digital resources. Build strong working relationships with key stakeholders (e.g., Application Specialists, Integrations). Act as the DCS Training SME, providing guidance to colleagues and end users. Evaluate training effectiveness and report on training activity, feedback, risks, and access issues. Deliver training through a range of channels to meet diverse workforce and learning needs. Ensure trainees can safely and confidently use DCS systems in line with DCB0160 Clinical Safety Standards. Support implementation periods with flexible working and robust documentation (including NHSEI blueprints). Uphold assurance, professional standards, and timely delivery of all training activities.

About us

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community services for East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K). Our services include planned and unplanned/emergency care, cardiac and critical care, child health, maternity, and intermediate care across Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford.Through our community arm, Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, we deliver extensive services in 26 medical centres and schools in collaboration with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FT and the South Cheshire and Vale Royal GP Alliance. With 500 beds and around 5,500 staff, we are one of the area's largest employers.

Since the formation of Integrated Care Systems in July 2022, the Trust has become a key partner in Cheshire East & Cheshire West and Chester and in two provider collaboratives, aligning our strategic goals with the Cheshire & Merseyside Integrated Care System.As part of the national New Hospital Programme, we're reimagining Leighton Hospital to create a new health and care neighbourhood, transforming healthcare delivery for a Healthier Future. Learn more on ourHealthier Futures website.

At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.

Details

Date posted

18 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

412-CORP-7782942

Job locations

Leighton & Macclesfield Hospitals

Crewe

CW1 6QZ

Job description

Job responsibilities

Qualifications

PGCE or equivalent teaching/training qualification.
Microsoft Office qualification (e.g., ECDL or equivalent at intermediate level).

Training & Teaching Experience

Proven experience teaching or delivering training within a work environment.
Experience delivering both 1to1 training and largegroup sessions.
Skilled in planning, organising, and delivering structured training programmes.
Ability to conduct Training Needs Analyses to identify skills gaps and tailor learning delivery.

Digital & Clinical Systems Knowledge

Knowledge of using computerised information systems (e.g., ICE OrderComms).
Experience in enduser training and support during a large-scale implementation of a digital or clinical information system.

Learning Design & Materials Development

Ability to design effective learning content including manuals, quick guides, handouts, and other instructional materials.
Experience in using e-learning technologies and supporting digital learning platforms.

Communication & Influence

Strong presentation skills with the ability to engage a wide range of learners.
Ability to influence people, change working methods, and support adoption of new digital processes.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Qualifications

PGCE or equivalent teaching/training qualification.
Microsoft Office qualification (e.g., ECDL or equivalent at intermediate level).

Training & Teaching Experience

Proven experience teaching or delivering training within a work environment.
Experience delivering both 1to1 training and largegroup sessions.
Skilled in planning, organising, and delivering structured training programmes.
Ability to conduct Training Needs Analyses to identify skills gaps and tailor learning delivery.

Digital & Clinical Systems Knowledge

Knowledge of using computerised information systems (e.g., ICE OrderComms).
Experience in enduser training and support during a large-scale implementation of a digital or clinical information system.

Learning Design & Materials Development

Ability to design effective learning content including manuals, quick guides, handouts, and other instructional materials.
Experience in using e-learning technologies and supporting digital learning platforms.

Communication & Influence

Strong presentation skills with the ability to engage a wide range of learners.
Ability to influence people, change working methods, and support adoption of new digital processes.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

Good skills with Microsoft Office applications particularly Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Good time management and organisational skills with an ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with minimum supervision.
Able to work comfortably and effectively in a team or alone and liaise with other colleagues across the Trust.
Ability to adjust training and support for individual learners in ways appropriate to their needs

Values

Essential

A commitment to quality and safety
A recognition of the importance of showing respect, dignity and compassion to patients and colleagues
A listening, learning and leading approach

Behaviours

Essential

Must be willing to act as a role model
Must be willing to take personal responsibility
Must have the courage to speak up

Qualifications

Essential

PGCE or Equivalent

Desirable

Previous experience of supporting a MEDITECH EPR deployment

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

Good skills with Microsoft Office applications particularly Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Good time management and organisational skills with an ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with minimum supervision.
Able to work comfortably and effectively in a team or alone and liaise with other colleagues across the Trust.
Ability to adjust training and support for individual learners in ways appropriate to their needs

Values

Essential

A commitment to quality and safety
A recognition of the importance of showing respect, dignity and compassion to patients and colleagues
A listening, learning and leading approach

Behaviours

Essential

Must be willing to act as a role model
Must be willing to take personal responsibility
Must have the courage to speak up

Qualifications

Essential

PGCE or Equivalent

Desirable

Previous experience of supporting a MEDITECH EPR deployment

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

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Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Certificate of Sponsorship

Employer details

Employer name

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Leighton & Macclesfield Hospitals

Crewe

CW1 6QZ

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Leighton & Macclesfield Hospitals

Crewe

CW1 6QZ

Employer's website

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

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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