Clinical Coding Trainer

Job overview

*Subject to job matching*

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an NHS England Approved Clinical Coding Trainer to join our East Cheshire NHS Trust Clinical Coding Team.

The Clinical Coding Trainer will plan and deliver structured trainee programmes, refresher training, classification updates and specialty workshops, supporting coders from entry level through to the National Clinical Coding Qualification (ACC) and beyond.

Applicants must be NHS England Approved Clinical Coding Trainers.

We would also consider applicants who have secured a place on NHS England's 2026/2027 Clinical Coding Trainer Programme (CCTP) Assessment Day (June 26).

Hours per week: 37.5

Main duties of the job

The main job purpose is to work with the Head of Clinical Coding in the development and delivery of the clinical coding training service, to ensure that clinical coders are confident and effective in their roles and facilitate adherence of quality standards and information governance requirements. This will include providing an internal induction training programme, creating and delivering internal workshops, delivering approved National Clinical Coding Standards training and providing mentorship to both senior qualified clinical coders and clinical coders undertaking the national clinical coding qualification.

We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role’s eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.