Job summary The post holder will lead the Postgraduate Clinical Fellowship Programme for our LED grade doctors at UHL, building on the positive work led by the previous post holder. Since September 2022, UHL has agreed to adopt the British Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (BAPIO) LED Charter, to improve the career pathways and cultural experiences of all LED working at our Trust. The CFP supports LED from a variety of backgrounds, both IMG and UK trained doctors, with the aim to provide a have a high quality experience working in UHL and support them in delivering quality clinical care. Main duties of the job Through the programme UHL aims: To design an attractive offering for locally employed doctors and ensure a quality consistent employee experience, to ensure UHL becomes an employer of choice for doctors (UK & International). To reduce avoidable reliance on temporary staffing i.e., agency/locum. To create a workforce pipeline to hard to fill posts and service expansions. Consolidate and expand our FY3 program To work with the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire to align our CFPs Through the fellowship, all our fellows will receive an: Enhanced pre-arrival, induction and pastoral support Education and Clinical Supervision Personal Development Plan and Enhanced Study Leave allowance on top of 10 Standard Study Leave days Well-designed and supported career pathways Standardised CESR programme for Advanced Fellows About us Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We have four primary goals: high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities. Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all: we are compassionate, we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one team This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve. About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: https://www.uhleicester.nhs.uk Job description Job responsibilities To ensure the overall quality of the programme in collaboration with the Expert Clinical Leads and Department of Clinical Education Provide expertise and guidance to the programme Develop a working knowledge of Clinical Fellow/LED distribution across UHL To work closely with colleagues (Director and Deputy Director of Clinical Education, LED Tutor, CMG Education Leads, Clinical Tutors, Heads of Specialty Schools, Training Programme Directors) to develop and support educational change in UHL To develop educational programmes that support Clinical Fellows/LEDs Ensuring that all Clinical Fellows have Clinical and Educational Supervisors Develop CESR Programme Promote collaborative working across all UHL sites and partners Responsible for the content, delivery and development of the pre-arrival and on-arrival programmes Develop and manage rotations Be a lead interview panel member in addition to the CMG leads/hiring managers. Ensure the quality of doctors recruited to the Programme Liaise with the relevant stakeholders with regards to placements across the organisation Approve key project deliverables Be a core member of the Programme Operational Group Support recruitment and retention of Clinical Fellows/LEDs Embed processes to ensure supervision meetings are carried out in a timely manner Provide support for doctors in difficulty Job description Job responsibilities To ensure the overall quality of the programme in collaboration with the Expert Clinical Leads and Department of Clinical Education Provide expertise and guidance to the programme Develop a working knowledge of Clinical Fellow/LED distribution across UHL To work closely with colleagues (Director and Deputy Director of Clinical Education, LED Tutor, CMG Education Leads, Clinical Tutors, Heads of Specialty Schools, Training Programme Directors) to develop and support educational change in UHL To develop educational programmes that support Clinical Fellows/LEDs Ensuring that all Clinical Fellows have Clinical and Educational Supervisors Develop CESR Programme Promote collaborative working across all UHL sites and partners Responsible for the content, delivery and development of the pre-arrival and on-arrival programmes Develop and manage rotations Be a lead interview panel member in addition to the CMG leads/hiring managers. Ensure the quality of doctors recruited to the Programme Liaise with the relevant stakeholders with regards to placements across the organisation Approve key project deliverables Be a core member of the Programme Operational Group Support recruitment and retention of Clinical Fellows/LEDs Embed processes to ensure supervision meetings are carried out in a timely manner Provide support for doctors in difficulty Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential Medical practitioner registered and licensed to practice in the UK by the GMC, as Consultant or SAS grade doctor. Desirable Postgraduate qualification in teaching. (PGCert, Diploma, Masters). Teaching Essential Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching postgraduates. Appraisal and assessment skills. Ability to assess clinical competencies. Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others. Desirable Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching. Post Graduate qualification in teaching and training. Equality & Diversity Essential Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. Communication Essential Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues. Highly Developed Emotional Intelligence Motivating, influencing and negotiating skills. Effective oral communication skills, including active listening skills. The ability to understand and summarise a discussion, ask appropriate questions, provide constructive challenge and give effective feedback. Appropriate IT skills for the role (on-line resources, web-based discussion forums), reliable electronic communication skills. Desirable Experience of delivering presentations at local regional and national conferences. Personal Qualities and Behavioural Attributes Essential Excellent personal integrity, personal effectiveness and self-awareness. Motivated, enthusiastic, positive role model. Significant commitment to on-going personal education and development. Able to work independently and autonomously. Able to manage own workload and make timely and informed decisions. make timely and informed decisions.. Demonstrates a commitment to and focus on quality. Effective working relationships and credibility with professional colleagues and relevant stakeholders. Able to work effectively in a team. Able to build wide support networks with key stakeholders, including doctors and appraisers Desirable Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided. Experience and Clinical skills Essential Experience and knowledge of Medical Education Delivery. Experience of a Clinical Leadership Role. Experience of delivering a Service Transformation Programme. Ability to identify Clinical Fellow/LED development needs. Experience of supporting Clinical Fellow/LED doctors. Management Essential Proven leadership skills, including delegation, time-management, and networking skills. Experience of budget/income management. Good working knowledge of the Trust's HR protocols and guidelines as they relate to Clinical Fellow/LED doctors. Understanding and application of legislation and guidance relating to data protection and confidentiality. Desirable Knowledge of management structures. Knowledge of assessment methods. Understanding of national issues around medical education. Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential Medical practitioner registered and licensed to practice in the UK by the GMC, as Consultant or SAS grade doctor. Desirable Postgraduate qualification in teaching. (PGCert, Diploma, Masters). Teaching Essential Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching postgraduates. Appraisal and assessment skills. Ability to assess clinical competencies. Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others. Desirable Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching. Post Graduate qualification in teaching and training. Equality & Diversity Essential Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. Communication Essential Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues. Highly Developed Emotional Intelligence Motivating, influencing and negotiating skills. Effective oral communication skills, including active listening skills. The ability to understand and summarise a discussion, ask appropriate questions, provide constructive challenge and give effective feedback. Appropriate IT skills for the role (on-line resources, web-based discussion forums), reliable electronic communication skills. Desirable Experience of delivering presentations at local regional and national conferences. Personal Qualities and Behavioural Attributes Essential Excellent personal integrity, personal effectiveness and self-awareness. Motivated, enthusiastic, positive role model. Significant commitment to on-going personal education and development. Able to work independently and autonomously. Able to manage own workload and make timely and informed decisions. make timely and informed decisions.. Demonstrates a commitment to and focus on quality. Effective working relationships and credibility with professional colleagues and relevant stakeholders. Able to work effectively in a team. Able to build wide support networks with key stakeholders, including doctors and appraisers Desirable Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided. Experience and Clinical skills Essential Experience and knowledge of Medical Education Delivery. Experience of a Clinical Leadership Role. Experience of delivering a Service Transformation Programme. Ability to identify Clinical Fellow/LED development needs. Experience of supporting Clinical Fellow/LED doctors. Management Essential Proven leadership skills, including delegation, time-management, and networking skills. Experience of budget/income management. Good working knowledge of the Trust's HR protocols and guidelines as they relate to Clinical Fellow/LED doctors. Understanding and application of legislation and guidance relating to data protection and confidentiality. Desirable Knowledge of management structures. Knowledge of assessment methods. Understanding of national issues around medical education. 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. 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.. 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. 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.. Employer details Employer name University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust Address Leicester Royal Infirmary Leicester LE1 5WW Employer's website