Job summary
As Head of Quality, you will provide academic and clinical leadership to ensure the PCSM Quality Framework is fit for purpose and that the School adopts and promotes a culture of teaching excellence and inclusivity. You will work collaboratively with key stakeholders including students and staff in the School and associated NHS partners.
Main duties of the job
Using and triangulating a range of quality data, work with module leads and NHS partners to highlight areas of good practice and support them to address areas of concern. Have delegated responsibility from the Head of School for all General Medical Council (GMC) related quality assurance activities, including the coordination and preparation of the annual self-assessment questionnaire (SAQ) and related activities to demonstrate the School meets its obligations under GMC requirements. Lead the annual quality monitoring visit process to partner NHS organisations and support various initiatives to bring about identified and agreed improvements. Working with the PCSM Operations team and Trust staff (including clinical educators, the Trust Education Leads through to the Chief Executive) this will involve a coordinated series of visits to partner Trusts to collect data and develop action plans to be seen through to completion. Develop and implement effective mechanisms for student dialogue and collaboration and ensure there is appropriate communication of responses.
About us
Imperial College London and the University of Cumbria have entered into a partnership to form the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine (PCSM), based at the University of Cumbria at the Carlisle Fusehill street campus.
Details Date posted
04 June 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
3 years
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
MED05276
Job locations
University of Cumbria Fusehill Street
Carlisle
CA1 2HH
Job description Job responsibilities
About the role Imperial College London and the University of Cumbria have entered into a partnership to form the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine (PCSM), based at the University of Cumbria at the Carlisle Fusehill street campus. As Head of Quality, you will provide academic and clinical leadership to ensure the PCSM Quality Framework is fit for purpose and that the School adopts and promotes a culture of teaching excellence and inclusivity. You will work collaboratively with key stakeholders including students and staff in the School and associated NHS partners. What you would be doing
1. Using and triangulating a range of quality data, work with module leads and NHS partners to highlight areas of good practice and support them to address areas of concern.
2. Have delegated responsibility from the Head of School for all General Medical Council (GMC) related quality assurance activities, including the coordination and preparation of the annual self-assessment questionnaire (SAQ) and related activities to demonstrate the School meets its obligations under GMC requirements.
3. Lead the annual quality monitoring visit process to partner NHS organisations and support various initiatives to bring about identified and agreed improvements. Working with the PCSM Operations team and Trust staff (including clinical educators, the Trust Education Leads through to the Chief Executive) this will involve a coordinated series of visits to partner Trusts to collect data and develop action plans to be seen through to completion.
4. Develop and implement effective mechanisms for student dialogue and collaboration and ensure there is appropriate communication of responses.
What we are looking for
5. A primary medical qualification (MBBS or equivalent) full GMC registration and Membership of one of the Royal Colleges.
6. Clinically active and experienced, working as a Consultant
7. Proven leadership skills, with an ability to exercise sound judgment
8. Outstanding oral and written communication and interpersonal relationship skills
9. Ability to role-model the professional values and behaviours expected of medical professionals
What we can offer you
10. A unique opportunity to make a substantial contribution to a major strategic project for both Imperial and the University of Cumbria.
11. The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution
12. Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year (pro rata) and generous pension schemes)
13. Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.
Further information The role is available part time (0.2 FTE) for three years based at Fusehill Street Campus, Carlisle. For more information about the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine, please visit https://cumbriamed.ac.uk If you require any further details on the role, please contact: Professor Mary Morrell, Head of the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine, email: m.morrell@imperial.ac.uk Job description Job responsibilities
About the role Imperial College London and the University of Cumbria have entered into a partnership to form the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine (PCSM), based at the University of Cumbria at the Carlisle Fusehill street campus. As Head of Quality, you will provide academic and clinical leadership to ensure the PCSM Quality Framework is fit for purpose and that the School adopts and promotes a culture of teaching excellence and inclusivity. You will work collaboratively with key stakeholders including students and staff in the School and associated NHS partners. What you would be doing
14. Using and triangulating a range of quality data, work with module leads and NHS partners to highlight areas of good practice and support them to address areas of concern.
15. Have delegated responsibility from the Head of School for all General Medical Council (GMC) related quality assurance activities, including the coordination and preparation of the annual self-assessment questionnaire (SAQ) and related activities to demonstrate the School meets its obligations under GMC requirements.
16. Lead the annual quality monitoring visit process to partner NHS organisations and support various initiatives to bring about identified and agreed improvements. Working with the PCSM Operations team and Trust staff (including clinical educators, the Trust Education Leads through to the Chief Executive) this will involve a coordinated series of visits to partner Trusts to collect data and develop action plans to be seen through to completion.
17. Develop and implement effective mechanisms for student dialogue and collaboration and ensure there is appropriate communication of responses.
What we are looking for
18. A primary medical qualification (MBBS or equivalent) full GMC registration and Membership of one of the Royal Colleges.
19. Clinically active and experienced, working as a Consultant
20. Proven leadership skills, with an ability to exercise sound judgment
21. Outstanding oral and written communication and interpersonal relationship skills
22. Ability to role-model the professional values and behaviours expected of medical professionals
What we can offer you
23. A unique opportunity to make a substantial contribution to a major strategic project for both Imperial and the University of Cumbria.
24. The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution
25. Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year (pro rata) and generous pension schemes)
26. Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.
Further information The role is available part time (0.2 FTE) for three years based at Fusehill Street Campus, Carlisle. For more information about the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine, please visit https://cumbriamed.ac.uk If you require any further details on the role, please contact: Professor Mary Morrell, Head of the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine, email: m.morrell@imperial.ac.uk Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* A primary medical qualification (MBBS or equivalent) full GMC registration and Membership of one of the Royal Colleges.
Experience Essential
* Clinically active and experienced, working as a Consultant
* Proven leadership skills, with an ability to exercise sound judgment
* Outstanding oral and written communication and interpersonal relationship skills
* Ability to role-model the professional values and behaviours expected of medical professionals
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* A primary medical qualification (MBBS or equivalent) full GMC registration and Membership of one of the Royal Colleges.
Experience Essential
* Clinically active and experienced, working as a Consultant
* Proven leadership skills, with an ability to exercise sound judgment
* Outstanding oral and written communication and interpersonal relationship skills
* Ability to role-model the professional values and behaviours expected of medical professionals
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
Imperial College London
Address
University of Cumbria Fusehill Street
Carlisle
CA1 2HH
Employer's website
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Employer details Employer name
Imperial College London
Address
University of Cumbria Fusehill Street
Carlisle
CA1 2HH
Employer's website
https://www.imperial.ac.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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