About the Job
This is an exciting opportunity for a senior nurse or midwife with strategic and operational leadership experience to work collaboratively with the Deputy Managers and Operations Manager to lead and manage the Competency Test Centre which offers the OSCE Test of Competence (TOC) and other exams to Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) and midwives (IEN/M) seeking entry to the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) register and nurses, midwives and nursing associates returning to the register after lapsed registration.
Responsibilities
* Provide overall strategic leadership and management of the Competence Test Centre (CTC) to ensure the requirements of the Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC) contract are met and the CTC operates at its maximum capacity.
* Have complete oversight of the development, delivery, assessment outcomes and candidate evaluations of the test of competence.
* Ensure the consistent delivery of a high quality, equitable end‑to‑end candidate experience.
* Collaborate with the NMC, test developer partner, quality assurance partner and advisory assurance group to develop, deliver, monitor and evaluate OSCE outcomes and quality.
* Collaborate with and support other CTCs in the UK to ensure operational harmonisation.
* Co‑ordinate and lead on the strategic planning, recruitment and development of clinical and administrative staff employed within the CTC.
* Have oversight and ensure correct staffing levels and skill mix to scale up or down CTC operations in response to NMC contractual requirements.
* Lead on the staff development and training for all members of the Clinical team.
* Be responsible for managing the CTC budget.
Background disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service before appointment can be confirmed.
About you
* Significant experience of leading multi‑professional clinical teams, team building and mentoring.
* A comprehensive understanding of the NMC Standards for Nurses, Midwives and Nursing Associates, and the requirements for those seeking entry to the NMC register.
* Experience of governance through quality assurance and risk management processes.
* Experience in leading the development and achievement of quality standards and taken part in initiatives to improve quality.
* Ability to accept individual accountability in the delivery of a high quality service.
* Experience of line management and a supportive approach when managing team members in the performance of their posts and responsibilities.
* Ability to adapt to and implement organisational change.
* Ability to be responsive to changing culture, expectations and needs.
* Experience in some aspects of scholarship and research, consultancy and income generation.
* Experience in the development and delivery of staff training programmes using appropriate media including IT.
* A caring and person‑centred ethos that embeds high quality, safe and effective care.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate at a professional level with stakeholders such as the NMC, Trust employers, and candidates; along with exam delivery partners from other test centres, and test developers attending meetings in line with the post.
* Excellent organisational, strategic planning and delegation skills.
* The motivation to strive to do the best individually and collectively.
Qualifications
Essential
* Must have a current Nursing, Midwifery Council registration and a degree in Nursing, Midwifery or Nursing Associate.
* Post Graduate qualification in a related subject or proven clinical experience/expertise.
Desirable
* Professional Recognition as HEA Fellow (D2) or teaching qualification recognised by HESA, or willingness to obtain within a reasonable period; with relation to a Nursing and Midwifery teaching qualification.
Right to Work
All candidates will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK at interview. The University can consider Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this position subject to eligibility requirements of the points‑based system being met.
Equality
We welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented groups. The University of Northampton is committed to an inclusive environment that values equality, diversity, and inclusion. We manage equality and diversity through key committees and formal policies.
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