Within NHS England, South East Region, the Wessex Local Office is responsible for the planning, development, education, and training of the healthcare and public health workforce across Dorset, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, and Salisbury.
An opportunity has arisen for a Consultant with a strong interest in medical education and training to be the Training Programme Director - Sim Lead.
Applications are invited from current STC members or from those within the specialty who can demonstrate relevant interest in education and training.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall delivery of the Dermatology training programme. For more information regarding the post, please refer to the attached Job Description with enclosed Person Specification. The role of the Training Programme Director is to work with the Head of School in leading the delivery of a wide range of functions, aligned to NHS England mandate.
Main duties of the job
The Training Programme Director will focus on improving learner supervision, assessment, and experience, engaging faculty, and ensuring effective educational outcomes, both now and in the future. The role is evolving and will also focus on workforce transformation and developing multi-professional links.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced NHS Consultant with a thorough understanding of (specialty) training across the region, possessing strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a multi-professional team.
About us
The NHS England board has set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all. This will inform the detailed design work, and we aim to achieve this purpose by:
* Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their populations and reduce health inequalities.
* Making the NHS a great place to work, where our staff can make a difference and achieve their potential.
* Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values, and behaviors to deliver accessible, compassionate care.
* Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation.
If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit https://www.england.nhs.uk/.
Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend at least 40% of their time working in-person.
If successful at interview, we will run an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) in the Electronic Staff Record system (ESR). This transfer gathers information from a previous or current NHS employer to support onboarding, including statutory and mandatory competency status, Continuous Service Dates (CSD), and annual leave entitlement. You will have the opportunity to inform us if you do not consent during the recruitment process.
Job responsibilities
The fixed funding contribution for this role is £2,500 per annum as an Educational Management Contribution (EMC). 0.25 EMC has been allocated for this role. The number of EMCs approximately corresponds to the number of PAs for job planning; however, the funding level is fixed and may not match your personal salary with your employer.
Before applying, discuss this role with your local Director of Medical Education to ensure it functions as a secondment with time freed in your job plan. The financial contribution to the Trust will cover backfilling clinical time. Support will be confirmed at interview.
The Trust Director of Medical Education will be asked to provide a reference in support of your application.
Further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, are in the attached Job Description and supporting documents.
Secondments
Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only. Agreement from their employer must be obtained prior to application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Primary clinical healthcare qualification
* Fellowship of College/Faculty: professional association and/or body
* Attendance at courses supporting educational development
Employment/Experience
* Experience working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context
* Experience of clinical and educational leadership and innovation, including managing a multi-professional team
* Proven track record of delivering service and education
* Understanding of developments involving relevant Colleges/Faculties and professional bodies in the NHS
* Understanding of workforce transformation agenda
* Training and experience in recruitment, selection, and E&D in the last 3 years
* Active involvement in and up-to-date with appraisal processes
* Knowledge of NHS structures, processes, and educational context
* Applicants who are doctors require a license to practice
* Previous or current healthcare education leadership roles
* Awareness of funding streams for healthcare education
* Understanding of current health, social care, and education policies
Skills and Abilities
* Leadership skills with the ability to influence and motivate
* Visionary and innovative mindset
* Politically astute, capable of managing complexity and uncertainty
* Problem-solving skills and objectivity
* Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
* Ability to establish credibility with colleagues and stakeholders quickly
* Excellent organizational and time management skills
* Commitment to personal development and supporting others' growth
* Ability to establish academic credibility rapidly
Depending on experience, in line with TPD sessional payments.
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