We are pleased to advertise a new General Internal Medicine Training Programme Director role across the South East region.
The role of South East GIM Regional Training Programme Director is to work with and support the Heads of School and local Training Programme Directors in leading the delivery of a wide range of functions, aligned to the NHS England mandate. To support the Postgraduate Dean, TPDs will work across the spectrum of health and, where relevant, social care, within the context of a team, so that the provision of education reflects changing service models. This will deliver an integrated workforce comprising individuals from a spectrum of professional and other backgrounds.
Job responsibilities
The South East GIM Regional Training Programme Director is professionally and managerially accountable to one of the Associate Deans responsible for one of the schools of medicine in the region. The role focuses upon improvement of learner supervision, assessment and experience, engagement of faculty and ensuring effective educational outcomes, both now and in the future. The position is evolving and will also focus on whole workforce transformation in line with the 10‑year plan as well as developing multi‑professional links.
Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only; agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.
We cannot offer visa sponsorship for any vacancies.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Fellowship of College/Faculty, professional association and/or body
* Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development
* Qualification such as PG Cert diploma or Master of Medical Education
Skills and abilities
* Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
* A strong sense of vision and an ability to innovate
* Politically astute with an ability to sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty
* Ability to problem solve and maintain objectivity
* Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills
* Excellent organisational and time management skills
* Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress
* Ability to rapidly establish academic credibility
Employment and 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
* Demonstrable track record of delivery of service and education
* Understanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges / Faculties, professional bodies related to NHS organisations
* Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and E & D in the last 3 years
* Active involvement in and up to date with appraisal process
* Knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes including understanding workforce matters
* Understanding of the workforce transformation agenda
* Previous or current appointment as leader in healthcare education
* Awareness of funding streams for healthcare education
* Understanding of current health and social care and education policy
Depending on experience: In line with TPD sessional payments.
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