Job summary
The Head of Education for Non-Medical (HOE-NM) is responsible for the provision of strong, visible professional leadership across the Trust, who fosters a culture of continuous improvement, compassion and excellence in all aspects of the delivery of patient care.
On behalf of the Deputy Chief Nurse/Chief Nurse, the HoE-NM will work across all the non-medical professions, mainly focusing on the nursing workforce group, however crossing over with Midwifery and AHP workforce leads, with the overarching corporate responsibility for the entire non-medical registered professional groups educational funding and provision.
Main duties of the job
The role will provide input into the Trust and the regional system and national plans on education provision clearly defining interdependencies to workforce provision and planning, with an aim to address workforce shortfall and build a sustainable future supply.
About us
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
1. Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
2. Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
3. Flexible working opportunities;
4. Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
5. Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
6. Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
7. Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
8. On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
9. Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
10. Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification for more information regarding this role.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
11. oMasters of science level qualification and / or equivalent experience
12. oRegistered Nurse / midwife/Allied healthcare professional - registration with professional body
13. oManagement qualification and / or significant management experience
14. Teaching qualification/postgraduate education degree/masters
Desirable
15. oLeadership qualification and/or significant leadership experience
16. oPrepared to undertake a regional/national fellowship programme
17. Undertake a Coaching course or module
Experience
Essential
18. oSubstantial experience of operating in a leadership / senior management role within the NHS
19. Evidence of success as a facilitator for effecting change
20. Evidence of substantial experience as an educationalist and demonstrating a depth and breadth of NHS workforce and education knowledge
21. Evidence of effective and supportive liaison with clinical managers associated with managing capability and performance issues
22. Experience of delivery of quality governance and compliance monitoring processes to a range of health care professionals
23. Evidence of facilitating clinical leadership development and influencing practice
24. Experience of designing and implementing policies and guidelines to influence practice
25. Evidence of effective team working at a senior level
26. Experience of managing this and working within financial controls
27. Ability to think strategically and analyse complex issues and develop appropriate strategies
Desirable
28. oActive clinical supervisor
Knowledge
Essential
29. oDemonstrable advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of Practice/Workforce development and planning across the Trust and the wider national picture
Desirable
30. oSound understanding of the principles of safe, effective and equitable recruitment and retention of staff
Key Skills
Essential
31. Evidence of teaching and assessing skills, including design, coordination and evaluation of practice development programmes
32. Team player, diplomatic
33. Line management skills including development of staff through the appraisal process
Other
Essential
34. Commitment to lifelong learning
Desirable
35. IT skills