Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
This is an exciting opportunity to join us as our Head of Education. As a teaching hospital, we are instrumental in the education and training of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals. This is a prominent and significant senior role to lead our vision for education, to grow, attract and retain our people, by providing high-quality access to learning to deliver quality care.
Working with the Director of Education, Training and Workforce, you will play a key role in continuing the work to deliver elements of our People Strategy. The Head of Education will work closely with senior colleagues, Universities/HEIs, commercial partners, professional and regulatory bodies and other senior stakeholders to support the delivery of strategic and operational education projects. With the Head of Workforce, you will develop and evolve the Trust workforce and education plans, to attract, grow and maintain a workforce that is fit for practice and reflects key national objectives for the delivery of healthcare.
We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. At UHS, we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. We proudly champion individuality, recognising that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Main Responsibilities
* Provide strategic leadership and expertise on clinical and non-clinical education and development within the Trust to ensure a workforce that is fit for practice.
* Proactively engage with senior leaders across the Trust to identify education needs and make recommendations on education and development interventions to meet those needs.
* Work closely with the Head of Workforce to develop the Trust workforce and education plan.
* Develop and maintain strategic relationships with education providers, including HEIs, FE colleges and local communities, to support education and development to meet current and future workforce requirements.
* Provide leadership and management of Skills for Practice leads and team.
* Deputise for the Director of Education and Workforce at meetings and forums locally, regionally and nationally as required.
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria
* Masters level qualification in education or equivalent qualification or experience.
* Senior leader in education roles.
* Planning and implementation of complex education programmes or projects.
* In-depth working knowledge and understanding of national health education and workforce strategy and plans.
* Evidence of working with external partners to organise education requirements for significant numbers of staff.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Able to travel locally and nationally to meetings and events.
Desirable criteria
* Senior leadership programme/qualification.
* Knowledge and experience of Government education and skills strategies and plans.
* Knowledge and experience or working on regional and/or national education groups or projects.
* NHS senior education leadership and management experience.
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