Job summary
- Main area
- GP Training Programme Director - St Helens & Knowsley
- Grade
- NHS Medical & Dental: GP Educator
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time - 2 sessions per week
- Job ref
- 990-NW-6422042-E
- Employer
- NHS England
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Regatta Place
- Town
- Liverpool
- Salary
- £103,336 - £127,018 pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- Today at 23:59
Employer heading
GP Training Programme Director
NHS Medical & Dental: GP Educator
Our Organisation
The NHS is building a culture that is positive, compassionate and inclusive – and we all have our part to play.
As employers we are committed to protecting and promoting the physical and mental health and wellbeing of all our colleagues. This underpins our values as set out in the NHS Constitution and supports us to be an Employer of Choice, while helping our colleagues to deliver high quality services for our patients and communities.
As a flexible employer, we want to support you to work in a way that is best for the NHS, our patients and you. Talk to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that’s a job share, part time, hybrid working or another flexible pattern. In addition, although the role advertised may have a ‘home’ office base indicated, we remain committed to supporting flexibility around workplace locations. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Job overview
The Training Programme Director (TPD) role is responsible for leading and co-ordinating the training of GP specialty trainees across the St Helen & Knowsley training programme.
This will include managing the programme for the future and ensuring it can adapt to meet the future needs of the NHS. The post holder will work with the Head of School, local Associate Dean (GP) and other local educators to ensure each post within the programme meets the standards defined by the GMC, Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) and NHS England.
They will ensure each post enables trainees to access a comprehensive range of experiences which will enable them to meet the requirements of the curriculum during their participation in the programme.
Please note that the interview date will be 2 August 2024 .
Main duties of the job
To emphasise the importance and promote the development of a
quality learning environment for all learners
To oversee programme management in the programme area
Delivery of GP curriculum
To advise and support Postgraduate Dean in educational and
workforce development elements.
To provide effective clinical leadership, contributing to the strategic
development of NHSE.
Working for our organisation
The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
- Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
- Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
- Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
- Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
- Delivering value for money.
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, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To support work programmes on behalf of NHSE that support local and national developments and initiatives.
Appraisal, educator development and resource for faculty, trainees and learners locally
To create and promote shared learning opportunities to increase effective interprofessional working across the school.
For full information on job role, please see attached job description.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Primary medical degree
- On GMC GP Register with a minimum of one year’s post-CCT experience in the specialty
- Current licence to practice and fully engaged in annual appraisal and revalidation
- Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty, professional association and/or regulatory body
- Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, Train the Trainer, etc.)
Desirable criteria
- On GP Performers list, be engaged in active clinical practice
- On GMC register of approved GP trainers or clinical supervisors
- Educational qualification e.g. Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education, Masters in Medical Education or equivalent such as Fellow of the Academy of Medical Educators.
Skills
Essential criteria
- A strong sense of vision and 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
- Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress
Desirable criteria
- ability to rapidly establish academic credibility
- Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of 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 in service and education
- Understanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges/Faculties, professional bodies, related NHS organisations and regulatory bodies
- Understanding of the workforce transformation agenda
- Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and equality and diversity trained in last 3 years
- Active involvement in, and up to date with, appraisal processes
- Knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes, including an understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters, the Gold Guide and educational theory
Desirable criteria
- Trained and experienced in recruitment and selection processes Previous or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education
- Previous or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education
- Awareness of funding streams for Healthcare Education
- Understanding of current health, social care and education policy
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Alison Caldwell
- Job title
- Head of School GP
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Additional information
You can also contact Catherine Morgan
Email - [email protected]
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