As Training Programme Director, you will be responsible for coordinating the training across the region. You will ensure that national standards, determined by Royal Colleges, the GMC and NHS-E WT&E are implemented locally. Applicants must be currently working within the West Midlands area at consultant level or equivalent including SAS doctors in the specialty school area. Experience within the specialty at consultant or SAS doctor level is essential as is considerable experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context.
The post attracts 1 PA which will be reimbursed to the successful candidate's employing Trust at £10,000 (pro rata.) It is expected that Training Programme Directors continue in clinical practice while fulfilling the role. The post will be offered for 3 years in the first instance with satisfactory annual appraisal, with the option of extending for a further 3 years if mutually agreed.
The successful applicant will work closely with the Head of School, Postgraduate Dean and the Future Workforce Team to produce doctors who will strive for the highest standards of patient-centered care and commit themselves to a lifetime of professional development.
NHS England Midlands is responsible for the delivery of high quality postgraduate medical and dental education and training across the region and is committed to the development of a medical and dental workforce that will support high quality patient care.
Main duties of the jobYou will work with the Head of School to produce doctors who will strive for the highest standards of patient-centred care and commit themselves to a lifetime of professional development.
Interested candidatesInterested candidates are encouraged to discuss the post with Dr Amitav Narula, Head of School of Psychiatry, at ******.
SecondmentsApplicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only; agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.
Person SpecificationBehaviours and ValuesA transformation leadership style.Ability to make decisions autonomously when required on difficult issues.Management of transformation and change.Sensitivity, tolerance and acceptance of criticism.Perform all duties in a manner that supports and promotes NHS England (WTE Directorate) commitment to equal opportunities.Conduct all duties in a manner that safeguards the health and safety of yourself and your colleagues, trainees and staff.A continuing quest for personal and professional development.An academic interest in training and education across primary and secondary care.Skills and AbilitiesDemonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others.A strong sense of vision and ability to innovate.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.Politically astute with an ability to sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty.Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders.Experience and KnowledgeCurrent clinical commitment in the School/specialty.Considerable 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.Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years.Active involvement in, and up to date with, appraisal processes.Understanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges/Faculties, professional bodies, related NHS organisations and regulatory bodies.Understanding of the workforce transformation agenda.Knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes, including an understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters.Qualifications and TrainingPrimary clinical healthcare qualification.Currently working at consultant level or equivalent in the specialty school area.Experience within the specialty at Consultant level.Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty, professional association and be registered with the regulatory body.Must hold a current Licence to Practise.Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, Train the trainer, etc).Depending on experience, salary paid in line with TPD sessional payments.
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