TPD Differential Attainment & IMG

The role ofTraining Programme Directoris to work with and support theHead of Schoolinleading the delivery ofa wide range of functions,aligned tothe NHS England mandate.

The Training Programme Director is professionally and managerially accountable to the Head of School. The Training Programme Director will focus upon improvement of learner supervision, assessment and experience, engagement of faculty and ensuring effective educational outcomes, both now and in the future. The role is evolving and will also focus on whole workforce transformation and developing multi-professional links.

Job description

EducationalandWorkforce Development

To advise and support theHead of Schoolineducational and workforce development elements, including:

Professional Development of the educational faculty

Tosupport compliancewithrequirements particularly with regardto thesupervision and support fortraineesand learners.

To identify learning needs and support provision of educational appraisal, educator development and resource for faculty,traineesand learners.

To create and promote shared learning opportunities to increase effective inter-professional workingacross the School.

Intelligence Support/provision

Toensure local intelligence processesinform quality management processes.

To engage withinformation systems(trainee database, post establishments).

Strategic Workforce Developmentand Commissioning

To develop educational programmes where needed to support achievement of curriculum competencies, engaging with commissioning processes as required.

To support the implementation of alternative workforce solutionswithin the School.

To advise the Head of School on commissioning and decommissioning activities.

You can find further details about the role,including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside theorganisational structureand person specificationin the attached Job Descriptionand other supporting documents.

Applicants from within the NHS willbe offered on a secondment basis only,agreementshouldbeobtainedfromtheiremployerpriortosubmittingtheapplication.

Person specification

Behaviours and Values

Essential

• A 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. Note the special responsibility as a manager for assessing and minimising risks to staff.
• A continuing quest for personal and professional development.
• An academic interest in training and education across primary and secondary care.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Demonstrable 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.

Desirable

• 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 Knowledge

Essential

• Current 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.

Desirable

• 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 Training

Essential

• Primary 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

Desirable

• Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, Train the trainer, etc)

About the employer

Our staff bring expertise across clinical, operational, commissioning, technology, data science, cyber security, software engineering, education, and commercial specialisms -- enabling us to design and deliver high-quality NHS services.

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