Job summary Within NHS England, South East Region, the Thames Valley Local Office is responsible for the planning, development, education and training of the future and current healthcare and public health workforce across Buckinghamshire, Berkshire and Oxfordshire. An opportunity has arisen for a Consultant with a strong interest in medical education and training to be the Training Programme Director in Medical Psychotherapy Applications are invited from current STC members, or from those within the specialty who can demonstrate relevant interest in education and training. The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall delivery of the Medical Psychotherapy. For more information regarding the post please refer to the attached Job Description. The role of the Training Programme Director is to work with the Head of School in Leading the delivery of a wide range of functions, aligned to NHS England mandate. Main duties of the job 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. The ideal candidate will be an experienced NHS Consultant with a thorough understanding of (specialty) training across the region and who will also have strong leadership and communication skills and be able to work effectively as a member of a multi-professional team. About us 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 visithttps://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. NHS England hold a Sponsor Licence; this means that we may be able to sponsor you providing the Home Office requirements are met. To be eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route you'll usually need to be paid the 'standard' salary rate of at least £38,700 per year, or the 'going rate' for your job, whichever is higher. You can find more information on the Government website. Date posted 27 March 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary Depending on experience In line with TPD sessional payments Contract Secondment Working pattern Part-time Reference number TEMP_500 Job locations Heritage Gate East Point Business Centre, Sandy Lane West Oxford OX4 6LB Job description Job responsibilities The fixed level of funding contribution for this role is £2,500 per annum, as an Educational Management Contribution (EMC). 0.25 EMC has been allocated for this role. The number of EMCs indicatively equates to the number of PAs for job planning; however, the level of funding for EMCs is fixed and may not equate to your individual personal salary with your employer in relation to your planned activities. Prior to applying, please ensure you have discussed this role with your local Director of Medical Education to ensure that this work functions as a secondment with time freed up in your job plan to fulfil expectations. The financial contribution to the Trust is then to backfill any clinical time. The Trust Director of Medical Education will be asked to provide a reference in support of your application. You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents. Secondments Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application. Job description Job responsibilities The fixed level of funding contribution for this role is £2,500 per annum, as an Educational Management Contribution (EMC). 0.25 EMC has been allocated for this role. The number of EMCs indicatively equates to the number of PAs for job planning; however, the level of funding for EMCs is fixed and may not equate to your individual personal salary with your employer in relation to your planned activities. Prior to applying, please ensure you have discussed this role with your local Director of Medical Education to ensure that this work functions as a secondment with time freed up in your job plan to fulfil expectations. The financial contribution to the Trust is then to backfill any clinical time. The Trust Director of Medical Education will be asked to provide a reference in support of your application. You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents. Secondments Applicants 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 Specification Qualifications and Training Essential Primary clinical healthcare qualification. Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty, professional association and/or regulatory body relevant to the speciality. Currently working as a consultant in the appropriate speciality area. A continuing quest for personal and professional development. Skills and abilities Essential Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills Experience and Knowledge Essential 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. Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential Primary clinical healthcare qualification. Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty, professional association and/or regulatory body relevant to the speciality. Currently working as a consultant in the appropriate speciality area. A continuing quest for personal and professional development. Skills and abilities Essential Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills Experience and Knowledge Essential 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. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name NHS England Address Heritage Gate East Point Business Centre, Sandy Lane West Oxford OX4 6LB Employer's website https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/working-for/ (Opens in a new tab)