Job summary Sussex Partnerships have an exciting opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist with an interest in medical education. The post of Director of Medical Education is a well established role within SPFT, providing senior medical leadership to medical education. Main duties of the job The Director of Medical Education (DME) provides leadership, strategic direction and vision for the assurance, management and delivery of postgraduate and undergraduate medical education in Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. They are responsible for the quality of the learning environment provided by the Trust for medical learners defined within their role. The DME works with the Chief Medical Officer, Medical Director for Workforce, executive lead for education, and the Director of HR to develop effective medical workforce plans and ensure the smooth running of the education centres in the Trust. About us At Sussex Partnership we are committed to providing opportunities for flexible working. If you would like to work differently or different hours to as advertised, please get in touch to discuss this in more detail. Also, if you haven't thought about living and working in Sussex before then you should consider the following: Journey from the coast to the countryside in minutes Enjoy a lifestyle where there are renowned cycle routes and picturesque walks, including the famous South Downs Way in the South Downs National Park Embrace taking time to discover all the miles of scenic coastline Easy access to airports - Gatwick and Heathrow are both within 90 minutes of the county, providing links to Europe and beyond London is also within easy reach via local and national bus routes and national mainline stations Date posted 03 March 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year pa pro rata plus responsibility allowance £20000 Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 354-CO-21584 Job locations Portland House Richmond Road Worthing BN11 1HS Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will: Communicate effectively about matters relating to all aspects of medical education with board members, directors, senior managers and clinical leaders across the Trust and the broader healthcare community. Innovate and deliver a Trust framework and strategy for postgraduate and undergraduate education consistent with the Trusts plans. Deliver strong and effective governance of medical education. Develop and maintain excellent external working relationships with key stakeholders, including Health Education England, the GMC, Royal Colleges and Faculties and Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), and universities such as Brighton and Sussex Medical School. Use innovative approaches to improve the medical education continually offered to all learners. Oversee the running of the Sussex and Coombe Valley medical education centres alongside the medical education manager Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will: Communicate effectively about matters relating to all aspects of medical education with board members, directors, senior managers and clinical leaders across the Trust and the broader healthcare community. Innovate and deliver a Trust framework and strategy for postgraduate and undergraduate education consistent with the Trusts plans. Deliver strong and effective governance of medical education. Develop and maintain excellent external working relationships with key stakeholders, including Health Education England, the GMC, Royal Colleges and Faculties and Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), and universities such as Brighton and Sussex Medical School. Use innovative approaches to improve the medical education continually offered to all learners. Oversee the running of the Sussex and Coombe Valley medical education centres alongside the medical education manager Person Specification Essential and desirable Essential Appointment as a consultant/SAS/GP (min. 5PA clinical contract) Recognised as a GMC Trainer Breadth of experience in medical education, e.g. training and supervision of doctors, students and other professionals. Minimum of 3 years as a Clinical or Educational Supervisor Evidence of supporting trainees/ers with significant needs Desirable Postgraduate qualification in medical education, leadership or management Minimum of 2 years' experience in a senior education role, e.g. locality or speciality tutor, clinical tutor, Training Programme Director, departmental educational lead Experience in leadership or management within a formal role or as part of a team in related activity Leading diverse teams and taking responsibility for delivering results Evidence of experience at a strategic level of national and/or international education organisations Person Specification Essential and desirable Essential Appointment as a consultant/SAS/GP (min. 5PA clinical contract) Recognised as a GMC Trainer Breadth of experience in medical education, e.g. training and supervision of doctors, students and other professionals. Minimum of 3 years as a Clinical or Educational Supervisor Evidence of supporting trainees/ers with significant needs Desirable Postgraduate qualification in medical education, leadership or management Minimum of 2 years' experience in a senior education role, e.g. locality or speciality tutor, clinical tutor, Training Programme Director, departmental educational lead Experience in leadership or management within a formal role or as part of a team in related activity Leading diverse teams and taking responsibility for delivering results Evidence of experience at a strategic level of national and/or international education organisations 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Address Portland House Richmond Road Worthing BN11 1HS Employer's website https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)