Job summary The role of Specialty Training Programme Director for Old Age Psychiatry within the Severn School will work with and support the Head of School for Psychiatry in leading the delivery of a wide range of functions, aligned to the NHS England (and legacy HEE) mandate and long-term workforce plan. The role 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 appointment will be made on the basis of a part-time secondment to NHS England, alongside existing employment with an NHS Trust in the South West geographical footprint. This is a senior educator position appointed on a secondment basis. The contract is for 3 years, extendable for a further 2 years. Main duties of the job The ideal candidate will be an experienced clinician with a thorough understanding of education and training across the region. They 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. Date posted 21 October 2024 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £99,532 to £131,964 a year (0.5 Education Management Contribution - 2 hrs per week) Contract Secondment Working pattern Flexible working Reference number 990-SW-6548455-E-B Job locations South West House Taunton TA1 2PX Job description Job responsibilities You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the Job Description and other supporting documents. If you like what you have read and think you have the skills and experience, we need then don't delay, apply today We get lots of applications for our roles and so we sometimes have to close our posts early. Don't miss out Job description Job responsibilities You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the Job Description and other supporting documents. If you like what you have read and think you have the skills and experience, we need then don't delay, apply today We get lots of applications for our roles and so we sometimes have to close our posts early. Don't miss out Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential Primary clinical healthcare qualification Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, Train the trainer, etc) Consultant currently working in the South West Experience and Knowledge Essential Considerable experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education Skills and Abilities Essential Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential Primary clinical healthcare qualification Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, Train the trainer, etc) Consultant currently working in the South West Experience and Knowledge Essential Considerable experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education Skills and Abilities Essential Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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 South West House Taunton TA1 2PX Employer's website https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/working-for/ (Opens in a new tab)