Training Programme Director - General Internal Medicine
The Training Programme Director in General Internal Medicine (Mer) will support the Head of School in the Strategic Development of the School of Medicine.
The post holder will lead on the development of the School's Recruitment and Retention Strategy and contribute to supporting the School Operational Programme.
The post holder will be a member of the School Board.
Please note this is a 3-year secondment with potential to extend to a maximum of three years, subject to mutual agreement.
Main duties of the job
* Work in collaboration with Head of School of Medicine to develop and implement a Medical Workforce Strategy which supports the recruitment and retention of General Internal Medicine Trainees with focus on the regional education programs.
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.
If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit NHS England.
Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.
Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.
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.
Job responsibilities
* To provide expert advice on Specialty specific matters to the Scheme.
* To support the Head of School to ensure appropriate systems for Assessment, Rotational Management, Trainee Supervision & Support and other functions within the school.
* To promote or lead work programmes on behalf of the School of General Internal Medicine.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Consultant in General Internal Medicine on the Specialist Register
* Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians
* Consultant currently working in NHS in North-West England
* Education Qualification such as Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma or Masters in Medical Education
Experience
* Experience of organising / delivering education programmes / courses
* Considerable experience of working with doctors in an educational context
* Experience as an educational supervisor
* Previous or current appointment as a Leader in Healthcare Education
* Understanding the Workforce Transformation agenda
* Experience in Recruitment
* Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years
* Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
* Applicants who are doctors require a Licence to Practise
* Clinical Manager Experience
* Awareness of funding streams for Healthcare Education
Skills
* Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
* A strong sense of vision and ability to innovate
* Politically astute with an ability to sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty.
* Ability to problem solve and maintain objectivity
* Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills
* Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders
* Excellent organisational and time management skills
* Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress
* Ability to rapidly establish academic credibility
Depending on experience, salary paid in line with TPD sessional payments.
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