Main area: Paediatrics
Grade: NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant
Contract: 3 years (The post will be an initial 3-year secondment, with an option for extension upon discussion)
Hours: Part time - 2 sessions per week
Job ref: 990-NW-6690286-E
Employer: NHS England
Employer type: NHS
Site: Any North West NHSE office
Town: Manchester
Salary: Educator rate - 2 PA / 8 hours per week = £24,000 per annum
Closing: 03/11/2024 23:59
Associate Head of School Paediatrics
NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant
Our Organisation
The NHS is building a culture that is positive, compassionate and inclusive – and we all have our part to play.
As employers we are committed to protecting and promoting the physical and mental health and wellbeing of all our colleagues. This underpins our values as set out in the NHS Constitution and supports us to be an Employer of Choice, while helping our colleagues to deliver high quality services for our patients and communities.
As a flexible employer, we want to support you to work in a way that is best for the NHS, our patients and you. Talk to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that’s a job share, part time, hybrid working or another flexible pattern.
Job overview
The appointee will become a member of the School Executive Team. They will be expected to attend training committee meetings, and support and co-ordinate the work of the TPDs.
The role of Associate Head of School is to work with and support the NHS England Postgraduate Dean in leading the delivery of a wide range of functions, aligned to the NHS England mandate.
Main duties of the job
To support the Postgraduate Dean and Heads of Schools with their Associates work across the spectrum of health and where relevant, social care, within the context of a team, so that the provision of education reflects changing service models.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To provide effective clinical leadership, contributing to the strategic development of NHSE. To contribute to the vision of the local NHS and to enhance patient care by providing leadership and direction with respect to the quality of education and training.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Primary clinical healthcare qualification, Consultant in Paediatrics
* Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty, professional association and/or regulatory body
* Currently working in the North West of England
* Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, Train the trainer, etc)
Experience
* Considerable experience of working with doctors in an educational context
* Experience as an educational supervisor
* Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
* Understanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges/Faculties, professional bodies, related NHS organisations and regulatory bodies
* Understanding of the workforce transformation agenda
* Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and equality and diversity trained in last 3 years
* Active involvement in, and up to date with, appraisal processes
* Applicants who are doctors require a Licence to Practise
* Knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes, including an understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters, the Gold Guide and educational theory
Skills
* Demonstrable Leadership skills and an ability to motivate others
* A strong sense of vision and an 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
* Excellent organisational and time management skills
* Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress
* Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders
Our commitments to you
We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We know that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better patient outcomes.
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK under the Skilled Worker route are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
Please note that we currently do not accept applications via recruitment agencies.
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