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Programme Manager

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Job summary

Do you have experience working as a Programme Manager within an education/training environment? We are looking for a Programme Manager (22.5 hours per week) to join Devon Training Hub to lead Primary Care workforce development programmes. This role is a key part of the Training Hub which supports and develops Primary Care staff to support their retention and development within the NHS.

You will join a friendly and vibrant team who operate in an exciting industry, developing Primary Care staff to meet the challenges of providing healthcare in the 21st century.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be required to have oversight of all Training Hub funded Workforce programmes and manage the delivery of all Workforce Development projects. They will be required to work within the Primary Care Integrated Care System (ICS) Training Hubs Specification and Operational Guidance and ensure progress and achievement against all Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

The role is to ensure cost effective use of funds, provide expertise and leadership to support the Training Hub team, develop projects and deliver against required objectives and manage effective working relationships.

About us

Devon Training Hub is an organisation responsible for the training, education and development of staff at all levels in Primary Care in Devon. We are a small and friendly team based in Plymouth but with team members based in Devon, Cornwall & Somerset and we offer the ability to work flexibly at the role requires.

Details

Date posted

07 November 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£26,500 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Flexible working, Home or remote working

Reference number

B0252-23-0015

Job locations

Unit 303, Phase 2

1 Davy Road, Plymouth Science Park

Plymouth

Devon

PL6 8BX


Job description

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities

The Programme Manager will liaise closely with the Medical Director and Programme Director, ensuring attention to detail in all aspects of their work.

The role of the Programme Manager (Workforce Development) falls into four key areas;

1. To develop and deliver the Training Hubs current and planned programmes of work

Manage projects and ensure there is a clear workplan to deliver service change through collaboration and partnership

Provide comprehensive project management duties, overseeing the delivery of projects and workstreams, ensuring achievement against the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Ensure all programmes and projects are recorded and progress made is always up to date

Have specific responsibility for the delivery of:

o Expanding Learner placement programmes ensuring development and sustainability of quality practice learning environments for learners undertaking studies, apprenticeships, and work-based training

o Developing Workforce Apprentices - ensuring awareness of apprenticeship opportunities, providing information, support and linking with WT&E and the ICS Apprenticeship leads

o Advance Practice and Continuing Professional Development funding or future similar education funding allocations from WT&E programmes

2. Build effective working relationships:

Work with key partners to ensure the successful implementation of the Training Hub ICS workforce strategy and delivery plan

Build effective working relationships with key partners, stakeholders, and colleagues, in particular HEIs and placement providers

3. Ensure effective communications:

Ensure all members of the Training Hub team fully understand the work programmes and are engaged in relevant projects

Report regularly to the Training Hub Executive team and flag areas of concern/slippage so that remedial plans can be put in place

4. Oversight of all funded Workforce programmes and Transformation Programme Funds.

Training and Development

The post-holder will be required to:

Contribute positively to team meetings

Attend regular meetings with WT&E/NHSE and other Training Hubs as required

Undertake other duties that may reasonably be requested in this post

Maintain own professional development and update own evidence-based practice, knowledge and skills

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities

The Programme Manager will liaise closely with the Medical Director and Programme Director, ensuring attention to detail in all aspects of their work.

The role of the Programme Manager (Workforce Development) falls into four key areas;

1. To develop and deliver the Training Hubs current and planned programmes of work

Manage projects and ensure there is a clear workplan to deliver service change through collaboration and partnership

Provide comprehensive project management duties, overseeing the delivery of projects and workstreams, ensuring achievement against the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Ensure all programmes and projects are recorded and progress made is always up to date

Have specific responsibility for the delivery of:

o Expanding Learner placement programmes ensuring development and sustainability of quality practice learning environments for learners undertaking studies, apprenticeships, and work-based training

o Developing Workforce Apprentices - ensuring awareness of apprenticeship opportunities, providing information, support and linking with WT&E and the ICS Apprenticeship leads

o Advance Practice and Continuing Professional Development funding or future similar education funding allocations from WT&E programmes

2. Build effective working relationships:

Work with key partners to ensure the successful implementation of the Training Hub ICS workforce strategy and delivery plan

Build effective working relationships with key partners, stakeholders, and colleagues, in particular HEIs and placement providers

3. Ensure effective communications:

Ensure all members of the Training Hub team fully understand the work programmes and are engaged in relevant projects

Report regularly to the Training Hub Executive team and flag areas of concern/slippage so that remedial plans can be put in place

4. Oversight of all funded Workforce programmes and Transformation Programme Funds.

Training and Development

The post-holder will be required to:

Contribute positively to team meetings

Attend regular meetings with WT&E/NHSE and other Training Hubs as required

Undertake other duties that may reasonably be requested in this post

Maintain own professional development and update own evidence-based practice, knowledge and skills

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Experience in a training or education environment
  • Knowledge of apprentices in healthcare
  • Understanding of General Practice in Devon
  • Excellent written/oral communications skills
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Experience in a training or education environment
  • Knowledge of apprentices in healthcare
  • Understanding of General Practice in Devon
  • Excellent written/oral communications skills

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Devon Training Hub

Address

Unit 303, Phase 2

1 Davy Road, Plymouth Science Park

Plymouth

Devon

PL6 8BX


Employer's website

https://www.devontraininghub.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Devon Training Hub

Address

Unit 303, Phase 2

1 Davy Road, Plymouth Science Park

Plymouth

Devon

PL6 8BX


Employer's website

https://www.devontraininghub.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

CEO

Jane Wells

janewells@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

07 November 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£26,500 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Flexible working, Home or remote working

Reference number

B0252-23-0015

Job locations

Unit 303, Phase 2

1 Davy Road, Plymouth Science Park

Plymouth

Devon

PL6 8BX


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