Job summary
The post holder will be responsible for providing strategic leadership for the Undergraduate and Postgraduate Medical Education Teams, Library/Clinical Librarian Services and Operations team to ensure that performance objectives are met.
The Head of Medical Education Management will have responsibility for the promotion, monitoring and continuous improvement of the quality of Postgraduate and Undergraduate Medical Education within UHL.
The post holder will deputise for the Director of Clinical Education at UHL and external meetings and committees.
The post holder will lead on the provision of faculty development for senior clinicians within UHL.
Main duties of the job
To have overall responsibility for budget setting and monitoring of financial performance for the Postgraduate Education Centres, Libraries and other designated cost centres ( 10 cost centres- £1.85m)
To agree annual cost improvement plans ( c£280k) with budget holders
To have overall line management responsibility for Undergraduate and Postgraduate medical Education, Library/Clinical Librarian Services and Operations team in Clinical Education. Ensure that all aspects of performance, absence, training and appraisal are addressed in accordance with Trust Policy
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Have responsibility for advising and implementing processes across UHL to ensure Trust compliance with national policies including GMC and NHSE directives
Provide support and expertise to CMGs to ensure that UHL meets timescales and benchmarks set by external stakeholders against these policies
In conjunction with the Director of Medical Education, lead on the review, updating and implementation of UHLs Medical Education Strategy
Responsible for development, implementation and monitoring of local policies relating to education.
Provide complex information, written reports and data as requested by the GMC, NHSE or UHL Executive team relating to UHLs compliance/performance against local and national standards.
Develop and maintain communication with staff, internal/external stakeholders on complex matters, issues and ideas and/or in complex situations.
Communicate effectively, accurately and confidently on behalf of the Director of Medical Education at committees, forums and meetings within UHL and with external stakeholders.
Communication sensitive information to staff relating to management of change initiatives
Organise faculty development programmes with internal and external providers to meet GMC requirements for supervisors.
Please see attached job description for further details
Job description
Job responsibilities
Have responsibility for advising and implementing processes across UHL to ensure Trust compliance with national policies including GMC and NHSE directives
Provide support and expertise to CMGs to ensure that UHL meets timescales and benchmarks set by external stakeholders against these policies
In conjunction with the Director of Medical Education, lead on the review, updating and implementation of UHLs Medical Education Strategy
Responsible for development, implementation and monitoring of local policies relating to education.
Provide complex information, written reports and data as requested by the GMC, NHSE or UHL Executive team relating to UHLs compliance/performance against local and national standards.
Develop and maintain communication with staff, internal/external stakeholders on complex matters, issues and ideas and/or in complex situations.
Communicate effectively, accurately and confidently on behalf of the Director of Medical Education at committees, forums and meetings within UHL and with external stakeholders.
Communication sensitive information to staff relating to management of change initiatives
Organise faculty development programmes with internal and external providers to meet GMC requirements for supervisors.
Please see attached job description for further details
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Master level qualification
Desirable
- Project management qualification
Experience
Essential
- NHS experience within an educational environment at senior level for at least 3 years
- Extensive knowledge of UG and PG medical education
Analytical and Judgement
Essential
- Ability to synthesise and prioritise complex and potentially conflicting demand
- Proven experience of all aspects of budget management
Communication
Essential
- oExcellent communication and presentation skills with ability to convey complex information
- oAbility and vision to build and manage effective relationships with stakeholders
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Master level qualification
Desirable
- Project management qualification
Experience
Essential
- NHS experience within an educational environment at senior level for at least 3 years
- Extensive knowledge of UG and PG medical education
Analytical and Judgement
Essential
- Ability to synthesise and prioritise complex and potentially conflicting demand
- Proven experience of all aspects of budget management
Communication
Essential
- oExcellent communication and presentation skills with ability to convey complex information
- oAbility and vision to build and manage effective relationships with stakeholders
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.
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).
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.
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).
