Job summary
The Training Programme Director (TPD) role is responsible for leading and co-ordinating the training of GP specialty trainees across the Central / South Manchester training programme.
This will include managing the programme for the future and ensuring it can adapt to meet the future needs of the NHSE. The post holder will work with the Head of School, local Associate Dean (GP) and other local educators to ensure each post within the programme meets the standards defined by the GMC, Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) and NHS England.
They will ensure each post enables trainees to access a comprehensive range of experiences which will enable them to meet the requirements of the curriculum during their participation in the programme.
The post holder must be on the GMC GP Register with a minimum of one year's post-CCT experience in the specialty. They must also meet the GMC standards for educational supervisors, be engaged in active clinical practice and in the revalidation process.
Main duties of the job
To work with the Head of School:
To provide effective clinical leadership, contributing to the strategic development of NHSE.
To contribute to the vision of the local NHSE and to enhance patient care by providing leadership and direction with respect to the quality
To be an advocate and a positive role model on behalf of NHSE, by promoting leadership that inspires, motivates and empowers all staff,
To work on behalf of NHSE, providing expert advice on specialty specific matters.
To work locally with key groups and stakeholders, to attend and host events across the regions, to develop key liaisons and to ensure effective local engagement and responsiveness in line with the culture of NHSE.
To review how multi-professional healthcare teams interact and identify opportunities for different healthcare professions to work
To work with providers and others to support and capture innovation locally and ensure national and local conversations develop 'best practice'.
About us
On 1 April 2023 Health Education England became part of the new NHS England. Our people are our most important asset; recruiting and retaining the best talent remains crucial to our success. We continue to recruit externally where we cannot fill vacancies internally. We hope you choose to join us but please be aware that some roles may be subject to change in the future. We want to attract and retain highly skilled people to enable us to work with our partners to plan, recruit, educate and train the health workforce. Please note, some supporting documentation attached to this vacancy refers to the legacy organisation, previously known as Health Education England, now NHS England. Work is continuing to harmonise the new NHS England recruitment service and any reference to Health Education England will be updated in due course. More information about the transition to the new NHS England is available here.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work with the Head of School:
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
To be an advocate and a positive role model on behalf of HEE, by promoting leadership that inspires, motivates and empowers all staff,
To work on behalf of NHSE, providing expert advice on specialty specific matters.
You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the attached 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!
SecondmentsApplicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only,agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work with the Head of School:
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
To be an advocate and a positive role model on behalf of HEE, by promoting leadership that inspires, motivates and empowers all staff,
To work on behalf of NHSE, providing expert advice on specialty specific matters.
You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the attached 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!
SecondmentsApplicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only,agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Primary medical degree
- On GMC GP Register with a minimum of one year's post-CCT experience in the specialty
- Current licence to practice and fully engaged in annual appraisal and revalidation
- Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty, professional association and/or regulatory body
- Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, Train the Trainer, etc.)
Desirable
- On GP Performers list, be engaged in active clinical practice
- On GMC register of approved GP trainers or clinical supervisors
- Educational qualification e.g. Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education, Masters in Medical Education or equivalent such as Fellow of the Academy of Medical Educators.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context
- Experience of clinical and educational leadership and innovation, including managing a multi-professional team
- 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
- Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years
- Active involvement in, and up to date with, appraisal processes
- Knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes, including an understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters, the Gold Guide and educational theory
Desirable
- Trained and experienced in recruitment and selection processes Previous or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education
- Previous or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education
- Awareness of funding streams for Healthcare Education
- Understanding of current health, social care and education policy
Skills
Essential
- 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
Desirable
- ability to rapidly establish academic credibility
- Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Primary medical degree
- On GMC GP Register with a minimum of one year's post-CCT experience in the specialty
- Current licence to practice and fully engaged in annual appraisal and revalidation
- Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty, professional association and/or regulatory body
- Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, Train the Trainer, etc.)
Desirable
- On GP Performers list, be engaged in active clinical practice
- On GMC register of approved GP trainers or clinical supervisors
- Educational qualification e.g. Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education, Masters in Medical Education or equivalent such as Fellow of the Academy of Medical Educators.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context
- Experience of clinical and educational leadership and innovation, including managing a multi-professional team
- 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
- Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years
- Active involvement in, and up to date with, appraisal processes
- Knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes, including an understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters, the Gold Guide and educational theory
Desirable
- Trained and experienced in recruitment and selection processes Previous or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education
- Previous or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education
- Awareness of funding streams for Healthcare Education
- Understanding of current health, social care and education policy
Skills
Essential
- 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
Desirable
- ability to rapidly establish academic credibility
- Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
Additional information
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
