Job summary
Revalidation Support Unit (RSU)
The Revalidation Support Unit is a professional unit within Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) that aims to support and improve professional standards across Wales.
We are looking to appointamotivated and enthusiastic GP to join the team as part-time GP Appraisal Coordinatorfor the North-west Wales and Powys region.We are seekingacandidatewho candemonstratethrough a competitive recruitment process, thepotential to successfully deliver all aspects of this post. They must be able to work flexibly and work effectively as part of a team of Appraisal Coordinators across Wales.If you have a keen interest in the GP Appraisal process in Wales and experience of appraising / supporting others, this role will allow you to become engaged in leading the appraisalprocess andfurther develop your own skills andexpertisein the area.
Main duties of the job
The GP Appraisal Coordinator will lead a team of Appraisers and co-ordinate all GP appraisal activity in theirregion(s). This includes contributing to the recruitment,trainingand management of Appraisers, and addressing their ongoing learning and development needs.The post holder will also be expected to attend and contribute to a range of appraisal meetings to discuss and potentially resolve, local and national issues. The post holder will be expected to drive and enhance the appraisal process in Wales by undertaking other key responsibilities, such as, contributing to quality assurance activities and working closely with a variety of stakeholders toprovideappraisal guidance and support.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome toapply.
Please note interviews will be held onFriday 20thFebruary 2026at Ty Dysgu Cefn Coed, Nantgarw CF15 7QQ.If successful at interview, you will be expected to undertake an extensive comprehensive induction led by the incumbent Appraisal Coordinatorsprior to the start date. The rolewillcommenceonthe9thApril 2026. Further information will be provided at the interview.
About us
Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) is the strategic workforce body for NHS Wales with statutory functions that include education and training, workforce planning, workforce development and transformation, leadership and succession planning, and careers. Our purpose is to develop a workforce that delivers excellent care to patients/service users and excellent population health. We are a Special Health Authority working closely with our partners; Social Care Wales, education providers, professional and regulatory bodies and Welsh Government.
HEIW's is committed to developing an internal culture of choice. Our Values reflect our thoughts, feelings and beliefs in how we will, and will not, behave and treat others:
- Respect for All in every contact we have with others,
- Ideas that Improve: Harnessing creativity and continuously innovating, evaluating and improving,
- Together as a Team: Working with colleagues across NHS Wales and with partner organisations.
HEIW received the HPMA Award for Employee Engagement in 2019.
What you can expect:
- a corporate induction and 90 day Welcome itinerary,
- compassionate leadership,
- a meaningful values based performance appraisal process,
- the opportunity to impact upon health and social care services and the lives and wellbeing of the people of Wales.
Many of our colleagues and stakeholders have commented on the buzz and atmosphere we create by working together as "One HEIW Team". Do you want to join that team?
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of NHS systems and structures
- Knowledge of leading and managing a team
- Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of RSU and stakeholders in managing the appraisal and revalidation process
Desirable
- Knowledge of educational theory and practice which are relevant for appraisal
- Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education or equivalent experience
- Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) Level 5 or equivalent experience
- Familiarity with examples of the application of best practice in relation to medical education and quality
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of undertaking GP appraisal in Wales in order to demonstrate good understanding of and commitment to the principles of appraisal
- Experience of appraising others with proven ability to facilitate a supportive and challenging discussion
- Time management skills, in particular, the ability to prioritise commitments in order to meet deadlines and attend appraisal meetings and conferences
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Excellent IT skills, proficient in using MS office and communication platforms
- Excellent communication skills, including demonstrable listening skills
- Proven negotiation and influencing skills
- Ability to understand and implement agreed policy relating to appraisal, and provide clear advice to others on this
- Ability to identify, develop and evidence effective working relationships with key stakeholders, particularly those within local area
- Knowledge of the national and local health care context including the revalidation agenda
- Evidence of commitment to own ongoing education and development
Desirable
- Understanding of human resources management including recruitment, training, and compliance
- Ability to speak Welsh
Other
Essential
- Proven ability to work effectively in a team
- Excellent personal motivation and ability to work independently
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of NHS systems and structures
- Knowledge of leading and managing a team
- Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of RSU and stakeholders in managing the appraisal and revalidation process
Desirable
- Knowledge of educational theory and practice which are relevant for appraisal
- Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education or equivalent experience
- Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) Level 5 or equivalent experience
- Familiarity with examples of the application of best practice in relation to medical education and quality
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of undertaking GP appraisal in Wales in order to demonstrate good understanding of and commitment to the principles of appraisal
- Experience of appraising others with proven ability to facilitate a supportive and challenging discussion
- Time management skills, in particular, the ability to prioritise commitments in order to meet deadlines and attend appraisal meetings and conferences
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Excellent IT skills, proficient in using MS office and communication platforms
- Excellent communication skills, including demonstrable listening skills
- Proven negotiation and influencing skills
- Ability to understand and implement agreed policy relating to appraisal, and provide clear advice to others on this
- Ability to identify, develop and evidence effective working relationships with key stakeholders, particularly those within local area
- Knowledge of the national and local health care context including the revalidation agenda
- Evidence of commitment to own ongoing education and development
Desirable
- Understanding of human resources management including recruitment, training, and compliance
- Ability to speak Welsh
Other
Essential
- Proven ability to work effectively in a team
- Excellent personal motivation and ability to work independently
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
