Job summary
A GP Associate Dean role for London has become available at2 sessions per weekwith a view to starting as soon as possible.
The role is designed to support retention of the GP workforce with a particular responsibility for those seeking a return to the performers list practice after a break or those who qualified abroad and are seeking to join the performers list in the UK.
You will be responsible for assessing applications, finding suitable placements and supporting doctors as they progress through their training posts. You will also be required to prioritise supporting retention in under doctored areas and in contributing to other initiates designed to support retention in London.
Main duties of the job
The Associate Dean will have local responsibility for the co-ordination, provision and management of postgraduate general practice activities across London as well as providing input into the development of the primary care workforce throughpromoting multi-professional education. Responsibilities will include, amongst others:
To support and work with the Head of School for GP Education with the preparation, implementation and management of postgraduate general practice foundation and specialty training schemes within their patch.
To develop links and liaise with the Royal College of General Practitioners and the General Medical Council on the approval of posts selected for general practice training.
To liaise with emerging training hubs in their patches.
To liaise with internal and external senior stakeholders over issues relating to specialty training for general practice.
About us
The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
- Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
- Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
- Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
- Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
- Delivering value for money.
If you would like to know more or require further information, please visithttps://www.england.nhs.uk/.
Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.
Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.
NHS England hold a Sponsor Licence; this means that we may be able to sponsor you providing the Home Office requirements are met. To be eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route you'll usually need to be paid the 'standard' salary rate of at least £38,700 per year, or the 'going rate' for your job, whichever is higher. You can find more information on the Government website.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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.
Person Specification
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Excellent verbal communication and influencing skills including the ability to establish an effective rapport quickly with staff/stakeholders at all levels, gaining trust and respect.
- Excellent English language skills written, including the ability to write concise, analytical and well-constructed reports, presentations and committee papers, and to draft and edit guidance documentation.
- Ability to work independently, but also as part of a team, able to contribute to the wider mission of the organisation, with the ability to work flexibly
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and work on own initiative to manage own workload through effective prioritising and time management.
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in the leadership and delivery of education or professional development initiatives within the NHS
- Managerial experience within clinical education
- Specific expertise for role specific functions, notably expertise in one to one support for trainees/ learners with complex needs, and relevant coaching & mentoring skills
- Knowledge of research in medical education and/or professional development
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Full registration and in "good standing" with a clinical regulator ie GMC
- Membership of Royal College of GPs
- Accredited qualification in education or equivalent experience, e.g. Postgraduate certificate in Clinical Education, or accreditation by fellowship with "Advance HE" ( FHEA)
Person Specification
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Excellent verbal communication and influencing skills including the ability to establish an effective rapport quickly with staff/stakeholders at all levels, gaining trust and respect.
- Excellent English language skills written, including the ability to write concise, analytical and well-constructed reports, presentations and committee papers, and to draft and edit guidance documentation.
- Ability to work independently, but also as part of a team, able to contribute to the wider mission of the organisation, with the ability to work flexibly
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and work on own initiative to manage own workload through effective prioritising and time management.
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in the leadership and delivery of education or professional development initiatives within the NHS
- Managerial experience within clinical education
- Specific expertise for role specific functions, notably expertise in one to one support for trainees/ learners with complex needs, and relevant coaching & mentoring skills
- Knowledge of research in medical education and/or professional development
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Full registration and in "good standing" with a clinical regulator ie GMC
- Membership of Royal College of GPs
- Accredited qualification in education or equivalent experience, e.g. Postgraduate certificate in Clinical Education, or accreditation by fellowship with "Advance HE" ( FHEA)
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).
