Job summary
The Training Programme Director for Trainees Requiring Extra Support (TRES) will support the Head of School in Strategic Development of the School of Surgery
The post holder will lead on the development of the School's Recruitment and Retention Strategy and contribute to supporting the School Operational Programme.
The post holder will be a member of the School Board.
As a result of NHS England's (NHSE) integration into the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), please note that the end date for all new educator secondments/posts will be 31st October 2026. The successful applicant will be updated regarding potential extensions beyond this date
Main duties of the job
The post holder will specifically have responsibility for:
- Development and implementation of strategy to improve support for TRES trainees. This will include education and enhanced roles in development of educators and post graduate doctors in training (PGDIT)
- Act as liaison to support PGDIT's who have developmental needs (portfolio, targeted competencies or enhanced support) either identified by specialty specific training programme directors or educators.
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.
If you are successful at interview, we will run an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) in the Electronic Staff Record system (ESR). This transfer gathers valuable information from a previous or current NHS employer to support the onboarding process, including; statutory and mandatory competency status, Continuous Service Dates (CSD), and annual leave entitlement. You will have the opportunity throughout the recruitment process to inform us if you do not consent.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Programme Director will ensure that both national standards, determined by the Royal College, and guidelines and standards established within Surgery are met.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced NHS Consultant who will also have strong leadership and communication skills and be able to work effectively as a member of a multi-professional team.
You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.
Secondments
Applicants 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
The Programme Director will ensure that both national standards, determined by the Royal College, and guidelines and standards established within Surgery are met.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced NHS Consultant who will also have strong leadership and communication skills and be able to work effectively as a member of a multi-professional team.
You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.
Secondments
Applicants 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
- Consultant in a Surgical discipline working in NHS in North-West England
Desirable
- Education Qualification such as Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma or Masters in Medical Education
Experience
Essential
- Experience of organising / delivering education programmes / courses
- Considerable experience of working with doctors in an educational context
- Experience as an educational supervisor
- Previous or current appointment as a Leader in Healthcare Education
- Understanding the Workforce Transformation agenda
- Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years
- Applicants who are doctors require a Licence to Practise
- Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
Desirable
- Clinical Manager Experience
- Experience in Constructive appraisal and feedback of strengths, weaknesses and training needs
- Knowledge of principles of Performance support in medical education and training and awareness of recent changes in the delivery of medical education and training nationally and locally
- Awareness of funding streams for Healthcare Education
- Experience in mentoring and / or coaching
Skills
Essential
- Demonstratable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
- 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
Desirable
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress
- Ability to maintain an open mind with a non-judgemental approach when interacting with a trainee
- Ability to employ a collaborative approach with shared decision-making
- Ability to rapidly establish academic credibility
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Consultant in a Surgical discipline working in NHS in North-West England
Desirable
- Education Qualification such as Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma or Masters in Medical Education
Experience
Essential
- Experience of organising / delivering education programmes / courses
- Considerable experience of working with doctors in an educational context
- Experience as an educational supervisor
- Previous or current appointment as a Leader in Healthcare Education
- Understanding the Workforce Transformation agenda
- Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years
- Applicants who are doctors require a Licence to Practise
- Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
Desirable
- Clinical Manager Experience
- Experience in Constructive appraisal and feedback of strengths, weaknesses and training needs
- Knowledge of principles of Performance support in medical education and training and awareness of recent changes in the delivery of medical education and training nationally and locally
- Awareness of funding streams for Healthcare Education
- Experience in mentoring and / or coaching
Skills
Essential
- Demonstratable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
- 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
Desirable
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress
- Ability to maintain an open mind with a non-judgemental approach when interacting with a trainee
- Ability to employ a collaborative approach with shared decision-making
- Ability to rapidly establish academic credibility
Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
