Job summary
The TPD role involves working with the local education team supporting Doctors in GP Training to perform and achieve their potential during GP Training hopefully graduating with MRCGP.
The role involves preparation and delivery of teaching sessions as well as pastoral support for a small group and individuals within the GP Training Programme. There is an expectation to work within the local programme team, help support trainers and be involved in the assessment process.
We are looking to recruit a TPD on 2 sessions for the Black CountryGP Training Programme.
Remuneration will for 2 sessions at GP01 point of national GP educator pay scale.
Please note although based in the local programme there will be regular travel around the West Midlands.
Main duties of the job
- Working with teams to facilitate induction of Doctors in GP Training, providing additional support for international doctors or those new to the NHS.
- Working with GP practices and other education providers to ensure that balanced and quality rotations are available to Doctors in GP Training
- Responsibility for organising and participating in the educational programme for Doctors in GP Training, including some face to face and virtual education delivery.
- Support for both Doctors in GP Training and local educators to ensure any developments are well-communicated and issues addressed.
- Ensuring that all Doctors in GP Training are assessed appropriately and that the ARCP processes are implemented
- Work with the senior educators and staff of the GP School to continue to be innovative and to develop the provision of education, both for GP Doctors in GP Training, and also other learners working in primary care settings, including collaboration with the local Training Hub, Trusts and other education providers.
About us
Our staff bring expertise across clinical, operational, commissioning, technology, data science, cyber security, software engineering, education, and commercial specialisms -- enabling us to design and deliver high-quality NHS services.
We lead the NHS in England 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 people can develop and make a difference
- 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
Earlier this year, the Government announced that NHS England will gradually merge with the Department of Health and Social Care, to create a smaller, more strategic centre that reduces duplication and waste.
If successful at interview, we will initiate an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) via the Electronic Staff Record (ESR). This retrieves key data from your current or previous NHS employer to support onboarding, including competency status, Continuous Service Dates (CSD), and annual leave entitlement. You may opt out at any stage of the process.
Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role is a great opportunity to join a dynamic team supporting the Primary Care Dean and GP Head of School in improving learner experience and safety, and ultimately the patient experience in the West Midlands.
If the role interests you, please apply as soon as possible
Additional information from Dr David Palmer (david.palmer30@nhs.net)
You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the attached Job Description and any other supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role is a great opportunity to join a dynamic team supporting the Primary Care Dean and GP Head of School in improving learner experience and safety, and ultimately the patient experience in the West Midlands.
If the role interests you, please apply as soon as possible
Additional information from Dr David Palmer (david.palmer30@nhs.net)
You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the attached Job Description and any other supporting documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Medical or Dental Practitioner with a current licence to practise or hold a Certificate of Completion of Training (or equivalent) in Public Health (for roles in School of Public Health).
- Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty or professional association relevant to the advertised role's Specialty
- Applicants must be in current NHS clinical practice (or similar setting), or within 2 years of ceasing clinical practice, whilst in this post
- Applicants, regardless of professional background, must have a track record of professionalism in line with the principles set out in Good Medical Practice and compatible with appointment in a senior clinical educator role.
- Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development.
- Active involvement in, and up to date with, NHS appraisal processes.
- Applicants who are GPs are normally required to be on the National Performer's List (unless they are solely undertaking an educational management role).
Desirable
- Higher educational qualification such as a postgraduate certificate, diploma or Master's in education.
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Good working knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes.
- Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
- Experience of working with learners and doctors in training in an educational context.
- Experience of clinical and educational leadership including across multi-professional teams
- Understanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges/Faculties, professional bodies, National Institute for Health Research and academic training, NHS organisations and regulatory bodies
Desirable
- Previous or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education
- Previous experience in the recruitment and selection of doctors / learners to educational programmes.
- Awareness of funding streams for healthcare education
- Understanding of current health, social care and education policy
- An understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- A strong sense of vision, leadership and ability to innovate
- Proven negotiation skills
- Politically astute with an ability to sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty
- Ability to critically appraise and problem solve whilst maintaining objectivity
- Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills.
- Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders.
- Proven organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to support others (pastoral skills) and to help others develop and progress
Behaviours and Values
Essential
- Able to demonstrate NHSE WT&E's values and commitment to the values described in the NHS Constitution
- Commitment to own personal development.
- Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Commitment and enthusiasm for education and training
- Adaptable in approach including the flexibility to work in changing environments
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Medical or Dental Practitioner with a current licence to practise or hold a Certificate of Completion of Training (or equivalent) in Public Health (for roles in School of Public Health).
- Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty or professional association relevant to the advertised role's Specialty
- Applicants must be in current NHS clinical practice (or similar setting), or within 2 years of ceasing clinical practice, whilst in this post
- Applicants, regardless of professional background, must have a track record of professionalism in line with the principles set out in Good Medical Practice and compatible with appointment in a senior clinical educator role.
- Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development.
- Active involvement in, and up to date with, NHS appraisal processes.
- Applicants who are GPs are normally required to be on the National Performer's List (unless they are solely undertaking an educational management role).
Desirable
- Higher educational qualification such as a postgraduate certificate, diploma or Master's in education.
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Good working knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes.
- Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
- Experience of working with learners and doctors in training in an educational context.
- Experience of clinical and educational leadership including across multi-professional teams
- Understanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges/Faculties, professional bodies, National Institute for Health Research and academic training, NHS organisations and regulatory bodies
Desirable
- Previous or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education
- Previous experience in the recruitment and selection of doctors / learners to educational programmes.
- Awareness of funding streams for healthcare education
- Understanding of current health, social care and education policy
- An understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- A strong sense of vision, leadership and ability to innovate
- Proven negotiation skills
- Politically astute with an ability to sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty
- Ability to critically appraise and problem solve whilst maintaining objectivity
- Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills.
- Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders.
- Proven organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to support others (pastoral skills) and to help others develop and progress
Behaviours and Values
Essential
- Able to demonstrate NHSE WT&E's values and commitment to the values described in the NHS Constitution
- Commitment to own personal development.
- Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Commitment and enthusiasm for education and training
- Adaptable in approach including the flexibility to work in changing environments
Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
