Job summary
Training Programme Directors have specific responsibilities as agreed in their job plans but retain corporate responsibility with the LTPD for the organisation and supervision of specialty training programmes for general practice within HENE+NC in line with the national curriculum.
This appointment is to the Postgraduate School of Primary Care. The post will be based at Northumbria Valley GPTP but the post holder may be asked to work in any of the School's Training Programmes.
There are 2 sessions available (8 hours) per week
Main duties of the job
Training Programme Directors have specific responsibilities as agreed in their job plans but retain corporate responsibility with the LTPD for the organisation and supervision of specialty training programmes for general practice within HENE+NC in line with the national curriculum.
About us
HEE provides leadership for the education and training system. It ensures that the shape and skills of the future health and public health workforce evolve to sustain high quality outcomes for patients in the face of demographic and technological change. HEE ensures that the workforce has the right skills, behaviours and training, and is available in the right numbers, to support the delivery of excellent healthcare and drive improvements through supporting healthcare providers and clinicians to take greater responsibility for planning and commissioning education and training.Our ambition is to be the best organisation of our type in the world by living our values every day.Our Core Values are that everyone feels valued and respected and are included and involved in everything that affects them; are trusted to make decisions with clear reasons in order to be empowered to deliver; are committed to clear, effective communication, which is transparent and open when sharing information; takes pride and has integrity in everything we do and recognises that everyone has a significant contribution whilst taking personal responsibility and accountability for actions and behaviours.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Organising and delivering the taught course to doctors in GP training
- Advising and supporting hospital and GP trainers
- Assisting in recruitment and selection of doctors in GP training
- Resourcing the assessment systems (ARCP)
- Support to doctors in difficulty, including early warning, needs assessment and support to trainers of such doctors
- Training the workforce (GP Educationalists, admin, GP and hospital trainers, educational and clinical supervisors)
- Supporting the Lead Training Programme Director as required to fulfil the Schools agreed functions
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.
Secondments
Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only,agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting theapplication.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Organising and delivering the taught course to doctors in GP training
- Advising and supporting hospital and GP trainers
- Assisting in recruitment and selection of doctors in GP training
- Resourcing the assessment systems (ARCP)
- Support to doctors in difficulty, including early warning, needs assessment and support to trainers of such doctors
- Training the workforce (GP Educationalists, admin, GP and hospital trainers, educational and clinical supervisors)
- Supporting the Lead Training Programme Director as required to fulfil the Schools agreed functions
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.
Secondments
Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only,agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting theapplication.
Person Specification
Behaviours and Values
Essential
- oAble to demonstrate HEE's values and commitment to the values described in the NHS Constitution.
- oCommitment to own personal development.
- oCommitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- oCommitment and enthusiasm for education and training.
- oAdaptable in approach including the flexibility to work in changing environments.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- oA strong sense of vision, leadership and ability to innovate.
- oProven negotiation skills.
- oPolitically astute with an ability to sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty.
- oAbility to critically appraise and problem solve whilst maintaining objectivity.
- oStrong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills.
- oAbility to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders.
- oProven organisational and time management skills.
- oAbility to support others (pastoral skills) and to help others develop and progress.
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- oGood working knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes.
- oDemonstrable track record of delivery in service and education.
- oExperience of working with learners and doctors in training in an educational context.
- oExperience of clinical and educational leadership including across multi-professional teams.
- oUnderstanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges/Faculties, professional bodies, National Institute for Health Research and academic training, NHS organisations and regulatory bodies.
Desirable
- oPrevious or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education.
- oPrevious experience in the recruitment and selection of doctors / learners to educational programmes.
- oAwareness of funding streams for healthcare education.
- oUnderstanding of current health, social care and education policy.
- oAn understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters.
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- oRegistered Medical or Dental Practitioner with a current licence to practise or hold a Certificate of Completion of Training (or equivalent)
- oMembership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty or professional association relevant to the advertised role's Specialty.
- oApplicants should either work in NHS clinical practice (or similar setting) or should have previously undertaken clinical practice within the last 2 years prior to the intended start date of the role
- oApplicants, 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.
- oAttendance at courses aimed to support educational development.
- oActive involvement in, and up to date with, NHS appraisal processes.
- oApplicants who are GPs are normally required to be on the National Performer's List (unless they are solely undertaking an educational management role).
Desirable
- oHigher educational qualification such as a postgraduate certificate, diploma or Master's in education.
Person Specification
Behaviours and Values
Essential
- oAble to demonstrate HEE's values and commitment to the values described in the NHS Constitution.
- oCommitment to own personal development.
- oCommitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- oCommitment and enthusiasm for education and training.
- oAdaptable in approach including the flexibility to work in changing environments.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- oA strong sense of vision, leadership and ability to innovate.
- oProven negotiation skills.
- oPolitically astute with an ability to sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty.
- oAbility to critically appraise and problem solve whilst maintaining objectivity.
- oStrong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills.
- oAbility to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders.
- oProven organisational and time management skills.
- oAbility to support others (pastoral skills) and to help others develop and progress.
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- oGood working knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes.
- oDemonstrable track record of delivery in service and education.
- oExperience of working with learners and doctors in training in an educational context.
- oExperience of clinical and educational leadership including across multi-professional teams.
- oUnderstanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges/Faculties, professional bodies, National Institute for Health Research and academic training, NHS organisations and regulatory bodies.
Desirable
- oPrevious or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education.
- oPrevious experience in the recruitment and selection of doctors / learners to educational programmes.
- oAwareness of funding streams for healthcare education.
- oUnderstanding of current health, social care and education policy.
- oAn understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters.
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- oRegistered Medical or Dental Practitioner with a current licence to practise or hold a Certificate of Completion of Training (or equivalent)
- oMembership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty or professional association relevant to the advertised role's Specialty.
- oApplicants should either work in NHS clinical practice (or similar setting) or should have previously undertaken clinical practice within the last 2 years prior to the intended start date of the role
- oApplicants, 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.
- oAttendance at courses aimed to support educational development.
- oActive involvement in, and up to date with, NHS appraisal processes.
- oApplicants who are GPs are normally required to be on the National Performer's List (unless they are solely undertaking an educational management role).
Desirable
- oHigher educational qualification such as a postgraduate certificate, diploma or Master's in education.
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).
