Job summary
An outstanding individual is sought to fulfil the role of Deputy Training Programme Director for Thoracic (Surgery) and Education. They will work with the current Training Programme Directors and be accountable to the Deputy Dean via the Head of School of Surgery, they will play an important part in the direction of training programmes in Yorkshire and the Humber.
The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills and be able to work effectively as a member of a multi-professional team.
The post will be available on the basis of a secondment arrangement to HEE YH remunerated on the NHS Consultant Pay Scale - 0.5 PA per week.
All work undertaken is to be incorporated into the Consultant Job Plan.
This is a HEE YH widerole and the successful candidate will haveknowledge of all rotations and trainees.They will be expected to cover forthe TPDsduring periods of absence.
The post is not necessarily locality specific.
Main duties of the job
The role ofDeputy Training Programme Directoris to work with and support theHead of Schoolinleading the delivery ofa wide range of functions,aligned tothe Health Education England mandate.
TheDeputy Training Programme Directorisprofessionally and managerially accountable to theHead of School.The DeputyTraining Programme Directorwill focus upon improvement of learner supervision, assessment and experience, engagement of faculty and ensuring effective educational outcomes, both now and in the future. The role is evolvingand will also focuson whole workforce transformation and developing multi-professional links.
About us
To support the Postgraduate Dean and Head of School, Deputy Training Programme Directors will work across the spectrum of health and where relevant, social care, within the context of a team, so that the provision of education reflects changing service models. This will deliver an integrated workforce comprising individuals from a spectrum of professional and other backgrounds.
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.
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
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 the application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Primary medical qualification or On the Specialist Register
- Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty, Professional Association and/or Regulatory Body
Desirable
- Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, train the trainer etc)
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Leadership
- Problem solving
- Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills
- Organisation and time management skills
Desirable
- Sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty
- Strong sense of vision and ability to innovate
- Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context
- Experience of clinical and educational leadership
- Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
Desirable
- Understanding of the workforce transformation agenda
- Knowledge of the NHS (structures and processes)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Primary medical qualification or On the Specialist Register
- Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty, Professional Association and/or Regulatory Body
Desirable
- Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, train the trainer etc)
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Leadership
- Problem solving
- Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills
- Organisation and time management skills
Desirable
- Sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty
- Strong sense of vision and ability to innovate
- Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context
- Experience of clinical and educational leadership
- Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
Desirable
- Understanding of the workforce transformation agenda
- Knowledge of the NHS (structures and processes)
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).
