Training Programme Director - Medical Microbiology / Virology

NHS England

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Job summary

The Training Programme Director in Medical Mircobiology /Virology NW will support the Head of School in the Strategic Development of the School of Pathology.

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

Please note this is a 3-year secondment extendable to a maximum of three years, subject to mutual agreement

Main duties of the job

Work in collaboration with Head of School of Pathology to develop and implement a Medical Workforce Strategy which supports the recruitment and retention of Medical Microbiology/Virology Trainees with focus on the regional education programs.

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.

Date posted

16 July 2024

Pay scheme

Very senior manager (VSM)

Salary

£100,000 to £200,000 a year pro-rata

Contract

Secondment

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

990-NW-6464046-E

Job locations

Manchester 3 Piccadilly Place

Manchester

M1 3BN


Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide expert advice on Specialty specific matters to the Scheme.

To support the Head of School to ensure appropriate systems for Assessment, Rotational Management, Trainee Supervision & Support and other functions within the School.

To promote or lead work programmes on behalf of the School of Pathology.

To create and promote shared learning opportunities to increase effective inter-professional working across the School.

To contribute to Workforce Planning.

If you would like full information on the role, please see attached job

description.

If you like what you have read and think you have the skills and experience, we need then don't delay, apply today! We get lots of applications for our roles and so we sometimes have to close our posts early. Don't miss out!

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide expert advice on Specialty specific matters to the Scheme.

To support the Head of School to ensure appropriate systems for Assessment, Rotational Management, Trainee Supervision & Support and other functions within the School.

To promote or lead work programmes on behalf of the School of Pathology.

To create and promote shared learning opportunities to increase effective inter-professional working across the School.

To contribute to Workforce Planning.

If you would like full information on the role, please see attached job

description.

If you like what you have read and think you have the skills and experience, we need then don't delay, apply today! We get lots of applications for our roles and so we sometimes have to close our posts early. Don't miss out!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Consultant in Medical Microbiology / Virology
  • Fellow of the Royal College of Pathologists.
  • Consultant currently working in the NHS in the North West of 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 of the workforce transformation agenda
  • Experience in recruitment
  • Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years
  • Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
  • Applicants who are doctors require a Licence to Practise
  • Clinical Manager Experience

Desirable

  • Awareness of funding streams for education or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education
  • Previous or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education

Skills

Essential

  • Demonstrable Leadership skills and an ability to motivate others
  • A strong sense of vision and an 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
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills
  • Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress

Desirable

  • ability to rapidly establish academic credibility
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Consultant in Medical Microbiology / Virology
  • Fellow of the Royal College of Pathologists.
  • Consultant currently working in the NHS in the North West of 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 of the workforce transformation agenda
  • Experience in recruitment
  • Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years
  • Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
  • Applicants who are doctors require a Licence to Practise
  • Clinical Manager Experience

Desirable

  • Awareness of funding streams for education or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education
  • Previous or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education

Skills

Essential

  • Demonstrable Leadership skills and an ability to motivate others
  • A strong sense of vision and an 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
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills
  • Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress

Desirable

  • ability to rapidly establish academic credibility

UK Registration

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Additional information

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

NHS England

Address

Manchester 3 Piccadilly Place

Manchester

M1 3BN


Employer's website

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Employer details

Employer name

NHS England

Address

Manchester 3 Piccadilly Place

Manchester

M1 3BN


Employer's website

https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/working-for/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of School Pathology

Edmund Cheesman

edmund.cheesman2@nhs.net

Date posted

16 July 2024

Pay scheme

Very senior manager (VSM)

Salary

£100,000 to £200,000 a year pro-rata

Contract

Secondment

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

990-NW-6464046-E

Job locations

Manchester 3 Piccadilly Place

Manchester

M1 3BN


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