Job summary
The Generic GP PCME is responsible for delivery of quality assured education at Postgraduate School of General Practice level.
The education will be group-based and mapped against the curriculum and learners' needs.
The post holder will work with the Deanery course leads and other lead educators to deliver the relevant education.
The successful candidate will be primarily involved in delivery of courses and will need to be flexible to be available with sufficient notice.
The post holder must be on the GMC GP Register with at least one year's experience in general practice post-CCT.
Main duties of the job
To work and function as a member of the lead educator team
To balance areas of activity and work with other members of the educator team to ensure a co-ordinated delivery of courses.
To facilitate the educational development of supervisors and their CPD.
To attend Programme and Deanery meetings when requested
Liaison with the educational supervisors across the deanery.
- To liaise with Foundation Programme Directors and GP Tutors to ensure continuity in the 'lifelong curriculum'
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.
Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the educator team to plan and deliver a balanced programme with a range of learning opportunities for supervisors and other learners.
To Develop and facilitate group learning opportunities to meet the needs of a balanced programme, local Academy or the PGSGP
For full role details, please see the attached job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the educator team to plan and deliver a balanced programme with a range of learning opportunities for supervisors and other learners.
To Develop and facilitate group learning opportunities to meet the needs of a balanced programme, local Academy or the PGSGP
For full role details, please see the attached job description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Primary medical degree
- On GMC GP Register with a minimum of one year's post-CCT experience in the specialty
- Current licence to practice and fully engaged in annual appraisal and revalidation
- Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty, professional association and/or regulatory body
- Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, Train the Trainer, etc.)
Desirable
- on the Medical Performers list and be actively engaged in GP clinical practice
- On GMC register of approved GP trainers or clinical supervisors
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context
- Experience of clinical and educational leadership and innovation, including managing a multi-professional team
- Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
- Understanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges/Faculties, professional bodies, related NHS organisations and regulatory bodies
- Understanding of the workforce transformation agenda
- Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and equality and diversity trained in last 3 years
- Active involvement in, and up to date with, appraisal processes
- Knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes, including an understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters, the Gold Guide and educational theory
Desirable
- Previous or current appointment as a Leader in Healthcare Education
- Awareness of funding streams for Healthcare Education
- Understanding of current health, social care and education policy
Skills
Essential
- 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
- 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
- Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Primary medical degree
- On GMC GP Register with a minimum of one year's post-CCT experience in the specialty
- Current licence to practice and fully engaged in annual appraisal and revalidation
- Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty, professional association and/or regulatory body
- Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, Train the Trainer, etc.)
Desirable
- on the Medical Performers list and be actively engaged in GP clinical practice
- On GMC register of approved GP trainers or clinical supervisors
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context
- Experience of clinical and educational leadership and innovation, including managing a multi-professional team
- Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
- Understanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges/Faculties, professional bodies, related NHS organisations and regulatory bodies
- Understanding of the workforce transformation agenda
- Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and equality and diversity trained in last 3 years
- Active involvement in, and up to date with, appraisal processes
- Knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes, including an understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters, the Gold Guide and educational theory
Desirable
- Previous or current appointment as a Leader in Healthcare Education
- Awareness of funding streams for Healthcare Education
- Understanding of current health, social care and education policy
Skills
Essential
- 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
- 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
- Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
