Training Programme Director - Forensic Psychiatry

NHS England

The closing date is 21 November 2024

Job summary

The post holder will oversee the delivery of the Forensic Psychiatry training Programme in NHSE England North West. It will cover both the East (formerly North West) and West (formerly Mersey) part of the Scheme.

The post holder will support the Head of School in the Strategic Development of the North West School of Psychiatry and contribute to supporting the School Operational Programme.

The post holder will be a member of the School Board and Forensic Psychiatry Speciality Training committee.

Please note this is a 3-year secondment with potential to extend to a maximum of three years, subject to mutual agreement.

Main duties of the job

To support the Head of School in managing trainee underperformance with the support of the Lead Associate Dean for the specialty, in line with the NHSE North West Office Doctors and Dentists Review Group/Trainees Requiring Enhances Support framework.

To attend the Specialty School Board and support the Head of School in facilitating appropriate engagement from Training Programme Directors and other stakeholders.

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.

NHS England hold a Sponsor Licence; this means that we may be able to sponsor you providing the Home Office requirements are met. To be eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route you'll usually need to be paid the 'standard' salary rate of at least £38,700 per year, or the 'going rate' for your job, whichever is higher. You can find more information on the Government website.

Date posted

07 November 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

Depending on experience In line with TPD sessional payments

Contract

Secondment

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

990-NW-6744734-E

Job locations

Any North West NHS England Office

Manchester

M1 3BN


Job description

Job responsibilities

Work in collaboration with Head of School of Psychiatry to develop and implement a Medical Workforce Strategy which supports the recruitment and retention of Forensic Psychiatry Trainees and to promote Health and well-being

For full job information please see attached job description.

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

Work in collaboration with Head of School of Psychiatry to develop and implement a Medical Workforce Strategy which supports the recruitment and retention of Forensic Psychiatry Trainees and to promote Health and well-being

For full job information please see attached job description.

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

  • Consultant in Forensic Psychiatry on the Specialist Register
  • Member /Fellow of Royal College of Psychiatrists

Desirable

  • Education Qualification such as Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma or Masters in Medical Education

Experience

Essential

  • Considerable experience of working with doctors in an educational context
  • Experience as an educational supervisor
  • Understanding in Workforce Transformation agenda
  • Experience in recruitment
  • Awareness of funding streams for Healthcare education

Desirable

  • Clinical Manager Experience
  • Previous or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education

Skills

Essential

  • Demonstrable Leadership skills and an ability to motivate others
  • Strong interpersonal communication and written skills
  • Committed to own professional development and learning

Desirable

  • A strong sense of vision and an ability to innovate
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Consultant in Forensic Psychiatry on the Specialist Register
  • Member /Fellow of Royal College of Psychiatrists

Desirable

  • Education Qualification such as Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma or Masters in Medical Education

Experience

Essential

  • Considerable experience of working with doctors in an educational context
  • Experience as an educational supervisor
  • Understanding in Workforce Transformation agenda
  • Experience in recruitment
  • Awareness of funding streams for Healthcare education

Desirable

  • Clinical Manager Experience
  • Previous or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education

Skills

Essential

  • Demonstrable Leadership skills and an ability to motivate others
  • Strong interpersonal communication and written skills
  • Committed to own professional development and learning

Desirable

  • A strong sense of vision and an ability to innovate

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Additional information

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

NHS England

Address

Any North West NHS England Office

Manchester

M1 3BN


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

NHS England

Address

Any North West NHS England Office

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 Psychiatry

John Stevens

john.stevens12@nhs.net

Date posted

07 November 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

Depending on experience In line with TPD sessional payments

Contract

Secondment

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

990-NW-6744734-E

Job locations

Any North West NHS England Office

Manchester

M1 3BN


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