Job summary
The post holder will oversee the delivery of the ICM training Programme in NHSE England North West. It will cover the NW part of the Scheme.
The post holder will support the Head of School in the Strategic Development of the North West School of Intensive Care Medicine and contribute to supporting the School Operational Programme.
The post holder will be a member of the School Board and Intensive Care Medicine Speciality Training committee.
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 Intensive Care Medicine to develop and implement a Medical Workforce Strategy which supports the recruitment and retention of ICM Trainees and to promote health and well-being
Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
A collaborative and compassionate leadership style.
Promoting and developing a fair, diverse and inclusive approach
Performs all duties in a manner that supports and promotes NHSE's commitment to equal opportunities.
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
About us
If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit https://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.
If you are successful at interview, we will run an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) in the Electronic Staff Record system (ESR). This transfer gathers valuable information from a previous or current NHS employer to support the onboarding process, including; statutory and mandatory competency status, Continuous Service Dates (CSD), and annual leave entitlement. You will have the opportunity throughout the recruitment process to inform us if you do not consent.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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 Enhanced 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.
For full information, please see attached job description
You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification 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
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 Enhanced 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.
For full information, please see attached job description
You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification 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
- Consultant in Intensive Care Medicine on the Specialist Register
- Consultant currently working in NHS Trust in NW England
- Member / Fellow of the Royal College of Intensive Care Medicine
Desirable
- Education Qualification such as Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma or Masters in Medical Education
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with doctors in an educational context
- Experience as an educational supervisor especially for ICM trainees
Desirable
- Clinical Manager experience
- Previous or current appointment as a Leader in Healthcare Education would be desirable
- Experience in Recruitment
- Awareness of funding streams for Healthcare Education
- Understanding the Workforce Transformation agenda
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable leadership skills, consistent with own personal style, and an ability to motivate others
- Effective interpersonal skills, as well as written and oral presentation skills
- Committed to own professional development and learning
- Ability to remain curious, open to new ideas, and willingness to be challenged
- Adequate organisational skills to be able to deliver the operational aspects of the role in a timely manner
Desirable
- A clear sense of vision and an ability to innovate
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Consultant in Intensive Care Medicine on the Specialist Register
- Consultant currently working in NHS Trust in NW England
- Member / Fellow of the Royal College of Intensive Care Medicine
Desirable
- Education Qualification such as Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma or Masters in Medical Education
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with doctors in an educational context
- Experience as an educational supervisor especially for ICM trainees
Desirable
- Clinical Manager experience
- Previous or current appointment as a Leader in Healthcare Education would be desirable
- Experience in Recruitment
- Awareness of funding streams for Healthcare Education
- Understanding the Workforce Transformation agenda
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable leadership skills, consistent with own personal style, and an ability to motivate others
- Effective interpersonal skills, as well as written and oral presentation skills
- Committed to own professional development and learning
- Ability to remain curious, open to new ideas, and willingness to be challenged
- Adequate organisational skills to be able to deliver the operational aspects of the role in a timely manner
Desirable
- A clear sense of vision and an ability to innovate
Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
