Job summary
The Training Programme Director in Medical Psychotherapy will support the Head of School in the Strategic Development of the School of Psychiatry.
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 Psychiatry to develop and implement a Medical Workforce Strategy which supports the recruitment and retention of Medical Psychotherapy Resident Doctors 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.
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.
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 Psychiatry
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.
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 youll 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 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 Psychiatry
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.
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 youll 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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Consultant in Medical Psychotherapy on the Specialist Register
- Member / Fellow of the Royal College of Psychiatrists
- Consultant currently working in NHS Trust in North-West England
Desirable
- oEducation 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
- Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
Desirable
- Clinical Manager Experience
- Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years
- Experience in Recruitment
- Awareness of funding streams for Healthcare Education
- Previous or current appointment as a Leader in Healthcare Education
- Previous or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education
- Understanding the Workforce Transformation agenda
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
- 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
Desirable
- Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills
- Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress
- Ability to rapidly establish academic credibility
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Consultant in Medical Psychotherapy on the Specialist Register
- Member / Fellow of the Royal College of Psychiatrists
- Consultant currently working in NHS Trust in North-West England
Desirable
- oEducation 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
- Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
Desirable
- Clinical Manager Experience
- Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years
- Experience in Recruitment
- Awareness of funding streams for Healthcare Education
- Previous or current appointment as a Leader in Healthcare Education
- Previous or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education
- Understanding the Workforce Transformation agenda
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
- 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
Desirable
- Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills
- Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress
- Ability to rapidly establish academic credibility
Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
