Head of Delivery – Education and Examinations

3 days ago


Edinburgh, United Kingdom Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh Full time

Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

Head of Delivery – Education and Examinations

Location: Hybrid working, two days a week in the office in Edinburgh

Salary: Circa £70,000 per annum

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, established in 1505, is a prestigious institution committed to enhancing surgical standards and healthcare worldwide. Headquartered in Edinburgh, it provides globally recognised qualifications, such as MRCS and FRCS, to support the professional growth of surgeons and healthcare professionals across over 100 countries. Through its initiatives in research funding, education, conferences, and public outreach, RCSEd promotes innovation in surgical practice and shapes health policy, upholding its historical legacy as a leader in surgical excellence and patient care.

The Head of Delivery – Education and Examinations is a pivotal role within the Examinations and Education Directorate, focused on delivering top-tier educational and assessment services to RCSEd members and the medical community at large. This directorate aims to ensure that its educational and assessment programmes are effective, supporting professional growth and maintaining high standards across the healthcare field.

As Head of Delivery – Education and Examinations, you will lead the education and examinations team, driving the development and execution of strategic plans to deliver high-quality educational offerings. Primary responsibilities include overseeing the team’s budget, ensuring effective resource utilisation, and taking accountability for the timely delivery of educational programmes and examinations.

As part of the directorate’s leadership team, you will play a significant role in shaping and executing the business plan, ensuring the directorate’s strategy is effectively implemented. You will also work to embed the organisation’s core values and behaviours within your teams.

We seek an accomplished leader with experience managing a complex delivery function and adept at engaging diverse stakeholders. Candidates will bring a strong track record of leadership in an educational setting, coupled with demonstrable experience of budget management. Key attributes include the ability to inspire and lead teams, cultivate a high-performance culture, and promote an environment of inclusivity and customer focus.

To apply and for further details please click 'Apply'.

For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Khadeeja.Khalid@gatenbysanderson.com or Laura.Turley@gatenbysanderson.com 

Closing date for applications: Monday, 2nd December at 12.00 noon 


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