Associate Head of School

1 week ago

Liverpool, United Kingdom NHS England Full time

Job summary

The appointee will become a member of the School Executive Team. They will be expected to attend training committee meetings, and support and co-ordinate the work of the TPDs.

The role of Associate Head of School is to work with and support the NHS England Postgraduate Dean in leading the delivery of a wide range of functions, aligned to the NHS England mandate.

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

Main duties of the job

To support the Postgraduate Dean, Heads of Schools with their Associates work across the spectrum of health and where relevant, social care, within the context of a team, so that the provision of education reflects changing service models. This will deliver an integrated workforce comprising individuals from a spectrum of professional and other backgrounds.

To work alongside the RCOA Regional Advisor to ensure the curriculum is delivered to the national standard and recruitment to the programme is managed alongside ANRO to national specifications.

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.

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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.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To contribute to workforce planning, ensuring clinical engagement with local and national workforce planning processes. To develop educational programmes where needed to support achievement of curriculum competencies, engaging with commissioning processes as required. To identify and support the implementation of alternative workforce solutions within the School. For full information please see attached Job Description. Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Primary clinical healthcare qualification. Consultant in Emergency Medicine on the Specialist Register Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty, professional association and/or regulatory body

Desirable

Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, Train the trainer, etc)

Experience

Essential

Considerable 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 Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years Active involvement in, and up to date with, appraisal processes Applicants who are doctors require a Licence to Practice

Desirable

Understanding of the workforce transformation agenda Knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes, including an understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters

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 Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills Excellent organisational and time management skills Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress

Desirable

Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders Knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes, including an understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters

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