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Training Programme Director for Paediatrics

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NHS

7d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You should be an experienced NHS Consultant in Paediatrics, with solid leadership and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate within a multi-professional team effectively.
  • You will oversee regional training, address trainee concerns, manage recruitment, and handle postgraduate programme logistics, assessments, and support services.

Requirements

  • - The ideal candidate will be an experienced NHS Consultant with a thorough understanding of Paediatrics training across the region
  • - Strong leadership and communication skills
  • - Ability to work effectively as a member of a multi-professional team

Responsibilities

  • The Programme Director will ensure that both national standards, determined by the Royal College, and guidelines and standards established within Paediatrics are met. Responsibilities will include:
  • To oversee the Specialty’s Regional Training Programme
  • Specialty-specific matters and trainee/trainer concerns
  • Recruitment to training posts and programmes
  • Postgraduate programme management, including assessments, progression, rotations, support and remediation, OOP management, trainee management careers support, less than full-time training, inter-deanery transfer, academic training and other related work-streams.

FAQs

What is the main purpose of the Training Programme Director for Paediatrics role?

The main purpose is to lead the delivery of a wide range of functions within the specialty, ensuring that both national standards determined by the specialty Royal College and guidelines established within London are met.

What are the key responsibilities of the Training Programme Director?

Key responsibilities include overseeing the Specialty's Regional Training Programme, managing postgraduate training processes, addressing specialty-specific matters and trainee concerns, recruitment to training posts, and providing support for career progression and remediation.

What qualifications are required for the Training Programme Director position?

The ideal candidate should be an experienced NHS Consultant with a thorough understanding of Paediatrics training across the region, along with strong leadership and communication skills.

Who will the Training Programme Director work closely with?

The Training Programme Director will work closely with the Postgraduate Dean, Head of School, Deputy Heads of School, other specialty Training Programme Directors, and key departments, including the Quality team and the LaSE team.

What are the expected working conditions regarding in-person attendance?

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

Is there an expectation for continuous professional development for trainees?

Yes, the Programme Director will work with the Postgraduate Dean to produce doctors who strive for the highest standards of patient-centered care and commit to a lifetime of professional development.

How does the NHS aim to improve services through this role?

The NHS aims to improve services by enabling local systems to enhance health, making the NHS a great place to work, ensuring the workforce has the right skills and values, optimizing digital technology and innovation, and delivering value for money.

Where can I find more information about the role and the NHS?

For further details, you can visit the NHS England website at https://www.england.nhs.uk/.

Can I contact someone for an informal discussion about the role?

Yes, you can contact Jonathan Round, the Head of School Paediatrics, at jonathan.round2@nhs.net for further details or informal visits.

NHS

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Employees
2012
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

NHS England is the national health service of England, responsible for overseeing the delivery of healthcare services and improving the health and well-being of the population. Their focus is on ensuring high-quality, accessible, and equitable healthcare for all individuals in England. NHS England works collaboratively with healthcare providers, professionals, and stakeholders to shape and implement policies, strategies, and initiatives that promote better health outcomes and address the healthcare needs of the population. They aim to continuously improve the healthcare system, enhance patient experiences, and support the delivery of efficient and effective healthcare services across the country.