GP CPD Lead - Digital Learning

NHS; Nantgarw; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization is seeking a GP CPD Lead - Digital Learning to develop and manage high-quality online continuing professional development resources for General Practitioners across Wales. The successful applicant will lead quality assurance processes and build partnerships to enhance online learning experiences. Applicants must possess GMC registration, and familiarity with digital education principles is required. Commitment to bilingual resource development is desirable as well. Flexible working options available.

Benefits

Flexible working

Corporate induction and support

Opportunity to impact healthcare services

Qualifications

• GMC registration with a licence to practise as a General Practitioner in the UK.
• Sound understanding of CPD principles and adult learning theory.
• Familiarity with digital learning environments, including Y Ty Dysgu.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and delivery of online CPD resources for General Practitioners.
• Ensure clinical accuracy and relevance of existing e-resources.
• Build a network of clinical content creators to support online offerings.

Skills

GMC registration as a General Practitioner

Strong digital literacy

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Commitment to inclusive education

Education

Postgraduate qualification in medical education or related field

Tools

Online learning platforms

Content management systems

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent GP CPD Lead - Digital Learning within the Revalidation Support Unit. The postholder will lead the development, delivery, and evaluation of high-quality online CPD resources for General Practitioners across Wales, ensuring alignment with HEIW's strategic priorities and the evolving needs of primary care.

The successful applicant must hold GMC registration with a licence to practise as a General Practitioner in the UK, and a GMC connection to a designated body in Wales for the purposes of revalidation.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will lead on the publication and maintenance of GP CPD content on HEIW's learning platform - Y Ty Dysgu. This will be done in collaboration with our existing GP CPD Leads and the office team including the Head of RSU.

The postholder will lead and contribute to the ongoing quality assurance of our existing e-resources ensuring clinical accuracy and relevance.

The postholder will be expected to build a network of clinical content creators, authors and specialists to support the development and evolution of our online offerings.

Utilising their experience of using or contributing to online education platforms, the postholder will explore innovative opportunities and solutions that will enhance the user learning experience.

About us

Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) is the strategic workforce body for NHS Wales with statutory functions that include education and training, workforce planning, workforce development and transformation, leadership and succession planning, and careers. Our purpose is to develop a workforce that delivers excellent care to patients/service users and excellent population health. We are a Special Health Authority working closely with our partners; Social Care Wales, education providers, professional and regulatory bodies and Welsh Government.

HEIW's is committed to developing an internal culture of choice. Our Values reflect our thoughts, feelings and beliefs in how we will, and will not, behave and treat others:

• Respect for All in every contact we have with others,
• Ideas that Improve: Harnessing creativity and continuously innovating, evaluating and improving,
• Together as a Team: Working with colleagues across NHS Wales and with partner organisations.

HEIW received the HPMA Award for Employee Engagement in 2019.

What you can expect:

• a corporate induction and 90 day Welcome itinerary,
• a meaningful values based performance appraisal process,
• the opportunity to impact upon health and social care services and the lives and wellbeing of the people of Wales.

Many of our colleagues and stakeholders have commented on the buzz and atmosphere we create by working together as "One HEIW Team". Do you want to join that team?

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

• GMC registration with a licence to practise as a General Practitioner in the UK.
• GMC connection to a designated body in Wales for the purposes of revalidation
• Sound understanding of CPD principles, adult learning theory, and professional development frameworks
• Postgraduate qualification in medical education, digital learning, or a related field
• Understanding of Welsh Language Standards and commitment to bilingual resource development

Experience

• Proven experience in general practice within NHS Wales
• Demonstrated involvement in medical education, CPD delivery, or professional development activities.
• Experience using or contributing to online learning platforms or digital education tools.
• Evidence of collaborative working across teams or disciplines in healthcare or education.
• Experience in developing e-learning content, webinars, or blended learning programmes
• Experience in evaluating educational impact or quality assurance of learning resources
• Participation in regional or national educational initiatives or working groups

Skills and Attributes

• Strong digital literacy, including confidence using online platforms, virtual meeting tools, and content management systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely
• Commitment to inclusive and accessible education, including awareness of Welsh Language Standards and digital accessibility

Qualifications and Knowledge

• Familiarity with digital learning environments including Y Ty Dysgu
• Awareness of HEIW's strategic priorities and the role of CPD in supporting medical education and quality improvement
• Knowledge of the structure and workings of Primary Care and Community Care Services in NHS Wales

Skills and Attributes

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, managing time and priorities effectively across multiple projects
• Strong attention to detail, particularly in reviewing educational content and ensuring quality standards
• Creative approach to content design and learner engagement
• Ability to interpret data and feedback to inform improvements in CPD delivery
• Enthusiasm for innovation in medical education and continuous improvement

Other

• Ability to travel across Wales if required to attend relevant meetings and events
• Able to work hours flexibly

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Part-time,Flexible working,Home or remote working