Senior Medical Leader: Professional Practice & Support

NELFT NHS Foundation Trust; Ilford; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

NELFT NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an inspirational Deputy Chief Medical Officer (Professional Practice and Support) to lead medical appraisal, revalidation and professional standards, while fostering a just and high‑performing culture.

Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, the post will supervise medical workforce support, mentor clinicians, and shape organisational learning. The role includes Responsible Officer duties and may maintain clinical practice if desired.

Qualifications

• Senior medical leadership experience required.
• Experience with appraisal, revalidation and professional standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead medical appraisal and revalidation processes.
• Support doctors' careers and wellbeing.
• Govern professional standards and mentoring.
• Manage Responsible Officer duties.

Job description

NELFT NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an inspirational Deputy Chief Medical Officer (Professional Practice and Support) to lead medical appraisal, revalidation and professional standards, while fostering a just and high‑performing culture.

Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, the post will supervise medical workforce support, mentor clinicians, and shape organisational learning. The role includes Responsible Officer duties and may maintain clinical practice if desired.