Training Programme Director for Geriatric Medicine (South East London)

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS seeks a Training Programme Director for Geriatric Medicine in South East London. This role requires overseeing a regional training programme, ensuring adherence to standards, and developing high-quality patient-centered care. Ideal candidates are experienced NHS Consultants with strong leadership and communication skills, committed to enhancing medical training.

Qualifications

• Experienced NHS Consultant with strong leadership skills.
• Involvement in educational development courses.
• Knowledge of relevant Colleges and NHS organization developments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Specialty's Regional Training Programme.
• Ensure compliance with national standards in Geriatric Medicine.
• Manage trainee/trainer concerns and recruitment for training posts.

Skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Membership/Fellowship of a relevant College

PG Cert in Medical Education

Diploma in Medical Education

Master of Medical Education

Job description

Training Programme Director for Geriatric Medicine (South East London)

An outstanding individual or individuals are sought to fulfill the role of Training Programme Director for Geriatric Medicine in South East London.

The role involves working with and supporting the Postgraduate Dean in leading various functions within the specialty, aligned with the NHS England mandate. The Programme Director will ensure compliance with national standards set by the Royal College and guidelines within Geriatric Medicine.

The successful applicant will collaborate closely with the Head of School, other Geriatric Medicine TPDs, the LaSE team including the PGMDE Business Manager, Postgraduate Dean, and key departments such as Quality.

They will work with the Postgraduate Dean to develop doctors committed to high standards of patient-centered care and lifelong professional development.

Main duties of the job

The Programme Director will oversee the Specialty's Regional Training Programme, addressing specialty-specific matters, trainee/trainer concerns, recruitment, assessments, progression, rotations, support, remediation, OOP management, careers support, less than full-time training, inter-deanery transfer, academic training, and related workstreams. Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring compliance with national standards and guidelines within Geriatric Medicine
• Managing the regional training programme
• Addressing trainee and trainer concerns
• Recruitment to training posts and programmes

The ideal candidate will be an experienced NHS Consultant with a thorough understanding of Geriatric Medicine training across the region, possessing strong leadership and communication skills, and able to work effectively as part of a multi-professional team.

About us

NHS England aims to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all by:

• Improving health and reducing inequalities through local systems and providers
• Making the NHS a great place to work
• Ensuring the healthcare workforce has the necessary knowledge, skills, values, and behaviors
• Utilizing digital technology, research, and innovation

For more information, please visit https://www.england.nhs.uk/.

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

Successful applicants will undergo an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) in the Electronic Staff Record system (ESR), which collects relevant employment information. Applicants can indicate if they do not consent during the process.

Job responsibilities

Further details about the role, organizational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes, and benefits are available in the attached Job Description and supporting documents.

Secondments

Applicants from within the NHS will be offered a secondment, subject to employer approval prior to application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Membership/Fellowship of a relevant College, Faculty, or professional body
• Participation in educational development courses
• Qualifications such as PG Cert, diploma, or Master of Medical Education

Employment / Experience

• Experience working with learners or doctors in training
• Leadership and innovation in clinical and educational settings, managing multidisciplinary teams
• Proven track record in service and education delivery
• Knowledge of developments involving relevant Colleges, Faculties, and NHS organizations
• Previous or current leadership role in healthcare education

Skills and Abilities

• Leadership skills with the ability to influence and motivate
• Visionary and innovative mindset
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Commitment to personal development and supporting others

Salary will depend on experience, in line with TPD sessional payments.