Training Programme Director - Geriatric Medicine | NHS England

NHS England; Southampton; On-site; GBP 10,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Southampton is seeking a Training Programme Director in Geriatric Medicine to lead the training programme, enhance learner experiences, and develop effective faculty engagement. The ideal candidate will be an experienced NHS Consultant with strong leadership and communication skills, capable of working within a multi-professional team. This role provides a fixed funding contribution of £10,000 per annum and closes for applications on Sunday 7 Dec 2025.

Qualifications

• Experienced NHS Consultant with a comprehensive understanding of Geriatric Medicine training in the region.
• Proven leadership and communication skills are essential.
• Effectiveness in a multi-professional team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Geriatric Medicine training programme aligned with NHS England mandate.
• Collaborate with the Head of School on learner supervision and assessment improvements.
• Engage and develop faculty to assure education quality.
• Contribute to workforce transformation and professional link development.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in a multi-professional team

Education

Experience as an NHS Consultant

Job description

Overview

Within NHS England, South East Region, the Wessex Local Office is responsible for the planning, development, education and training of the future and current healthcare and public health workforce across Dorset, Hampshire, Isle of Wight and Salisbury.

An opportunity has arisen for a Consultant with a strong interest in medical education and training to be the Training Programme Director in Geriatric Medicine.

Applications are invited from current STC members, or from those within the specialty who can demonstrate relevant interest in education and training.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall delivery of the Geriatric Medicine training programme. For more information regarding the post please refer to the attached Job Description with enclosed Person Specification.

The role of the Training Programme Director is to work with the Head of School in leading the delivery of a wide range of functions, aligned to NHS England mandate.

The Training Programme Director will focus upon improvement of learner supervision, assessment and experience, engagement of faculty and ensuring effective educational outcomes, both now and in the future. The role is evolving and will also focus on whole workforce transformation and developing multi-professional links.

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

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of the Geriatric Medicine training programme and related functions, aligned to NHS England mandate.
• Collaborate with the Head of School to drive learner supervision, assessment and experience improvements.
• Engage and develop faculty and ensure effective educational outcomes now and in the future.
• Contribute to whole workforce transformation and the development of multi-professional links.

Candidate profile / Qualifications

• Experienced NHS Consultant with a thorough understanding of Geriatric Medicine training across the region.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a multi-professional team.

Organisation context and funding

The NHS England board has set out the top-level purpose for the organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, and this will inform the detailed design work. We will achieve this through: • Enabling local systems and providers to improve health and reduce health inequalities. • Making the NHS a great place to work where people can make a difference and achieve potential. • Working collaboratively to ensure the workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver compassionate care. • Optimising the use of digital technology, research and innovation. • Delivering value for money.

The fixed level of funding contribution for this role is £10,000 per annum, as an Educational Management Contribution (EMC). 1 EMC has been allocated for this role. The EMC level is fixed and may not equate to individual salary.

Secondments, onboarding and references

Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, with agreement from the employer prior to submitting the application. If successful at interview, an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) in ESR will gather information from a previous or current NHS employer to support onboarding, including statutory and mandatory competency status, Continuous Service Dates (CSD), and annual leave entitlement. You will have the opportunity to inform us if you do not consent. The Trust Director of Medical Education will be asked to provide a reference in support of your application.

Timelines and structure

NHSE is expected to cease as a separate entity following the merger into DHSC; extensions and new appointments can only be guaranteed up to that date. We anticipate educator roles being required beyond this point and will arrange further details once the new structure is clearer. We will keep potentially impacted colleagues informed of future plans as they become available.

You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.

How to apply and closing

Advert closes on Sunday 7 Dec 2025.