GP Training Programme Director

GP Training Programme Director - Somerset 2 sessions per week - working Wednesdays.
Fixed term contract until 31 March 2027 An opportunity has arisen for 1 x 2 session GP Training Programme Directors to support GP training in Somerset. The role has a requirement to work Wednesdays as this is the scheduled day for our GP resident Drs half day release sessions. The role of Training Programme Director is focused on the improvement of learner supervision, assessment, educational experience and outcomes and patient safety for GP trainees.

This role is continuously evolving and will also focus on whole workforce transformation and developing multi-professional links. You will be based within the Somerset GP training programme and will involve working mainly at the Somerset NHS Foundation Trust education centres in Taunton or Yeovil, to deliver education to our GP trainees, there may also be some requirement to support other GP training programmes across the county and South West.

The successful applicant will work with other local TPDs and administrators to facilitate the provision of the half day release course for GPs in training. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead and work with GP educational supervisors and local Primary Care Networks to support GP training across the geographical footprint of the patch.

The successful applicant will work with other local TPDs and administrators to facilitate the provision of the half day release course for GPs in training, including managing available funds and resources. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead and be responsible for facilitating the provision of education for General Practice trainees in the Somerset GP training programme as well as working with the GP educational supervisors and local Primary Care Networks to support GP training across the geographical footprint of the patch.

This role will also include important work with our Educational and Clinical Supervisors to support and help them provide good quality supervision and education for trainees. The role may involve delivery and oversight of projects and work streams to support doctors in training and practice based educators, including induction, one-to-one support, small group work, developing educational resources, promoting equality, diversity and inclusion within our training programme and being an escalation point for both educators and DiTs.

• General practitioner with MRCGP
• On GP Performers list, be engaged in active clinical practice
• Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, Train the Trainer, etc.)
• Approved GP trainer or GP clinical supervisor
• Educational qualification e.g. Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education, Certificate or diploma in medical education or management

• Experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context
• Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
• Understanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges/Faculties, professional bodies, related NHS organisations and regulatory bodies
• Knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes, including an understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters, the Gold Guide and educational theory
• Proven experience of regularly working as a clinician in general practice, after completion of vocational training, with current full registration with the GMC
• Demonstrates a proactive approach to CPD as a clinician in their professional role
• Committed to engaging learners with high quality education and exploring opportunities for innovative delivery
• Evidence of understanding of issues surrounding General practice / Training
• Experience in providing support to Drs in training, and issues facing GP Di Ts
• Understanding of Differential attainment and ED&I issues affecting DiTs / Primary Care

• Innovative and inclusive approach to delivering high quality education
• Understanding of current Primary Care issues
• Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills
• Excellent organisational and time management skills