GP Training Programme Director

The role of GP Training Programme Director is to work with and support the Heads of School & of Primary Care Dean in leading the delivery of a wide range of functions, aligned to the NHS England mandate. As part of the TPD role candidates will need to continue to be active on the performers list and an active clinician. The Training Programme Director is professionally and managerially accountable to the Head of School.

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. To support the Primary Care Dean & Postgraduate Dean, Training Programme Directors will work across the spectrum of health and where relevant, social care, within the context of a team, so that the provision of education reflects changing service models.

This will deliver an integrated workforce comprising individuals from a spectrum of professional and other backgrounds. Main duties of the job The TPD role involves working with the local education team supporting Doctors in GP Training to perform and achieve their potential during GP Training hopefully graduating with MRCGP. The role involves preparation and delivery of teaching sessions as well as pastoral support for GP resident doctors and individuals within the GP Training Programme.

There is an expectation to work within the local programme team, help support trainers and be involved in the assessment process. We are looking to recruit a TPD on 2 sessions for maternity cover for 3 months for the Windsor GP Training Programme. Remuneration will for 2 sessions at GP00-GP01 point of national GP educator pay scale. These sessions are usually ascribed to the educational day release which is currently held on Tuesday and as Programme Director, you would be expected to be available to participate unless on leave.

• General practitioner with MRCGP
• Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, Train the Trainer, etc.)
• Pro active approach and evidence of CPD within clinical role
• Applicants should either work in NHS clinical practice (or similar setting) or should have previously undertaken clinical practice within the last 2 years prior to the intended start date of the role

• Approved GP trainer or clinical supervisor
• Educational qualification e.g. Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education, Certificate or diploma in medical education or management, A strong sense of vision, leadership and ability to innovate.
• Strong Interpersonal communication, written and presentation skills
• Excellent leadership and organisational skills
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in medical education
• Ability to support others (pastoral skills) and to help others develop and progress.

• Good working knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes.
• Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education.bodies, related NHS organisations and regulatory bodies, including an understanding of healthcare/multi‑professional workforce, the Gold Guide and educational theory
• Experience of working with learners and doctors in training in an educational context.
• Experience of clinical and educational leadership including across multi‑professional teams.
• Understanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges/Faculties, professional bodies, National Institute for Health Research and academic training, NHS organisations and regulatory bodies.

• Previous or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education.
• Previous experience…