An outstanding individual is sought to fulfil the role of Head of School for Paediatrics in London.
The role of Head of School for Paediatrics is to work with and support the NHS England Postgraduate Dean in leading the delivery of a wide range of functions, aligned to the NHS England (NHS E) mandate.
The Head of School is professionally and managerially accountable to the Postgraduate Dean. The Head of School 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.
Main duties of the job
To support the Postgraduate Dean, Heads of Schools 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. The Head of School will: Provide effective clinical leadership, contributing to the strategic development Work closely with Postgraduate Deans and Deputy Head of School to implement the NHS E Quality Framework to enable improvements in education and training quality Oversee School programme management and advise the Postgraduate Deans on specialty-specific matters and recruitment to training posts and programmes Support professional development of the educational faculty Person Specification
Qualifications
Primary clinical healthcare qualification Membership / Fellowship of College /Faculty, professional association and/or body Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development Educational qualification such as PG Cert diploma or Master of Medical Education or courses like Train the Trainer Experience
Considerable experience of working with doctors in an educational context Experience of clinical and educational leadership and innovation, including managing a multi-professional team Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and equality and diversity trained in last 3 years Active involvement in, and up to date with, appraisal processes Knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes, including an understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters, the Gold Guide and educational theory Applicants who are doctors require a Licence to Practise Understanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges / Faculties, professional bodies related NHS organisations Understanding of the workforce transformation agenda Previous or current appointment as leader in healthcare education Awareness of funding streams for healthcare education Understanding of current health and social care and education policy Skills and abilities
Demonstrable Leadership skills and an ability to motivate others A strong sense of vision and an ability to innovate Politically astute with an ability to sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty Ability to problem solve and maintain objectivity Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders Excellent organisational and time management skills Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress Ability to rapidly establish academic credibility Depending on experience, salary paid in line with sessional payments.
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To support the Postgraduate Dean, Heads of Schools 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. The Head of School will: Provide effective clinical leadership, contributing to the strategic development Work closely with Postgraduate Deans and Deputy Head of School to implement the NHS E Quality Framework to enable improvements in education and training quality Oversee School programme management and advise the Postgraduate Deans on specialty-specific matters and recruitment to training posts and programmes Support professional development of the educational faculty Person Specification
Qualifications
Primary clinical healthcare qualification Membership / Fellowship of College /Faculty, professional association and/or body Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development Educational qualification such as PG Cert diploma or Master of Medical Education or courses like Train the Trainer Experience
Considerable experience of working with doctors in an educational context Experience of clinical and educational leadership and innovation, including managing a multi-professional team Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and equality and diversity trained in last 3 years Active involvement in, and up to date with, appraisal processes Knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes, including an understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters, the Gold Guide and educational theory Applicants who are doctors require a Licence to Practise Understanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges / Faculties, professional bodies related NHS organisations Understanding of the workforce transformation agenda Previous or current appointment as leader in healthcare education Awareness of funding streams for healthcare education Understanding of current health and social care and education policy Skills and abilities
Demonstrable Leadership skills and an ability to motivate others A strong sense of vision and an ability to innovate Politically astute with an ability to sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty Ability to problem solve and maintain objectivity Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders Excellent organisational and time management skills Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress Ability to rapidly establish academic credibility Depending on experience, salary paid in line with sessional payments.
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