Training Programme Director Core Psychiatry inManchester inManchester PUBLISHED MON 25 NOV 2024

Band Consultant: Depending on experience Salary paid in line with TPD sessional payments SECONDMENT
HSE NHS

NHS England r3l7347B

Opportunity to shape the future of Core Psychiatry training, influencing the next generation of clinicians.

Collaborative work environment, partnering with the Head of School and other stakeholders to enhance training programmes.

Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a fair work culture.

Chance to contribute to strategic development, enhancing the operational framework and support systems for trainees.

Involvement in crucial assessment processes, playing a key role in monitoring trainee progress and ensuring high standards.

Flexibility of a three-year secondment with potential for extension, allowing for career growth while maintaining job security.

The "Training Programme Director Core Psychiatry" position in Manchester with NHS England involves overseeing the Core Psychiatry training program in the North West, specifically the East region. The role includes supporting the Head of School in the strategic development and operational management of the School of Psychiatry, alongside membership in the School Board and Core Psychiatry Specialty Training committee. The position is a three-year secondment, with the possibility of extension. Key responsibilities include developing a Medical Workforce Strategy to enhance recruitment and retention of Core Psychiatry trainees, ensuring compliance with the RCPsych curriculum, managing trainee assessments, and promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion within the program. Applicants from within the NHS must secure agreement from their current employer before applying.

The post holder will oversee the delivery of the Core Psychiatry training Programme in NHSE England North West. It will cover the East (formerly North West) part of the Scheme.

The post holder will support the Head of School in the Strategic Development of the North West School of Psychiatry and contribute to supporting the School Operational Programme.

The post holder will be a member of the School Board and Core Psychiatry Speciality Training committee.

Please note this is a 3 year secondment with potential to extend to a maximum of three years, subject to mutual agreement.

Work in collaboration with Head of School of Psychiatry to develop and implement a Medical Workforce Strategy which supports the recruitment and retention of Core Psychiatry Trainees and to promote health and well-being:

Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
A collaborative and compassionate leadership style.
Promoting and developing a fair, diverse and inclusive approach
Performs all duties in a manner that supports and promotes NHSE's commitment to equal opportunities.

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To provide expert advice on Specialty specific matters to the Scheme.

To ensure that the training programme remains appropriate to deliver the RCPsych Core Psychiatry speciality curriculum

To provide rotation details in a timely manner to the Programme Support Team in order to meet our contractual requirements

To support the Head of School to ensure appropriate systems for Assessment, Rotational Management, Trainee Supervision & Support and other functions within the School.

To Chair assessment ARCP panels for Core Psychiatry and to attend feedback ARCP panels as required

For full information please see attached job description.
Secondments
Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.

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