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This creates a unique opportunity for people who want a varied, flexible and challenging career within a world-class culture.Training Programme Director for Palliative Medicine LondonNHS Medical & Dental: ConsultantMain area: Palliative MedicineGrade: NHS Medical & Dental: ConsultantContract: Secondment: 3 yearsHours: Part time - 1.5 sessions per week (6 hours)Job ref: 990-LON-6838489-ESite: 10 South Colonnade Town LondonSalary: Salary paid in line with TPD sessional paymentsClosing: 12/01/2025 23:59Our OrganisationThe NHS is building a culture that is positive, compassionate and inclusive and we all have our part to play. As employers, we are committed to protecting and promoting the physical and mental health and wellbeing of all our colleagues. This underpins our values as set out in the NHS Constitution and supports us to be an Employer of Choice, while helping our colleagues to deliver high quality services for our patients and communities.As a flexible employer, we want to support you to work in a way that is best for the NHS, our patients and you. Talk to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether thats a job share, part-time, hybrid working or another flexible pattern.Job overviewAn outstanding individual is sought to fulfil the role of Training Programme Director for Palliative Medicine for London. The role of Training Programme Director is to work with and support the Postgraduate Dean in leading the delivery of a wide range of functions within their specialty, aligned to the NHS England mandate.Main duties of the jobThe Programme Director will ensure that both national standards, determined by the Royal College, and guidelines and standards established within Palliative Medicine are met. Responsibilities will include:To oversee the Specialtys Regional Training ProgrammeSpecialty-specific matters and trainee/trainer concernsRecruitment to training posts and programmesPostgraduate programme management, including assessments, progression, rotations, support and remediation, OOP management, trainee management careers support, less than full-time training, inter-deanery transfer, academic training and other related work-streams.The ideal candidate will be an experienced NHS Consultant with a thorough understanding of Palliative 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.Person specificationQualificationsMembership/Fellowship of College/Faculty, professional association, and/or bodyAttendance at courses aimed to support educational developmentQualification such as PG Cert diploma or Master of Medical EducationEmployment / ExperienceWorking with learners or doctors in training in educational contextExperience of clinical and educational leadership and innovation, including managing a multi-professional teamDemonstrable track record of delivery of service and educationUnderstanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges / Faculties, professional bodies related NHS organisationsUnderstanding of the workforce transformation agendaTrained and experienced in recruitment, selection and E&D in the last 3 yearsActive involvement in and up to date with appraisal processKnowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes including understanding workforce mattersPrevious or current appointment as leader in healthcare educationAwareness of funding streams for healthcare educationUnderstanding of current health and social care and education policySkills and AbilitiesDemonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate othersA strong sense of vision and ability to innovatePolitically astute with an ability to sensitively manage complex and uncertaintyAbility to problem solve and maintain objectivityStrong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skillsAbility to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with key stakeholdersExcellent organisational and time management skillsPersonal development and support others to develop and progressAbility to rapidly establish academic credibilityOur commitments to youWe are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We know that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better patient outcomes. We strive to ensure our people feel trusted, valued and empowered. Were passionate about nurturing and developing people. When you join us, we want you to grow and excel, and we offer many opportunities for you to do that.If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit https://www.england.nhs.uk/.Employer certification / accreditation badgesYou must have appropriate UK professional registration.#J-18808-Ljbffr