Head of Medical Education Management
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Job overview
The post holder will be responsible for providing strategic leadership for the Undergraduate and Postgraduate Medical Education Teams, Library/Clinical Librarian Services and Operations team to ensure that performance objectives are met.
The Head of Medical Education Management will have responsibility for the promotion, monitoring and continuous improvement of the quality of Postgraduate and Undergraduate Medical Education within UHL.
The post holder will deputise for the Director of Clinical Education at UHL and external meetings and committees.
The post holder will lead on the provision of faculty development for senior clinicians within UHL.
Main duties of the job
To have overall responsibility for budget setting and monitoring of financial performance for the Postgraduate Education Centres, Libraries and other designated cost centres ( 10 cost centres- £1.85m)
To agree annual cost improvement plans ( c£280k) with budget holders
To have overall line management responsibility for Undergraduate and Postgraduate medical Education, Library/Clinical Librarian Services and Operations team in Clinical Education. Ensure that all aspects of performance, absence, training and appraisal are addressed in accordance with Trust Policy
Working for our organisation
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacanc...
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Have responsibility for advising and implementing processes across UHL to ensure Trust compliance with national policies including GMC and NHSE directives
Provide support and expertise to CMGs to ensure that UHL meets timescales and benchmarks set by external stakeholders against these policies
In conjunction with the Director of Medical Education, lead on the review, updating and implementation of UHL's Medical Education Strategy
Responsible for development, implementation and monitoring of local policies relating to education.
Provide complex information, written reports and data as requested by the GMC, NHSE or UHL Executive team relating to UHL's compliance/performance against local and national standards.
Develop and maintain communication with staff, internal/external stakeholders on complex matters, issues and ideas and/or in complex situations.
Communicate effectively, accurately and confidently on behalf of the Director of Medical Education at committees, forums and meetings within UHL and with external stakeholders.
Communication sensitive information to staff relating to management of change initiatives
Organise faculty development programmes with internal and external providers to meet GMC requirements for supervisors.
Please see attached job description for further details
Person specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Master level qualification
Desirable criteria
- Project management qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
- NHS experience within an educational environment at senior level for at least 3 years
- Extensive knowledge of UG and PG medical education
Analytical and Judgement
Essential criteria
- Ability to synthesise and prioritise complex and potentially conflicting demand
- Proven experience of all aspects of budget management
Communication
Essential criteria
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to convey complex information
- Ability and vision to build and manage effective relationships with stakeholders
Additional Information
Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.
Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you.
UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.
Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.
UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.
The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment.
The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.
COVID 19 Risk Assessment
Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer.
The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.
If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.
Covid Vaccination Status
Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.
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Documents to download
- JD/PS (PDF, 648.5KB)
- Understanding your right to work in the UK (PDF, 1.1MB)
- Employee Benefits (PDF, 578.5KB)