About this role
Job summary
The Training Programme Director for O&G Ultrasound Co-ordinator will coordinate delivery of the basic and intermediate ultrasound modules.
They will be a member of the School Board and be expected to attend School Board Meetings. They will work with ultrasound trainers in the region to coordinate delivery of the ultrasound curriculum and assessments to support the School Operational Programme.
As a result of NHS England's (NHSE) integration into the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), please note that the end date for all new educator appointments will be 31st March 2027. The successful applicant will be updated regarding potential extensions (not guaranteed) beyond this date.
Main duties of the job
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.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced NHS Consultant with a thorough understanding of (specialty) 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.
About us
NHS England has a wide range of statutory functions, responsibilities and regulatory powers. These are focused on supporting the wider NHS to deliver high quality care, as well as doing those things that are best done once for the whole NHS.
Our staff bring expertise across clinical, operational, commissioning, technology, data science, cyber security, software engineering, education, and commercial specialisms -- enabling us to design and deliver high-quality NHS services.
In March 2025, the Government announced that NHS England and the Department of Health and Social Care will increasingly merge functions, ultimately leading to NHS England being fully integrated into the department.
If you currently work within the NHS and if successful at interview, we will initiate an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) via the Electronic Staff Record (ESR).This retrieves key data from your current or previous NHS employer to support onboarding, including competency status, Continuous Service Dates (CSD), and annual leave entitlement. You may opt out at any stage of the process.
Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in our offices.
We cannot offer visa sponsorship for any vacancies.
Job description Job responsibilities
The Programme Director will ensure that both national standards, determined by the Royal College, and guidelines and standards established within O&Gare met. Responsibilities will include:
To oversee the Specialtys Ultrasound Programme The ideal candidate will be an experienced NHS Consultant with a thorough understanding oftraining 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.
You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.
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.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Consultant or Specialty Doctor in O&G currently working in NHS in North-West England Member / Fellow of the Royal College of O&G
Desirable
Education Qualification such as Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma or Masters in Medical Education
Skills Essential
Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others A strong sense of vision and 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
Desirable
Ability to rapidly establish academic credibility
Experience Essential
Experience of organising / delivering education programmes / courses Considerable experience of working with doctors in an educational context Experience as an educational supervisor Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education Applicants who are doctors require a Licence to Practise Clinical Manager Experience Be a Specialist in O&G Ultrasound
Desirable
Awareness of funding streams for Healthcare Education Previous or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name NHS England
Address NHSE Office in North West Region
Flexible across North West Region
M1 3BN
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/working-for/ (Opens in a new tab)