About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Foundation Administrator within the Medical Education Department at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals.
The successful candidate will ensure the delivery of the Foundation Training Programme at STH as directed by the Foundation Training Programme Directors and the Deanery.
Lead on the administration of curriculum delivery, effectiveness of the Foundation eportfolio including ARCP, and management of trainee rotations throughout the programme.
Be the first point of contact for advice on all matters relating to the delivery of the Foundation Programme at STH including expenditure relating to curriculum delivery.
Represent the Trust at external meetings with the Deanery and other providers and deputise for the Foundation Programme Directors and the Medical Education Manager ensuring that the interests of the Foundation Trainees and STH are effectively represented.
Main duties of the job
To devise, organise delivery, monitor and assess the progress of Foundation Trainees through the programme to ensure attainment of all Foundation competences and ensure that all the requirements of the curriculum are met. Identify and escalate any issues to the Training Programme Directors and/or Medical HR, taking responsibility to ensure that the Trainees are appropriately supported.
Provide specific Medical Education advice and support to medical staff, supervisors, managers, rota organisers and other professionals on the implementation of Trust policies and procedures that relate to medical education and Deanery policies and their interpretation at STH.
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its employees. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Five GCSEs (or equivalent) including 4/C grade or above in English and Maths Educated to BTEC/A-level standard Project or business administration qualification to diploma level 3 or similar qualification / demonstrable experience
Desirable
Teaching or adult education qualification or similar experience
Experience Essential
Evidence of administration and coordination experience Evidence of IT literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Publisher) Demonstrate ability to problem solve and prioritise workload Experience of working with the Deanery or Higher Education sector/ Medical Schools Experience in medical education Previous experience of working on Customer Relationship Management
Desirable
Experience of Sharepoint and in developing websites Previous experience of healthcare environment Previous experience of organising events
Skills Essential
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to adopt a flexible approach to work Ability to pay attention to detail Demonstrate working on own initiative Ability to present information in an attractive and concise manner Methodical and organised approach to work ensuring the ability to work accurately under pressure Evidence of ability to deal effectively and appropriately with people at all levels from a broad range of organisations Understand issues relating to equality and diversity and how this impacts on quality and improvement work Understanding of confidentiality and data protection Ability to work within established procedures and timescales/deadlines Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative as and when necessary
Desirable
Ability to review working methods and procedures and suggest alternative methods of improvement Presentation skills Teaching skills
values and behaviours Essential
Demonstrable commitment to and focus on quality, promotes high standards to consistently improve patient outcomes, putting patients first. Respectful to patients, staff colleagues and all internal and external contacts. Values diversity and difference, operates with integrity Demonstrates ownership for own actions and areas of responsibility Demonstrates unity with all colleagues. Works across boundaries, looks for collective success Proven track record of delivery on objectives.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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Employer details Employer name Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Northern General Hospital
Herries Road
Sheffield
S5 7AU
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.sth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)