Deputy Head of School for O&G (East)

The role of Deputy Head of School is to work with and support the Head of School and NHS England East Midlands Postgraduate Dean in leading the delivery of a wide range of functions, aligned to the NHS England mandate.

Main duties of the job

The Deputy Head of School is professionally and managerially accountable to the Head of School. The Deputy Head of School supports the Head of School to focus on improving learner supervision, assessment, and experience, engaging faculty, and ensuring effective educational outcomes, both now and in the future. The role is evolving and will also focus on whole workforce transformation, developing multi-professional links, innovative curriculum delivery, and workforce well-being strategies.

To support the Heads of School, the Deputy Head of School works across health and social care sectors, reflecting changing service models. This will deliver an integrated workforce from diverse professional backgrounds.

The Deputy Head of School will assist in leading the School and Education Providers to adapt to evolving curricula and service landscapes.

The Deputy Head of School will lead on projects as agreed with the Head of School.

About us

NHS England's top-level purpose is to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, achieved through:

• Enabling local systems to improve health and reduce inequalities.
• Making the NHS a great place to work.
• Ensuring a knowledgeable, skilled, and compassionate healthcare workforce.
• Optimising digital technology, research, and innovation.

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Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend at least 40% of their time working in-person.

If successful at interview, an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) will be conducted via the Electronic Staff Record system (ESR), gathering relevant employment information. You may opt out of this process during recruitment.

Job responsibilities

Contribute to the future NHS medical workforce, gain new perspectives, manage a motivated team, and enhance patient care through excellent training in the East Midlands. Further details are available in the attached Job Description and supporting documents.

Secondments

Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, with prior employer approval required.

Person Specification Behaviours and Values

• Ability to make autonomous decisions on complex issues.
• Interest in training and education across primary and secondary care.
• Transformational leadership style.
• Experience in managing transformation and change.
• Sensitivity and openness to feedback.
• Support for NHS England's commitment to equal opportunities.
• Commitment to health and safety for all staff and trainees.
• Pursuit of personal and professional development.

Skills and Abilities

• Leadership and motivational skills.
• Political sensitivity and ability to manage complexity.
• Visionary and innovative thinking.
• Problem-solving and objectivity.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Supportive of personal and team development.

Experience and Knowledge

• Current clinical commitment in relevant specialties.
• Experience working with learners or trainees.
• Leadership in clinical and educational settings.
• Knowledge of NHS structures, workforce transformation, and regulatory bodies.
• Experience in recruitment, selection, and equality/diversity practices.
• Active involvement in appraisal processes.
• Understanding of healthcare workforce matters.
• For doctors: a valid Licence to Practise.

Qualifications and Training

• Current Consultant-level experience in a relevant specialty.
• Primary healthcare qualification.
• Membership or Fellowship of a relevant professional body.
• Participation in educational development courses.

Salary depends on experience and is aligned with TPD sessional payments.