Medical Director

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Employer Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) Location A hybrid working model, with headquarters at Ty Dysgu - conveniently located near Cardiff, the M4, and A470 Salary £155,963 - £167,079 per annum Closing date 26 May 2025

Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW)

Make a national impact. Shape the future of healthcare workforce in Wales.

Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) is seeking an outstanding medical leader with a passion for education to take on the pivotal role ofMedical Director. This is a rare opportunity to influence the future of the healthcare workforce in Wales at the highest level.

Who are we:

HEIW is the strategic workforce organisation and Statutory Education Body for NHS Wales. As a Special Health Authority, we play a unique and vital role in developing national solutions for a sustainable workforce, drawing on a range of specialist education, training and workforce development functions. We are committed to making Wales a great place to train and work for our health and care professionals and contributing to improving patient care and population health.

About the role:

As Medical Director, you will hold a senior executive Board level position, with corporate responsibility for strategy, policy and delivery of HEIW's aims. You will lead nationally on the strategic direction and delivery of:

• Postgraduate medical, dental, pharmacy and optometry education and training,
• Workforce plans and transformation relating these professions
• Appraisal and revalidation

You will work closely with our NHS partners, as well as professional bodies, regulators, Welsh Government and four nations colleagues.

You will also serve as theResponsible Officerfor around 3,500 postgraduate doctors in training in Wales, with statutory responsibility for overseeing appraisal and performance monitoring, ensuring robust revalidation processes, and managing fitness to practise concerns in collaboration with employers and the GMC.

About you:

We are looking for an inspirational, creative, visible and compassionate leader with a passion for education and a track record in innovation. You will bring:

• Significant experience in medical and interprofessional education and management
• Proven leadership at, or close to, Board level
• Excellent relationship-building skills across local, national, and UK-wide stakeholders
• A deep understanding of education strategy, systems, and policy in healthcare

You must holdfull specialist or GP registration with the General Medical Council, along with acurrent Licence to Practise.

What we offer:

• A strong workplace culture and opportunity to shape the future of the NHS Wales workforce
• A varied and diverse portfolio to support personal and professional development
• A hybrid working model, with headquarters at Ty Dysgu - conveniently located near Cardiff, the M4, and A470
• Flexible living options with access to Wales' coastlines, countryside, and vibrant cities

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