Job Description

Please note that the application will be appointed on either the GP Educator Scale GP06 (Trac ID: 7223249) or Consultant Scale (Trac ID: 7206386). Applicants are only required to submit one application depending on contract type.
The Deputy Foundation School Director (FSD) plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth running and success of the Foundation School, particularly in maintaining high standards for the education and support of trainees. This role requires a strong leadership capacity, the ability to manage and support teams, and a deep understanding of both the educational and pastoral needs of foundation doctors.
The Deputy FSD will help to develop the strategic direction and quality management of the Foundation school and support in the delivery of a wide range of functions relating to Foundation training in Wales.
The Deputy FSD is a key member of the foundation school and is accountable to the FSD and the Postgraduate Dean. Supported by a Foundation School Manager (FSM) and appropriate administrative staff, the Deputy FSD will lead the trainee progression workstream within the Foundation School and will be responsible for the day-to-day management of foundation doctors in training, including pastoral and educational support.
The Deputy FSD will be required to deputise for the FSD, as necessary, taking on leadership and decision-making duties in their absence.
Interview date: Monday 30th June
Main duties of the job
The Deputy Foundation School Director will:
Advise and assist the Director on all matters relating to Foundation training.
Lead on the trainee progression workstream providing pastoral and educational support to Foundation Doctors and Foundation Programme Directors.
Work closely with the manager for trainee progression to implement and review processes to manage Foundation Doctors who are: working Less than full time (LTFT), out of sync, or have been absent from training.
Oversee the Annual Review of Competency Progression (ARCP) process.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) is the strategic workforce body for NHS Wales with statutory functions that include education and training, workforce planning, workforce development and transformation, leadership and succession planning, and careers. Our purpose is to develop a workforce that delivers excellent care to patients/service users and excellent population health. We are a Special Health Authority working closely with our partners; Social Care Wales, education providers, professional and regulatory bodies and Welsh Government.
HEIW's is committed to developing an internal culture of choice. Our Values reflect our thoughts, feelings and beliefs in how we will, and will not, behave and treat others:
- Respect for All in every contact we have with others,
- Ideas that Improve: Harnessing creativity and continuously innovating, evaluating and improving,
- Together as a Team: Working with colleagues across NHS Wales and with partner organisations.
HEIW received the HPMA Award for Employee Engagement in 2019.
What you can expect:
- a corporate induction and 90 day Welcome itinerary,
- compassionate leadership,
- a meaningful values based performance appraisal process,
- the opportunity to impact upon health and social care services and the lives and wellbeing of the people of Wales.
Many of our colleagues and stakeholders have commented on the buzz and atmosphere we create by working together as "One HEIW Team". Do you want to join that team?
Details
Date posted
28 May 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
xc2xa3134,057 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
082-MD006-0525
Job locations
Ty Dysgu
Cefn Coed
Cardiff
CF15 7QQ
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac. Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential

• Medical Degree.
• Membership or fellowship of a Royal College in the UK.
• Full GMC registration.
• Knowledge of educational theory and practice.
• Knowledge of NHS systems and structures.

• Higher qualification in Medical Education

• Proven organisational skills and evidence of effective workload management.
• A sound understanding of the local delivery of the Foundation Programme.
• Understanding the interface between primary and secondary care.

• Commitment to Foundation Training in Wales.

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Evidence of good working relationships with professional colleagues
• Proven leadership skills
• Good IT skills
• Empathy with Foundation Doctors and training, but sensitive to service requirements

• Ability to speak Welsh

• Willingness and motivation to attend Foundation related meetings and other activities elsewhere in Wales and the UK.
• Ability to travel.
• Agreement from employer to undertake the Deputy Foundation School Director role.

• Medical Degree.
• Membership or fellowship of a Royal College in the UK.
• Full GMC registration.
• Knowledge of educational theory and practice.
• Knowledge of NHS systems and structures.

• Higher qualification in Medical Education

• Proven organisational skills and evidence of effective workload management.
• A sound understanding of the local delivery of the Foundation Programme.
• Understanding the interface between primary and secondary care.

• Commitment to Foundation Training in Wales.

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Evidence of good working relationships with professional colleagues
• Proven leadership skills
• Good IT skills
• Empathy with Foundation Doctors and training, but sensitive to service requirements

• Ability to speak Welsh

• Willingness and motivation to attend Foundation related meetings and other activities elsewhere in Wales and the UK.
• Ability to travel.
• Agreement from employer to undertake the Deputy Foundation School Director role.