Job Description

A speciality Training Programme Director (TPD) is a member of the Speciality Training Committee (STC).
The TPD is managerially responsible to the Postgraduate Dean for the delivery of SAS educational programme in the Region according to the standards set by the Specialist Training Committee for SAS / LED.
Main duties of the job
The TPD will manage and oversee LED development and support educational development programmes in the Region on behalf of the STC and the Associate Postgraduate Dean for SAS & LEDs.
About us
The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:

• Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
• Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
• Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
• Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
• Delivering value for money.

If you would like to know more or require further information, please visithttps://www.england.nhs.uk/.
Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.
If you are successful at interview, we will run an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) in the Electronic Staff Record system (ESR). This transfer gathers valuable information from a previous or current NHS employer to support the onboarding process, including; statutory and mandatory competency status, Continuous Service Dates (CSD), and annual leave entitlement. You will have the opportunity throughout the recruitment process to inform us if you do not consent.
Details
Date posted
27 August 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
Depending on experience In line with TPD sessional payments
Contract
Secondment
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
990-EOE-17226-E
Job locations
Victoria House
Capital Park, Fulbourn
Cambridge
CB21 5XB
Job description
Job responsibilities
You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached 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. Job description
Job responsibilities
You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached 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

• Registered Medical Practitioner with a current licence to practise
• in a substantive NHS clinical practice.
• A proven track record of professionalism in line with the principles set out in Good Medical Practice and compatible with appointment in a senior clinical educator role.

Desirable

• Demonstrate Leadership abilities for the LED workforce.

Experience
Essential

• Understanding of key strategic national documents related to LED doctors.
• Experience of supporting LEDs development within own trust.
• Knowledge of career progression for LED and the CESR/Portfolio Pathway route. Understanding of the barriers and their solutions to achieving specialist registration.

Desirable

• Relevant PG certificate/Masters.

Skills
Essential

• Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others.
• Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key Stakeholders.
• Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress.

Desirable

• Experience as an LED/SAS doctor.
• Appointment in a leadership role supporting LED/SAS doctor development.

Behaviours and Values
Essential

• To contribute to the vision of the local NHS and to enhance patient care by providing leadership and direction with respect to the quality of education and training

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Registered Medical Practitioner with a current licence to practise
• in a substantive NHS clinical practice.
• A proven track record of professionalism in line with the principles set out in Good Medical Practice and compatible with appointment in a senior clinical educator role.

Desirable

• Demonstrate Leadership abilities for the LED workforce.

Experience
Essential

• Understanding of key strategic national documents related to LED doctors.
• Experience of supporting LEDs development within own trust.
• Knowledge of career progression for LED and the CESR/Portfolio Pathway route. Understanding of the barriers and their solutions to achieving specialist registration.

Desirable

• Relevant PG certificate/Masters.

Skills
Essential

• Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others.
• Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key Stakeholders.
• Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress.

Desirable

• Experience as an LED/SAS doctor.
• Appointment in a leadership role supporting LED/SAS doctor development.

Behaviours and Values
Essential

• To contribute to the vision of the local NHS and to enhance patient care by providing leadership and direction with respect to the quality of education and training

Skills Required