Total 6 Manager level Education / Training job vacancies in Dorchester, DT1 2JY

This post is expected to function at a strategic level. Work alongside the Head of Education, Learning and Development in cultivating an inclusive education culture that acknowledges professional trends and responds positively to change to meet the needs of the organisation and delivering the commitments set out in the DCH people plan To act as an expert resource and professional role model in all education matters both internally and when representing the Trust with external partners. To act as the Deputy Contract Manager for the National Education Contract, working in partnership with education providers and Health Education England to ensure that all requirements of the contract are met, and the provision of high quality learning experiences for all trainees, medical and non-medical is achieved. Support the Head of Education, Learning and Development in ensuring that the Trust is compliant with the NHSE National Education Quality framework. Provide support to the Head of Education, Learning and development in relation to the ongoing monitoring and utilisation of NHSE Education funding schedules. Ensuring robust reporting on transparency of spending and value for money. Provide strategic direction and oversight of the whole education function in the absence of the Head of Education, Learning and Development. Be responsible for operational line management of identified education teams and delivery of key education workstreams, as deemed appropriate by the Head of Education, Learning and Development. Support the Director of Medical Education and the Medical Education Team, by providing strategic oversight into the production of assurance reports on medical education activity for committees and external quality visits, from the Deanery and the Medical School. Work in collaboration with the Director of Medical Education, the Medical Lead for Locally Employed Doctors and the wider medical education team, to develop and sustain education and development opportunities for Specialty and Associate Specialty Doctors and other Locally Employed doctors. Give strategic support to the practice education lead responsible for the Annual Training Needs Analysis process, ensuring key reporting milestones are met locally and regionally and information is gathered approved and disseminated in a timely manner. Act as the strategic lead for the development and ongoing review of education policies ensuring they meet the needs of the organisation, taking guidance and strategic direction from the Head of Education, Learning and Development. Assist and support the wider education senior team with the development, design, and delivery of new innovative education projects, monitoring the impact for the organisation. Act as the lead for the evaluation of all educational activity, devising reports on staff satisfaction with education and training and subsequent action plans to address areas that require improvement. Lead on the implementation of Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) across the organisation Prioritise and organise own and team workload to contribute to the achievement of own and departmental workstreams aligned to local, regional, and national education, learning and development key indicators. Act as authorised signatory on all accounts as required and authorise invoices on behalf of the Head of Education, Learning and Development. Undertake any additional duties as identified by the Head of Education, Learning and Development commensurate with level of responsibility.

This post is suitable for both non-clinical and/or professionally registered staff (Nursing, Midwifery, AHP's and Healthcare scientists)

We are delighted to be recruiting to the role of Deputy Head of Education, Learning and Development. This post is instrumental in supporting delivery of the NHS People Plan, NHS People Promise and the NHS long term workforce plan across the organisation and through engagement and collaboration with the wider health and social care community across Dorset Integrated Care System.
The Education, Learning and Development function deliver against 7 main workstreams: Corporate and Mandatory training, Medical Education, Non-Medical practice education, Apprenticeships and Widening Participation Library and Knowledge services, Resuscitation and Clinical simulation.

The post holder will work closely with and support the Head of Education, Learning and Development to deliver key objectives to monitor quality of provision and to equip our workforce with the education and training they require.
You will act as an expert resource in relation to all education matters both internally and when representing the Trust with external stakeholders, seeking out new and innovative ways to improve education and training.

The post holder will work closely with the Head of Education, Learning and Development to deliver key objectives.

The Deputy Head of Education will support the setting of the strategic direction for education, learning and development across the organisation, contributing to the delivery of high-quality care that meets local and national indicators.

In addition, the post holder will deputise for the Head of Education, Learning and Development and Director of Medical Education at key strategic meeting as well as taking the lead in identified education related initiatives both medical and non-medical

The post holder will represent the Trust both internally and at regional and national forums in relation to all education matters. They will undertakenetworking and influencing within the wider NHS context, such as Health Education England to forge working relationships, learn and apply best practices,

The post holder will be required to work autonomously managing and prioritising own workload and.

The post-holder will hold sole responsibility for the delivery of a range of educational workstreams.

The post holder will be accountable for further developing their own knowledge and professional practice, developing and acquiring new skills to meet the needs of the service.

Authority will be delegated to the post-holder by the Head of Education, Learning and Development

At Dorset County Hospital (DCH) we aspire to providing outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them.

Our trust strategy centres on three key pillars: People, Place, and Partnership, underscoring our dedication to valuing our staff. We consider our people to be our greatest asset and strive to ensure they feel appreciated, welcomed, and respected, fostering a sense of belonging and significance. We acknowledge the correlation between the satisfaction of our staff and the enhancement of patient experiences and outcomes.

This post is expected to function at a strategic level.

· Work alongside the Head of Education, Learning and Development in cultivating an inclusive education culture that acknowledges professional trends and responds positively to change to meet the needs of the organisation and delivering the commitments set out in the DCH people plan

· To act as an expert resource and professional role model in all education matters both internally and when representing the Trust with external partners.

· To act as the Deputy Contract Manager for the National Education Contract, working in partnership with education providers and Health Education England to ensure that all requirements of the contract are met, and the provision of high quality learning experiences for all trainees, medical and non-medical is achieved.

· Support the Head of Education, Learning and Development in ensuring that the Trust is compliant with the NHSE National Education Quality framework.

· Provide support to the Head of Education, Learning and development in relation to the ongoing monitoring and utilisation of NHSE Education funding schedules. Ensuring robust reporting on transparency of spending and value for money.

· Provide strategic direction and oversight of the whole education function in the absence of the Head of Education, Learning and Development.

· Be responsible for operational line management of identified education teams and delivery of key education workstreams, as deemed appropriate by the Head of Education, Learning and Development.

· Support the Director of Medical Education and the Medical Education Team, by providing strategic oversight into the production of assurance reports on medical education activity for committees and external quality visits, from the Deanery and the Medical School.

· Work in collaboration with the Director of Medical Education, the Medical Lead for Locally Employed Doctors and the wider medical education team, to develop and sustain education and development opportunities for Specialty and Associate Specialty Doctors and other Locally Employed doctors.

· Give strategic support to the practice education lead responsible for the Annual Training Needs Analysis process, ensuring key reporting milestones are met locally and regionally and information is gathered approved and disseminated in a timely manner.

· Act as the strategic lead for the development and ongoing review of education policies ensuring they meet the needs of the organisation, taking guidance and strategic direction from the Head of Education, Learning and Development.

· Assist and support the wider education senior team with the development, design, and delivery of new innovative education projects, monitoring the impact for the organisation.

· Act as the lead for the evaluation of all educational activity, devising reports on staff satisfaction with education and training and subsequent action plans to address areas that require improvement.

· Lead on the implementation of Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) across the organisation

· Prioritise and organiseownand team workload to contribute to the achievement of own and departmental workstreams aligned to local, regional, and national education, learning and development key indicators.

· Act as authorised signatory on all accounts as required and authorise invoices on behalf of the Head of Education, Learning and Development.

· Undertake any additional duties as identified by the Head of Education, Learning and Development commensurate with level of responsibility.


This advert closes on Sunday 14 Jul 2024

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Please see attached job description for a full overview of all job requirements and for further information contact Anthony Homer, Research Governance & Quality Lead or Sarah Doyle, joint Head of Research & Clinical Lead, via the contact details provided.

The ability to manage, create, deliver and evaluate complex corporate learning interventions, including the planning and organisation of a range of complex activities to meet organisational objectives. An experienced, highly motivated and innovative learning and development professional that will support all levels of staff across the Trust. This role involves working as an internal consultant to facilitate tailored corporate learning opportunities to meet individual development needs. This role will lead on, develop and evaluate the strategy for Statutory & Mandatory Training/Essential Core Skills and Induction to increase and maintain acceptable levels of compliance across the Trust Lead on the non-clinical corporate training portfolio for the Trust including the development, design, delivery and or commissioning of corporate training workshops and other personal skills development training using a blended learning approach. This role will contribute significantly to the Trusts implementation of eLearning capability and strategy incorporating it with in a blended learning approach. Manage the administrative staff and procedures to achieve the required operational performance Evaluate and monitor the effectiveness of the development / training initiatives and modify when necessary

A Vacancy at Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.


Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you want to join a forward-thinking Organisational Development (OD) team who are friendly, collaborative, passionate and future focused?

We are looking for a motivated and creative individual to join our OD team at Dorset County Hospital as Leadership Trainer to support our workforce to thrive and develop and help individuals and teams reach their full potential. A recent team re-structure and stronger collaborative working with Dorset Healthcare has created this exciting opportunity to help drive forward new ideas and innovative thinking. Travel throughout Dorset will be required, with bases at South Walks House in Dorchester and Sentinel House in Poole.

The post holder will work in collaboration with the Leadership Development Lead in the design, delivery and evaluation of a range of staff development interventions, taking the lead as appropriate.

The Leadership Trainer will support the development of the organisation’s leadership and management capability and personal effectiveness of our people through the delivery of high quality leadership and team interventions. They will support the Leadership Development Lead with the ongoing review, development and updating of the Trust’s leadership, management and personal effectiveness workstreams.

They will be expected to develop initiatives with key stakeholders, co-ordinate the delivery of activities and determine a series of outcomes and key metrics that will demonstrate actions have been successful.

The post will line manage the OD and Inclusion Coordinator.

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff

Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.​

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us atRecruitment@dchft.nhs.ukif you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.


This advert closes on Monday 1 Jan 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification. Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment. For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.