CWPS Biomedical Science Training and Recruitment Strategy Lead

Job summary

Biomedical Science Training and Recruitment Strategy Lead - Part-Time Post 30 hours per week.

Coventry and Warwickshire Pathology Services (CWPS) is a large, long standing Pathology Network in the South Midlands. Pathology services are provided across three main sites; University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust in Coventry, the George Eliot Hospital in Nuneaton and South Warwickshire Foundation Trust in Warwick.

The CWPS Biomedical Science Training and Recruitment Strategy Lead is a key role within CWPS, co-ordinating and ensuring standardisation of Training and Recruitment across all Pathology Disciplines, as well as collaborating with external organisations to facilitate, develop and establish the supporting Training framework

This role is a part-time substantive post with main responsibilities to chair the monthly CWPS Network Training Committee and work closely with and provide support for the Discipline Training Section Managers to deliver the CWPS Network Training and Recruitment Strategy.

This is an opportunity for the right candidate to expand their experience and knowledge within the area of Training, including developing the use of the on-line digital ProfilerLive Training and Competency tool across Pathology. CWPS have a number of Recruitment initiatives including apprenticeships and placement students and works closely with local providers to manage these different training routes to improve staff succession planning and retention.

Main duties of the job

1. Co-ordinate a team of Pathology Network training officers and liaise with Department Managers to establish current training capacity for the Network Biomedical Science Workforce.
2. Design and implement a Training, Education and Recruitment Strategy to ensure sustainable Biomedical Science workforce.
3. Manage and chair a CWPS Network Training forum to support delivery of existing training, education and recruitment pathways for Biomedical Science and Pathology support workforce. Implement succession planning and define strategy for achieving future workforce.
4. Monitor and ensure delivery of national requirements according to those set out by Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), NHS England, Health Education England (HEE), the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) and other professional bodies.
5. Support network training officers with issues relating to delivery of current training programmes. Monitor and collate information to support implementation of new training pathways for Biomedical Scientists and the Pathology Biomedical Science support workforce.
6. Work with Training officers, department managers and Pathology management to design and implement a Biomedical Assistant and Associate Training Programme according to requirements set out by the CSO at NHS England.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Job responsibilities

• Liaise with representatives Higher Education Institutions to explore delivery of innovative Apprenticeship training and education programmes to suit the requirements of CWPS.
• Work with department managers across CWPS to identify and advise on supplementing skill gaps within the workforce. Explore implementation of new roles, for example, Biomedical Associate.
• Attend and represent CWPS Network at local, regional and national forums to relevant to delivery of Training and education for the Biomedical Science workforce. Circulate relevant information and updates to training officers and department managers.
• Become proficient in the use of the Quality Management system, ensuring the effective management of all controlled documentation.
• Become familiar with and ensure Biomedical Science training supports the delivery of services in line with the principles of the ISO standard and MHRA requirements, HTA regulations, HSE requirements.
• Collect, interpret and present in an agreed format information when required for presentation to the Pathology Operational Board meetings and quality meetings.
• Become a point of contact for enquiries related to training and education of the Biomedical Science workforce, record information and complete follow up communications when necessary. Communicate and circulate relevant information to colleagues.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oHCPC Registration oMSc, FIBMS or IBMS Special Examination oEvidence of CPD

Desirable

• oManagement qualification oProject management qualification

Experience

Essential

• oEvidence of experience working in a Clinical Laboratory as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist oComprehensive understanding of NHS services/systems and NHS context (e.g. modernising pathology services) oDemonstrates ability in producing written reports/papers/documents to a high standard oCommitment to change management to develop more innovative ways of working to improve service delivery oStrong leadership and people management skills, and the ability to motivate and develop staff.

Knowledge

Essential

• oDemonstrates an in depth knowledge in required discipline oDemonstrates in depth knowledge of Biomedical Science education and training requirements, and career pathways. oGood knowledge of national requirements for Healthcare Science training and education. oKnowledge of laboratory roles and tasks within the Biomedical Science workforce. oBroad knowledge of training pathways and scientific roles across CWPS

Skills

Essential

• oExcellent written and verbal communication skills oHigh level of accuracy and attention to detail oAbility to train other staff oAbility to communicate technical information to other health professionals and be able to use telephone and email oAdvanced IT and keyboard skills oGood planning and organisational skills oProblem solving skills, including lateral thinking and ability to find creative solutions oNegotiating and Influencing skills oAbility to cope with a wide range of complex issues, prioritising effectively when dealing with competing demands

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience