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Job overview
The Interventional Radiology (IR) Curriculum Lead will oversee the coordination and delivery of the School’s Academy IR curriculum. This will be specific to the core training years from ST1 – ST3, and input into the ST4-ST6 teaching and training.
Main duties of the job
- The post holder will be responsible for IR curriculum coverage and delivery within the ST1 & ST2 Academy placements. This include liaising with Consultants in the region to support delivery and curriculum covering of teaching sessions.
- The post holder will be responsible for maintenance and operational matters in the dedicated IR simulation suite. They will oversee the equipment and room usage. This will include ensuring the kit is regularly inspected and secure and working with host site contacts for room operation processes and support.
- The post holder will be a point of contact as a subject matter expert to colleagues looking to run courses and teaching using the Simbionix IR Suite and associated training and guidance
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- The post holder will be responsible for maximising the potential of IR Simulation education within the region.
- The holder will also contribute to NW School of Radiology teaching and room induction within the IR Simulation room on a rotational basis for Academy placements
- The post holder will have a monthly teaching commitment as part of the role which will be set as a pre-agreed 'Academy Day' prior to appointment.
- The post holder will also contribute to formal assessments, Google Classroom & webpages and overarching Academy curriculums to support the delivery and promotion of the NW School of Radiology Academy and excellence in Radiology training.
You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description 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.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
- An experienced educator and trainer with a vision for developing pedagogical methods of delivery
- A strong sense of vision and ability to innovate
- Politically astute with an ability to sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty
- Ability to problem solve and maintain objectivity
- Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills
- Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress
Desirable
- Ability to rapidly establish academic credibility.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of organising / delivering education programmes / courses
- Considerable experience of working with doctors in an educational context
- Experience as an educational supervisor
- Previous or current appointment as a Leader in Healthcare Education
- Understanding the Workforce Transformation agenda
- Trained and experienced in Equality and Diversity training within the last 3 years
- Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
- Applicants who are doctors required a Licence to Practise
- Up to date with current medical news, guidelines and literature, including the training landscape
Desirable
- Awareness of funding streams for Healthcare Education
- Previous or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education
- Prior teaching/training experience within the NW School of Radiology (Academy)
Qualifications
Essential
- Consultant or Specialty doctor in Interventional Radiology
- Fellow of the Royal College of Radiologists
- Consultant currently working in NHS in North-West England
Desirable
- Education Qualification such as Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma or Masters in Medical Education
- Minimum 2 years post CCT
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This advert is for Interventional Radiology (IR) Curriculum Lead with NHS England in Leeds, North East and Yorkshire, England. It is listed as a Manager and corporate role. The advertised salary is In line with TPD sessional payments. The contract type is Secondment: 7 months (until 31 March 2027). The application deadline is 17 Aug 2026.
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