Assistant Director for the Clinical Learning Academy in Stoke-on-Trent

Assistant Director for the Clinical Learning Academy in Stoke-on-Trent

Stoke-on-Trent Full-Time 75000 - 117800 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and transform clinical education delivery for healthcare professionals.
  • Company: Join a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to innovative healthcare education.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, and career growth opportunities.
  • Other info: Collaborate with universities and drive digital innovation in learning.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on healthcare education and improve patient outcomes.
  • Qualifications: Proven leadership in healthcare education with strong change management skills.

The predicted salary is between 75000 - 117800 £ per year.

We are seeking a highly experienced and forward-thinking leader to take on the role of Assistant Director for the Clinical Learning Academy. This senior post is critical in shaping and transforming the delivery of clinical education across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leading strategically and operationally, you will oversee the development, delivery and evaluation of high-quality education and training for nursing, midwifery, allied health professionals and the wider workforce.
  • You will ensure educational provision aligns with Health Board priorities, national policy and regulatory requirements, driving excellence, innovation and value for money.
  • Working collaboratively with executive colleagues, care groups, universities and external partners, you will develop modern, multi-professional learning approaches, embedding digital innovation and supporting new and evolving workforce roles.
  • Provide expert advice to senior leaders on workforce development, professional practice and education commissioning.
  • Drive large-scale change within complex environments, improving workforce capability and delivering better outcomes for patients and communities.
  • Lead the transformation of the way clinical education is delivered in CTMUHB and collaborate with university partners to integrate inter-professional learning, clinical leadership and digital skills for healthcare professionals, as well as Welsh language into our education offer throughout the whole career pathway.
  • Develop and deliver the Clinical Learning Academy’s strategic vision, ensuring alignment with Health Board, NHS Wales and national workforce priorities.
  • Lead the work in partnership with Professional and Care Group Directors to ensure healthcare professional education planning, implementation and evaluation of education delivery activity are effective.
  • Lead on strategic direction, governance and delivery of Clinical Education for all registered healthcare professionals and healthcare support workers across CTMUHB.
  • Lead the development and implementation of multi-year business plans, annual operational plans and performance frameworks for the Academy.
  • Work closely with the Executive Director of Nursing, Midwifery & Patient Care, Executive Director of Therapies & Healthcare Science and the Medical Director and their teams on planned changes to healthcare.

Qualifications

  • Credible and visible leader with substantial senior-level experience in healthcare education.
  • Strong influencing skills and a proven ability to lead large-scale change within complex environments.
  • Ability to drive improvements in workforce capability and deliver better outcomes for patients and communities.
  • Experience in developing and implementing multi-year business plans, operational plans and performance frameworks.

Benefits

  • Leading pension
  • Generous leave
  • Flexible work
  • Career growth
  • Access to ongoing learning and development

Assistant Director for the Clinical Learning Academy in Stoke-on-Trent employer: Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

As an employer, the Clinical Learning Academy offers a dynamic and supportive work environment that prioritises professional growth and innovation in healthcare education. With generous leave, a leading pension scheme, and flexible working arrangements, employees are empowered to thrive while making a meaningful impact on patient care and workforce development. The Academy fosters collaboration with universities and external partners, ensuring that staff have access to ongoing learning opportunities and can contribute to shaping the future of clinical education.

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Contact Details:

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Assistant Director for the Clinical Learning Academy in Stoke-on-Trent

Leadership
Strategic Planning
Operational Management
Educational Development
Collaboration
Change Management
Influencing Skills