Training Programme Coordinator in London

Job Type: Permanent

Hours: 35 hours per week

Department: Specialty Training

Salary: Band 2 – from £30,444

Reports to: Director of Specialty Training

Location: Hybrid – Office (London Bridge) and home working

Who they are

Our client is the leader in the field of sexual and reproductive healthcare, and they are the voice for professionals working in this area. As a multi-disciplinary professional membership organisation, they set clinical guidance and standards, provide training and lifelong education, and champion safe and effective sexual and reproductive healthcare across the life course for all.

Can you help them?

They are seeking a proactive and highly organised individual to lead the delivery and quality assurance of their national specialty training programme. As Training Programme Lead, you will play a central role in supporting trainees, upholding curriculum standards, and ensuring compliance with the regulatory requirements of the General Medical Council (GMC). You will also guide doctors pursuing specialist registration through alternative routes, such as the GMC's Portfolio Pathway, ensuring these processes are fair, transparent, and effective. Acting as the key liaison between trainees, educators, regulators, and other stakeholders across the UK, you will help shape the future workforce in this vital area of healthcare. If you are passionate about education, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are committed to continuous improvement, they would love to hear from you.

Curriculum management

• Ensure the curriculum and assessment framework meets the regulatory standards set by the General Medical Council (GMC).
• Collaborate with clinicians, educators, regulators, and statutory boards to ensure the curriculum remains relevant, effective, and aligned with national standards, legislation, and service needs.
• Monitor and evaluate curriculum delivery across training sites by collecting feedback, audit results, and performance data; maintain accurate records of trainee outcomes and produce reports to support internal governance and external regulatory compliance.
• Support the use of digital platforms to track trainee progress against curriculum outcomes.

Trainee Support & Progression

• Act as a key point of contact for specialty trainees, providing curriculum-related guidance and administrative support throughout their training.
• Assist trainees in navigating digital platforms used for portfolio management and progression tracking.
• Develop and maintain clear, accessible guidance documents to support trainees in understanding training requirements and processes.
• Coordinate training events, inductions, and communications to keep trainees informed and engaged.

Stakeholder engagement

• Maintain effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including the GMC, NHS England, statutory education boards, medical colleges and faculties, and training providers.
• Serve as the primary liaison for specialty trainees, Educational Supervisors and Training Programme Directors.
• Work with suppliers and digital platform providers to maintain and improve user experience and functionality.
• Ensure open and constructive communication with all stakeholders to support programme delivery and regulatory compliance.

Portfolio Pathway

• Support doctors applying for specialist registration via the GMC's Portfolio Pathway.
• Coordinate the review process for Portfolio Pathway applications, ensuring timely and accurate evaluation by relevant panels or evaluators.
• Provide clear, accessible guidance to applicants and maintain accurate records to support continuous improvement of the process and data to support workforce planning.

Committee and Governance Support

• Provide high-quality administrative support to internal committees, working groups, and panels involved in specialty training governance.
• Prepare agendas, take minutes, and follow up on actions to ensure effective committee operations.
• Support the governance of the curriculum and assessment framework by maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures and standard operating procedures related to the specialty training portfolio.

You will be

• A confident and professional communicator, able to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders including trainees, clinicians, and regulatory bodies.
• Highly organised and methodical, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams.
• Detail-oriented and process-driven, with a structured approach to managing tasks and systems.
• Proactive and solutions-focused, committed to continuous improvement.
• Collaborative and approachable, with a strong commitment to supporting learners and maintaining high standards.
• Adaptable and resilient, comfortable working in a regulatory environment and responding to evolving national standards and service needs.

You will have

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience.
• Excellent organisational skills: ability to prioritise effectively, manage complex processes and maintain accurate records.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using digital platforms and tools for portfolio tracking, data analysis, and communication (e.g. CRM, Learning Management Systems, MS Office).
• Ability to interpret and apply regulatory standards (e.g. GMC requirements) to ensure compliance and oversee quality assurance.
• Understanding of the role of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in ensuring consistency and quality, and ability to develop and maintain them.
• Competency in analysing and interpreting data to produce meaningful reports for internal governance and regulatory reviews.

You will have experience

• Coordinating or supporting training or education programmes, ideally within a regulated or healthcare environment.
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management across a range of professional levels.
• Supporting or managing governance structures such as committees, panels, or working groups.
• Maintaining accurate records and producing reports for internal and external use.
• Developing guidance materials and SOPs to support users in navigating complex systems or processes.
• (Desirable) Supporting or managing volunteers.
• (Desirable) Working with regulatory bodies.
• (Desirable) Familiarity with the Portfolio Pathway or similar specialist registration processes.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday, with an additional 2 days leave after 2 years of service, and a further 3 days after 5 years.
• Birthday leave day.
• Annual Volunteering Day.
• Flexible working culture.
• Pension and life assurance scheme: 10% employer contribution / 5% employee contribution after successful completion of probation; includes access to life assurance at 4x annual salary and an income protection scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Employee discounts portal.
• Free Lunch Thursday.
• Interest free season ticket travel loans.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay.
• Free eye tests.
• Training and development: they want their staff to feel invested in and have the time and space to grow, learn and develop in their roles. They provide a range of learning and development opportunities, from webinars and conferences to bespoke training sessions.

To Apply

Deadline for applications is 10am Tuesday 17 February 2026. Interviews will take place on Monday 23 or Tuesday 24 February 2026. They want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact them if you require any assistance or adjustment so that they can help with making the application process work for you. They value diversity, promote equality and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. They are working hard to minimise unconscious bias and your application will be anonymised to support this. NB: In order to fulfil this role you should be resident in the UK with a valid right to work; they are unable to sponsor people requiring a work visa.