Job summaryAre you passionate about supporting doctors throughout their career journey and ensuring high-quality workforce processes that directly support patient care?As part of our evolving People & Culture Directorate, we are recruiting two Medical Workforce Partner roles to support key areas of our Medical Workforce function:Medical Workforce Partner (Job Planning)Medical Workforce Partner (Appraisal & Revalidation)These are exciting opportunities to work in partnership with senior clinical leaders, consultants, operational teams and the Office of the Chief Medical Officer to deliver specialist medical workforce services across the Trust. Both roles will play a vital part in supporting compliance, workforce planning, medical engagement and the delivery of high-quality healthcare services.Main duties of the jobMedical Workforce Partner (Job Planning)You will lead the operational delivery of consultant and SAS doctor job planning processes across the Trust, working closely with Clinical Leads, Divisional teams and the Deputy Medical Director.Key responsibilities include:Coordinating and supporting the annual and in-year job planning processAdvising managers and clinicians on job planning principles, policies and processesProducing workforce intelligence and reports to support service planning and capacity managementSupporting the Job Planning Committee and ensuring robust governance arrangementsDelivering training and guidance to clinicians and managers on job planning systems and processesMedical Workforce Partner (Appraisal & Revalidation)You will support the Trust's appraisal and revalidation processes, ensuring doctors are supported to meet regulatory requirements and maintain professional standards.Key responsibilities include:Coordinating appraisal and revalidation processes for non-training grade doctorsSupporting compliance with GMC and Trust requirements. Working closely with appraisers, clinicians and the Office of the Chief Medical OfficerProducing reports and workforce information to support assurance processesSupporting continuous improvement of appraisal and revalidation arrangements.About usThe Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave; a national programme that is changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector. This means we are working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.We are a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing.As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex. DetailsDate posted05 August 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 5Salary 33,677 to 40,996 a year ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number001024Job locationsThe Princess Alexandra HospitalHarlowEssexCM20 1QXUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesWe are looking for individuals who can demonstrate:Experience working within Medical Workforce, HR, workforce management or a related NHS operational role.Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage complex processes and competing priorities.Experience building effective relationships with senior clinicians and managers.Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.The ability to analyse information, identify solutions and drive improvements.A commitment to delivering high-quality, customer-focused services. Job description Job responsibilitiesWe are looking for individuals who can demonstrate:Experience working within Medical Workforce, HR, workforce management or a related NHS operational role.Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage complex processes and competing priorities.Experience building effective relationships with senior clinicians and managers.Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.The ability to analyse information, identify solutions and drive improvements.A commitment to delivering high-quality, customer-focused services.Person Specification Qualifications EssentialEducated to degree level and/or equivalent level of experience in people/ HR related role Evidence of continuous professional development DesirableWorking towards CIPD level 5 qualification Experience EssentialExperience of working in an HR, workforce, medical staffing or administrative environmentExperience of coordinating recruitment or onboarding processesExperience of working with confidential and sensitive informationDesirableExperience of using ESR or other workforce management systemsExperience of supporting appraisal, revalidation or job planning processes Person Specification Qualifications EssentialEducated to degree level and/or equivalent level of experience in people/ HR related role Evidence of continuous professional development DesirableWorking towards CIPD level 5 qualification Experience EssentialExperience of working in an HR, workforce, medical staffing or administrative environmentExperience of coordinating recruitment or onboarding processesExperience of working with confidential and sensitive informationDesirableExperience of using ESR or other workforce management systemsExperience of supporting appraisal, revalidation or job planning processesDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer detailsEmployer nameThe Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS TrustAddressThe Princess Alexandra HospitalHarlowEssexCM20 1QXUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameThe Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS TrustAddressThe Princess Alexandra HospitalHarlowEssexCM20 1QXUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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