Foundation Programme Director W11 FY1 & FY2

Job Title

Foundation Programme Director W11 FY1 & FY2

Employer

NHS Ayrshire & Arran

Hours & Duration

Part Time, 1 PA (4 hours per week)
Fixed Term / Secondment for 36 months

Location

NES is a remote‑friendly employer supporting office, remote and hybrid working (within the UK)

Salary

Consultant, Associate Adviser or other appropriate pay scale

Overview

Manage a Foundation Programme and oversee the education and training of approximately 30 residents at Inverclyde Royal Hospital and Royal Alexandra Hospital, Paisley. This is a replacement post with preference for local clinicians in the West of Scotland. Requires Recognition of Trainer status and an agreement on a Service Level Agreement within the applicant's current job plan.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Foundation Programme and oversee residents’ education and training.
• Contribute to the formal Foundation teaching programme in partnership with existing FPDs.
• Act as an educational and/or clinical supervisor as required.
• Attend the office for pre‑employment checks before the start date.

Qualifications

• Consultant, GP or SAS doctor based in the West Region of Scotland.
• Currently in a substantive NHS or University post.
• Recognition of Trainer status.
• Support a Service Level Agreement for the role within their job plan.
• Right to work in the UK or eligibility for sponsorship.

Application

• Closing date: 15th December 2025
• Interview date: 8th January 2025
• No CVs will be accepted.
• Apply through the NHS Scotland National Recruitment Portal.
• For queries, contact

Contact

• Dr Caroline Whitton, Associate Postgraduate Dean, West region –
• Dr Shona McLellan, Associate Postgraduate Dean, West region

Other Information

Pre‑employment checks will verify entitlement to work in the UK. Sponsorship may be available if the employer is a licensed sponsor and the role meets the minimum salary threshold.

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