Job Description

Make a national impact. Shape the future of healthcare workforce in Wales.



Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) is seeking an outstanding medical leader with a passion for education to take on the pivotal role of Medical Director . This is a rare opportunity to influence the future of the healthcare workforce in Wales at the highest level.



As Medical Director, you will hold a senior executive Board level position, with corporate responsibility for strategy, policy and delivery of HEIW's aims. You will lead nationally on the strategic direction and delivery of:



Postgraduate medical, dental, pharmacy and optometry education and training, Workforce plans and transformation relating these professions Appraisal and revalidation

You will work closely with our NHS partners, as well as professional bodies, regulators, Welsh Government and four nations colleagues.



You will also serve as the Responsible Officer for around 3,500 postgraduate doctors in training in Wales, with statutory responsibility for overseeing appraisal and performance monitoring, ensuring robust revalidation processes, and managing fitness to practise concerns in collaboration with employers and the GMC.



Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) is the strategic workforce body for NHS Wales with statutory functions that include education and training, workforce planning, workforce development and transformation, leadership and succession planning, and careers. Our purpose is to develop a workforce that delivers excellent care to patients/service users and excellent population health. We are a Special Health Authority working closely with our partners; Social Care Wales, education providers, professional and regulatory bodies and Welsh Government.

HEIW's is committed to developing an internal culture of choice. Our Values reflect our thoughts, feelings and beliefs in how we will, and will not, behave and treat others:

Respect for All in every contact we have with others, Ideas that Improve: Harnessing creativity and continuously innovating, evaluating and improving, Together as a Team: Working with colleagues across NHS Wales and with partner organisations.

HEIW received the HPMA Award for Employee Engagement in 2019.

What you can expect:

a corporate induction and 90 day Welcome itinerary, compassionate leadership, a meaningful values based performance appraisal process, the opportunity to impact upon health and social care services and the lives and wellbeing of the people of Wales.

Many of our colleagues and stakeholders have commented on the buzz and atmosphere we create by working together as "One HEIW Team". Do you want to join that team?



You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply" now to view in Trac.

About you:

We are looking for an inspirational, creative, visible and compassionate leader with a passion for education and a track record in innovation. You will bring:



Significant experience in medical and interprofessional education and management

Proven leadership at, or close to, Board level

Excellent relationship-building skills across local, national, and UK-wide stakeholders

A deep understanding of education strategy, systems, and policy in healthcare



You must hold full specialist or GP registration with the General Medical Council , along with a current Licence to Practise .



HEIW is the strategic workforce organisation and Statutory Education Body for NHS Wales. As a Special Health Authority, we play a unique and vital role in developing national solutions for a sustainable workforce, drawing on a range of specialist education, training and workforce development functions. We are committed to making Wales a great place to train and work for our health and care professionals and contributing to improving patient care and population health.

What we offer:

A strong workplace culture and opportunity to shape the future of the NHS Wales workforce A varied and diverse portfolio to support personal and professional development A hybrid working model, with headquarters at Ty Dysgu - conveniently located near Cardiff, the M4, and A470 * Flexible living options with access to Wales' coastlines, countryside, and vibrant cities