NORTHERN IRELAND AMBULANCE SERVICE JOB DESCRIPTION. TITLE OF POST: Assistant Director of Human Resources; Education, Learning and Development

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1 JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE OF POST: Assistant Director of Human Resources; Education, Learning and Development LOCATION: REPORTS TO: RESPONSIBLE TO: Human Resources Directorate Ambulance Headquarters Director of Human Resources Chief Executive JOB SUMMARY: The post-holder will be part of the Human Resources Directorate Senior Management Team, responsible for providing strategic direction in the Trust relating to Human Resource issues and will assist the Director of Human Resources as required. The post-holder is responsible for contributing to the development of innovative strategic and operational issues relating to Education, Training and Development, and Recruitment. They will have managerial responsibility for the management of the Regional Ambulance Training Centre and Training Team. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Strategic Issues 1. Participate in and advise on Organisational Development issues within the Trust. Develop a planned and coherent approach to improving organisational performance and effectiveness. 2. Lead the NIAS Workforce Planning Steering Group and agree proposals and related action plans with relevant Directors and Senior Managers. 3. Shape and develop the Trust s Education, Training and Development Strategy to support the Trust Delivery Plan. Identify education, training and development needs for all staff at all levels to include best practice training and management development skills training. Design and deliver appropriate training interventions to meet identified needs. 1

2 4. Assist the Director of Human Resources in the provision of professional support and advice to managers on a range of Human Resource issues. 5. Formulate and develop Business Plans and Business Cases as required to achieve Trust strategic aims. Education, Training and Development 1. Project-manage the introduction of Tertiary Education for Ambulance Personnel. Establish and maintain productive working relations with relevant Universities. Work with the Universities on an ongoing basis regarding continuous improvement, and ensure Service Level Agreements meet NIAS requirements and National Standards. 2. Produce, in conjunction with the Clinical Training Manager, an annual education, training and development plan for the Trust. 3. Lead the Agenda for Change Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) and ensure clinical and non-clinical aspects are addressed through the framework. 4. Lead the development of management development programmes. 5. Manage the Trust s training facilities at Headquarters and Divisional level. 6. Ensure the Training Centre retains accreditation with awarding bodies. 7. Take a lead role in ensuring the Trust achieves and maintains quality standards such as IiP accreditation. 8. Co-ordinate and advise on training relating to changes in legislation, policies, procedures and work practices. 9. Lead internal related consultancy projects. 10. Monitor Training Contracts with relevant providers, for example Beeches Management Centre and Sureskills. 11. Represent NIAS as required by the Director of Human Resources at CGAS meetings and provide related background reports. 2

3 12. Actively network with external organisations both as a customer and supplier of training. 13. Ensure a high quality work placement service is offered to schools, universities and training organisations. Recruitment and Selection 1. In conjunction with the Employee Resourcing Manager and Clinical Training Manager, develop appropriate recruitment, assessment and induction training methods to ensure effective selection processes for the Trust. Monitor effectiveness and make recommendations for continuous improvement in related processes. 2. Advise the Trust on the suitability, appropriateness, and application of psychometric assessment methods, as required. 3. Develop and maintain effective systems to ensure equality of opportunity. 4. Participate in the interview process including assessment centres for posts as required. Staff Management 1. Manage the staff in the Training and Development section, ensuring that their work complies with the standards applicable. 2. Review at least annually the performance of staff under the postholder s supervision and provide guidance on personal development requirements, identifying and initiating, where appropriate, further training. 3. Ensures Trust policies and procedures are implemented and adhered to, including participating when necessary in disciplinary or grievance panels. Finance 1. Manage related budgets and highlight variances to the Director of Human Resources. 2. Contribute to securing financial resources and generating income. 3

4 Information Lead responsibility for information systems such as: e-ksf RTIX/TQMP Training Administration Job Evaluation Scheme General 1. Participate in projects within the Trust. 2. Provide authoritative advice on specialist HR issues, interpret national and local policies and guidelines, and takes action as required. 3. Lead/chair corporate policy development within the Trust 4. Work with the Human Resources Senior Management team to ensure:- Effective application of Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions of Service Provision of related Trust Board Reports Adherence to the Human Resources Controls Assurance Standards Contribution to the HR Strategy, Trust Delivery/Business Plan and Annual Report 5. Participate in any training and personal development initiative in accordance with the needs of the organisation. 6. Act at all times in a manner consistent with legislation, policy and procedures in respect of Equality and Diversity. 4

5 PERSONNEL SPECIFICATION TITLE OF POST: LOCATION: REPORTS TO: RESPONSIBLE TO: Human Resources Manager Strategic Development and Training Human Resources Directorate Ambulance Headquarters Director of Human Resources Chief Executive ESSENTIAL CRITERIA: 1. Relevant university degree or recognised professional qualification plus a minimum of three years post-graduate Senior Management experience within a Training and Development or Human Resources function. Or Five years Senior Management experience, a minimum of three of which must be within a Training and Development or Human Resources function. NOTE: Senior Management experience must demonstrate highly developed specialist knowledge, across a range of work procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and relevant practical experience. 2. Must commit to attaining Graduate Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), if not already qualified, and maintaining CIPD Continuous Professional Development. 3. Demonstrate experience of writing long-term Strategies, Policies, Business Plans and/or Business Cases. 4. Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organisation together with influencing skills, to meet the demands of the post. 5