​​​​​​​Closing date for applications is 4 March 2024

29 January 2024 (Last updated 21 Feb 2024)

The JAG endoscopy training clinical lead will work in partnership with JAG programme manager (training and data) to ensure the successful delivery of the certification programme for endoscopy trainees (JETS) and nursing competency programme (JETS workforce).

Working with the programme manager you will be responsible for delivering the main aims of the JAG Endoscopy Training System (JETS) as agreed within the JAG governance framework including the training steering group and the JAG stakeholder group. You will oversee developments and provide high quality guidance and advice.

You will represent JAG training in external meetings and act as a key point of contact on behalf of JAG for relevant medical colleges, societies, and professional and regulatory bodies. You will maintain and enhance the reputation of the programme and ensure its proper governance.

You will closely with the programme manager to ensure the success of JETS and JETS workforce. Responsibility for the day-to-day management of JETS and JETS workforce lies with the team based at the Royal College of Physicians. 

Application and appointments process

We are looking for the successful candidate to take up the role from Feb 2024 on an informal basis to allow shadowing and handover with the current training lead. The role will formally commence in May 2024. The appointment will be for 2 years with a possible further agreement for one year.

The time commitment is on average half a day per week, increasing to one day a week if needed, and renumeration for this post is in line with the RCP’s clinical release supplement policy. There will therefore be a reimbursement of a maximum of £12,000 per year to the successful candidate’s employer. The RCP will not make any additional reimbursements as part of the agreement related to this role. Appointees can also claim reimbursement of all eligible expenses incurred in carrying out their roles, in line with RCP Accreditation Unit’s policy.

Candidates for this role should be aware that it is the duty of a candidate to obtain advance agreement from his/her employing authority that they will be given adequate time to perform the duties of this role.

Applicants wishing to apply should submit the following to askjag@rcp.ac.uk:

• Letter of application outlining their suitability for the role
• Short CV (focussed on endoscopy-related achievements and leadership experience)
• Where appropriate, a letter of support from an academic supervisor should be provided

Interested parties are welcome to have an informal discussion ahead of application with the current JAG Training Group Lead, Sarah Mills. These should be arranged via the JAG office (askjag@rcp.ac.uk).

Interviews for short-listed applicants will be held virtually – date is TBC.

Closing date for applications is 4 March 2024.

JAG training group lead Job description

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