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Job summary Development Lead in Clinical Physiology - Echocardiography This position is an exciting prospect for an enthusiastic individual that is willing to expand and develop our service in paediatric echocardiography. This role would suit someone that is able to implement positive changes in an exciting and dynamic department that will help support and define our growing echocardiography service. To promote an environment of continued learning and professional development within this highly skilled area of cardiac physiology through the ability to lead and encourage teams is essential.This position includes a commitment to clinical practice performing echocardiography in children with a large spectrum of congenital, inherited and acquired heart conditions. Paediatric experienceis essential. This post includes a 10% Recruitment and Retention Premium. Main duties of the jobDevelop and lead Education Plans for echocardiographers within Clinical Physiology ensuring the education, training and continuing development of cardiac physiology staff is planned and delivered effectivelyActively working to improve retention of trained staff within the team by developing a diverse structure that enables growth and progressionSupport the area in establishing and maintaining strong links with the multidisciplinary education & training programmes within the TrustFacilitate the development of a knowledgeable, competent and capable workforceEnsure that induction, education and continuing professional development programs for trained cardiac physiologists within echocardiography are fully implemented and that effective review and evaluation systems are in placeLead the development of a culture of practice and learning underpinned by research-based protocols and pathways of careMaintain a good working relationship with the divisional education teams, corporate education teams, academic partners, professional bodies and organisationsRepresent the clinical speciality on local, regional and national strategic working parties, steering groups and initiativesAbout us GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed. We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion. We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee. Details Date posted 22 July 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £64,156 to £71,148 a year per annum inclusive Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 271-HL-7173401-A Job locations Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust Great Ormond Street Hospital London WC1N 3JHJob description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below. Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below. Person Specification GOSH Culture and Values EssentialOur Always values Academic/Professional qualification/Training EssentialBSc in clinical Physiology - cardiology OR related Science degree Post graduate qualification in specialist area within echocardiography Educated to Master's degree level OR equivalent level of experience HCPC registration DesirableLeadership training Experience/Knowledge EssentialSpecialist knowledge of paediatric cardiology and echocardiography Experience of leading and developing individuals Good understanding of cardiac Physiology departmental structure and training needs Experience in leading on quality, governance, standards of care, performance standards and clinical improvements Experience in leading on education projects demonstrating collaborative working DesirableSignificant experience in an education role Skills/Abilities EssentialAble to motivate, inspire and develop teams of staff Quality improvement / practice development skills Excellent managerial, operational, leadership and organisational skills Able to problem solve and initiate change Able to work across professional team and organisational boundaries and maintain constructive relationships Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team Person Specification GOSH Culture and Values EssentialOur Always values Academic/Professional qualification/Training EssentialBSc in clinical Physiology - cardiology OR related Science degree Post graduate qualification in specialist area within echocardiography Educated to Master's degree level OR equivalent level of experience HCPC registration DesirableLeadership training Experience/Knowledge EssentialSpecialist knowledge of paediatric cardiology and echocardiography Experience of leading and developing individuals Good understanding of cardiac Physiology departmental structure and training needs Experience in leading on quality, governance, standards of care, performance standards and clinical improvements Experience in leading on education projects demonstrating collaborative working DesirableSignificant experience in an education role Skills/Abilities EssentialAble to motivate, inspire and develop teams of staff Quality improvement / practice development skills Excellent managerial, operational, leadership and organisational skills Able to problem solve and initiate change Able to work across professional team and organisational boundaries and maintain constructive relationships Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team Disclosure and Barring Service Check This 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . Employer details Employer name Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust Address Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust Great Ormond Street Hospital London WC1N 3JHEmployer's website(Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust Address Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust Great Ormond Street Hospital London WC1N 3JHEmployer's website(Opens in a new tab)#J-18808-Ljbffr