Job overview 

An outstanding individual is sought to fulfil the role of Psychiatry Foundation Training Programme Director for Yorkshire and the Humber.  

Accountable to the lead Deputy Postgraduate Dean via the Head of School of Foundation, they will play an important part in the direction of training programmes across NHS England, Yorkshire and the Humber (NHSE). Specific roles and responsibilities will be discussed at interview. 

The ideal candidate will be an experienced NHS Consultant with a thorough understanding of Foundation training across the region.  They will also have strong leadership and communication skills and be able to work effectively as a member of a multi-professional team. 

The post will be available on the basis of a secondment arrangement to NHSE remunerated on the NHS Consultant Pay Scale – 1.0 PAs per week.   

All work undertaken is to be incorporated into the Consultant Job Plan. 

This is a NHSE wide role and the successful candidate will have knowledge of all rotations and trainees.

 

Closing Date: Wednesday 25th February 2026

Interview Date: Thursday 12th March 2026

Interview Venue: Microsoft Teams
 

For further details regarding the roles’ main responsibilities, please review the job description and person specification attached to this advert.  

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries should be made to Dr Umakanth Kempanna, Foundation School Director, at england.foundation.yh@nhs.net 
 

How to Apply

To apply, please send a completed Application Form with a CV to the Foundation School at england.foundation.yh@nhs.net