JOB DESCRIPTION – Member of the Portfolio Assessment Group Job Title: Member of the Portfolio Assessment Group Responsible to: Chair of the Portfolio Assessment Group Accountable to: Chair of the Portfolio Pathway (formally CESR) Executive Committee THE PURPOSE The purpose of the Portfolio Assessment Group is to carry out those functions necessary to enable the College to make recommendations to the General Medical Council (GMC), regarding those matters about which the GMC must be satisfied for the purpose of carrying out the functions conferred on that authority by the General and Specialist Medical Practice (Education, Training and Qualifications) Order. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • To play an active role in the assessment of individual applications for entry to the GMC Specialist Register To engage in the continuous development of processes and procedures to support the assessment of knowledge, skills and experience in accordance with the GMC’s regulations and guidelines To be fully conversant with GMC regulations in relation to portfolio pathways and keep up to date with changes To give full and fair consideration to equality and diversity whilst ensuring that the integrity of the portfolio pathway is upheld To uphold the vision and values of the RCoA To draw any matter of concern to the attention of the Chair of the Portfolio Pathway Executive Committee • • • • • COMMITMENT The role holder will be expected to commit to at least six meetings per year (one in person) and evaluate a minimum of four applications per year, and more frequently if the workload so requires. The normal term will be three years, renewable for a further three years. Further extension may be granted at the discretion of the Portfolio Pathway Executive Committee. All applicants must declare any potential conflicts of interest as part of their application. Please include details of any such conflicts, including positions such as GMC Specialist Application Associate involved in assessing Portfolio Pathway applications. Additionally, it is essential that appointed assessors promptly notify us of any conflicts of interest that arise during their tenure, including the assumption of roles referenced above. PERSON SPECIFICATION – Member of the Portfolio Assessment Group Professional Requirements Essential Practising substantive consultant anaesthetists in the NHS Member of the Royal College of Anaesthetists in good standing Possession of full GMC registration, without limitation Professional/Technical and Occupational Training Essential Demonstrable commitment to ongoing assessment and training October 2024 Equality and diversity training within the last three years Participation in revalidation, annual appraisal and adherence to CPD requirements Have status as a recognised trainer/be on the Recognition of Trainers register Desirable Attendance as an observer of a Portfolio Assessment Group meeting, either remotely or in person Experience Essential Active involvement and commitment to education and training Minimum of one years’ experience as an Educational Supervisor Desirable Previous experience of gaining GMC specialist registration through the Portfolio Pathway process Previous experience as a Head of School, Training Programme Director, Regional Adviser, Deputy Regional Adviser or College Tutor Skills and Knowledge Essential Excellent written and verbal communication skills Thorough knowledge of the current CCT programme in anaesthesia Team player Demonstration of courtesy, fairness and non-discrimination to applicants and fellow group members Personal Attributes Essential Highly self-motivated Meticulous attention to detail Ability to form excellent working relationships Friendly and consultative attitude Willingness to contribute to the wider aims of the College strategy to support the Portfolio Pathway process EXPENSES The reasonable travel, accommodation and subsistence expenses of those invited to attend Portfolio Assessment Group meetings shall be met in accordance with published College guidance, if required. Those attending meetings as representatives of external organisations will not be offered expenses except with the Chair of the Portfolio Pathway Executive Committee and Director’s prior knowledge and approval.