Head of Training and Research

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. West London GP Federation Head of Training and Research The closing date is 25 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary The Head of Training and Research will be responsible for coordinating training, workforce development and research activity across West London through the Federation and Primary Care Networks (PCNs). The role works closely with practices, PCNs, NWL Training Hub, the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), the Regional Research Delivery Network (RRDN) and academic partners so that training and research activity is practical, accessible and linked to workforce and service needs. The postholder will turn agreed training and research priorities into practical delivery, support practices to participate, make best use of available funding, and ensure activity is supported by proportionate governance, reporting and quality assurance. Main duties of the job The postholder will lead delivery of Training & Research Hub programmes across West London, coordinating workforce development, education, training and research activity. They will support practices and PCNs to identify workforce needs, develop learning and placement opportunities, embed new and emerging roles, and translate workforce plans into practical service delivery. The role will coordinate research opportunities from study identification and feasibility through to practice onboarding and delivery, supporting practices throughout the research lifecycle and helping to build research capability and participation. The postholder will manage Training & Research Hub budgets, funding and research income, monitor activity and performance, and ensure programme, governance and reporting requirements are met. They will work with partners to identify opportunities, address delivery risks and make effective use of workforce, training and research resources. About us The LMA West London GP Federation (the Federation) is an organisation representing and supporting general practice across the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea and Westminster (QPP). It comprises five Primary Care Networks (PCNs) and 39 GP practices, serving a registered patient population of approximately 300,000. The Federation works collaboratively with partners across the Integrated Care Board (ICB), local authorities, NHS providers, and the voluntary and community sector to deliver integrated, neighbourhood-based care. Its purpose is to strengthen primary care, improve population health, and support thriving general practice through innovation, inclusion, and transformation. Details Date posted 09 October 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience 8a Equivalent, dependent on experience Contract Fixed term Duration 15 months Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number B0178-26-0015 Job locations St Charles Hospital London W10 6DZ United Kingdom Violet Melchett Clinic 30 Flood Walk LONDON SW3 5RR United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Strategic Development & System Working Maintains oversight of Training Hub and Research Hub activity across West London and supports delivery against agreed local priorities. Coordinates annual planning and delivery activity for the Training & Research Hub. Oversees training and research programmes across West London, ensuring activity reflects local priori