Job summary
The Training Programme Director is responsible for coordinating the Dental Foundation Training programme in NHS England across London, Kent, Surrey, and Sussex.
Oversight of Dental Foundation training in London and KSS, individuals will be allocated to a set scheme or task/area.
This advert is for
2x Training Programme Director - 4 PA each
The role of Training Programme Director is to work with and support the Associate Postgraduate Dental Dean in leading the delivery of a wide range of functions within their specialty, aligned to the NHS England mandate. The Programme Director will ensure that both national standards, determined by the specialty Royal College and also guidelines and standards established within London and KSS are met.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will work closely with the Associate Dental Deans, other Dental TPD's, LaSE team including the Dental Business Manager, the Regional Postgraduate Dental Dean, and other key departments including Quality.
They will work with the Associate Dental Deans to produce orthodontists who will strive for the highest standards of patient-centred care and commit themselves to a lifetime of professional development
The Training Programme Director is professionally and managerially accountable to the Associate Postgraduate Dental Dean. The Training Programme Director will focus upon improvement of learner supervision, assessment and experience, engagement of faculty and ensuring effective educational outcomes, both now and in the future. The role is evolving and will also focus on whole workforce transformation and developing multi-professional links.
To support the Postgraduate Dean, Training Programme Directors will work across the spectrum of health and where relevant, social care, within the context of a team, so that the provision of education reflects changing service models. This will deliver an integrated workforce comprising individuals from a spectrum of professional and other backgrounds.
About us
The NHS England, London and KSS is responsible for planning the delivery and ensuring the quality of postgraduate dental education and training across London and KSS. NHSE is committed to the development of a medical and dental workforce that will support high quality patient care in London, Kent, Surrey and Sussex.
The length of appointment will be for 12 months plus potential for an extension subject to agreement of both parties.
On 1 April 2023 Health Education England became part of the new NHS England. Our people are our most important asset; recruiting and retaining the best talent remains crucial to our success. We continue to recruit externally where we cannot fill vacancies internally. We hope you choose to join us but please be aware that some roles may be subject to change in the future. We want to attract and retain highly skilled people to enable us to work with our partners to plan, recruit, educate and train the health workforce. Please note, some supporting documentation attached to this vacancy refers to the legacy organisation, previously known as Health Education England, now NHS England. Work is continuing to harmonise the new NHS England recruitment service and any reference to Health Education England will be updated in due course. More information about the transition to the new NHS England is available here.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Training Programme Director is responsible for the co-ordination, running and quality control of the Dental Foundation Training programme across Kent, Surrey and Sussex. There are currently approximately 12-16 trainees allocated to each scheme, but this is subject to change based on a review of the regional and national programme numbers.
The role of Training Programme Director is to work with and support the Postgraduate Dental Dean in leading the delivery of a wide range of functions, aligned to the NHS England mandate.
You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.
If you like what you have read and think you have the skills and experience, we need then don't delay, apply today! We get lots of applications for our roles and so we sometimes have to close our posts early. Don't miss out!
SecondmentsApplicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only,agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Training Programme Director is responsible for the co-ordination, running and quality control of the Dental Foundation Training programme across Kent, Surrey and Sussex. There are currently approximately 12-16 trainees allocated to each scheme, but this is subject to change based on a review of the regional and national programme numbers.
The role of Training Programme Director is to work with and support the Postgraduate Dental Dean in leading the delivery of a wide range of functions, aligned to the NHS England mandate.
You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.
If you like what you have read and think you have the skills and experience, we need then don't delay, apply today! We get lots of applications for our roles and so we sometimes have to close our posts early. Don't miss out!
SecondmentsApplicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only,agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience and training in clinical and educational supervision to include Foundation Dentists
- Have genuine enthusiasm for education and relevant, up-to-date training in teaching methods
- Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
Desirable
- Awareness of the recommendations of Advancing Dental Care/ DERP
Qualifications
Essential
- Primary dental qualification
- Significant experience as a registered dental practitioner
- Currently working within an NHS dental practice for the duration of the post
Desirable
Abilities and Values
Essential
- Flexible and adaptable approach with a positive attitude to change
- To promote effective workplace learning and to promote a values-based culture in line with HEE and NHS values.
- Ability to maintain effective and productive working relationships with colleagues
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience and training in clinical and educational supervision to include Foundation Dentists
- Have genuine enthusiasm for education and relevant, up-to-date training in teaching methods
- Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
Desirable
- Awareness of the recommendations of Advancing Dental Care/ DERP
Qualifications
Essential
- Primary dental qualification
- Significant experience as a registered dental practitioner
- Currently working within an NHS dental practice for the duration of the post
Desirable
Abilities and Values
Essential
- Flexible and adaptable approach with a positive attitude to change
- To promote effective workplace learning and to promote a values-based culture in line with HEE and NHS values.
- Ability to maintain effective and productive working relationships with colleagues
Additional information
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 the UK 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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
