Job summary
An outstanding individual is sought to fulfil the role of Training Programme Director for Dental Core Training in Community Dental Services (CDS), currently in held in Hull, Harrogate, Sheffield and Rotherham. Accountable to the Postgraduate Dental Dean via the Associate Dental Dean, they will play an important part in the direction of CDS DCT training programmes across Yorkshire and the Humber.
Supporting trainees' physical, emotional and mental well-being, essential involvement with recruitment, quality control and assessment of trainees, as well as delivering a training programme that delivers in accordance with the DCT curriculum and the Dental Gold Guide 2023, is required.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced NHS Consultant, SAS, SDO grade or University employee (lecturer or above) who is currently working within DCT CDS training programmes across the Yorkshire and Humber region and with a thorough understanding of postgraduate dental training programmes at this level. They will also have strong leadership and communication skills and be able to work effectively as a member of a multi-professional team committed to implementing the Dental Education Reform Programme.
The post will be available on the basis of a secondment arrangement to NHSE WT&E remunerated at their Pay Scale - per week
All work undertaken is to be incorporated into the successful applicant's Job Plan.
Regional travel maybe required for attendance at meetings and educational events.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the role include:
1. Induction into the training programmes
2. Involvement in the RCP process
3. Delivery of Education
4. Involvement in Recruitment
5. Managing and supporting trainees in difficulty
6. Appointment, training, support and management of their Educational Supervisor team
7. Attendance at DCT Board and Strategy Planning meetings
8. Innovating pathways towards the Dental Education Reform Programme
9. Engage in annual appraisal of their role with the ADD
10. Please note: it is essential you are currently working within CDS DCT training programmes across Yorkshire and Humber
About us
The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
11. Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
12. Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
13. Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
14. Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
15. Delivering value for money.
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Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description for further details on the role, responsibilities and person specification.
Secondments
Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.
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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
16. Holds a registration with the GDC
17. Primary dental healthcare qualification
Desirable
18. Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, Train the trainer, etc)
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
19. Considerable experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context
20. Currently working within the Community Dental Services within Yorkshire and the Humber
21. Knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes, including an understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters
Skills
Essential
22. Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
23. Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills
24. Excellent organisational and time management skills
25. Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress