Job summary
We are seeking applications for the role of Associate Dean in Kent, Surrey and Sussex to take on a wide portfolio supporting medical education in the region as detailed below.
This is a Secondment opportunity for 3 years, with the possibility to extend for a further 3 years upon agreement from the Postgraduate Dean.
Main duties of the job
You will join the team of the Postgraduate Dean for Kent Surrey and Sussex, to support their mission. The role is dynamic and flexible, with each member of the team having direct responsibility for engagement and support, governance and quality for a geographical area and the learners, educators and providers within this.
The associate deans provide direct support for the directors of medical education and other senior educational leaders in these organisations as well as the heads of school and their teams.
There are also a number of innovative portfolio responsibilities covering operational, faculty and patient-focused development focused on current NHSE priorities such as health inequalities, clinical pathways and enhancing doctors working lives.
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:
1. Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
2. Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
3. Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
4. Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
5. Delivering value for money.
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Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.
Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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.
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.
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We are committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from discrimination. We support the values and pledges of the NHS Constitution.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently.
Person Specification
Qualification and Training
Essential
6. Primary clinical healthcare qualification
7. Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty, professional association and/or regulatory body
Desirable
8. Attendance at educational development training/courses.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
9. Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
Desirable
10. A strong sense of vision and ability to innovate
11. Politically astute with an ability to sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty
12. Ability to problem solve and maintain objectivity
13. Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills
14. Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders
15. Excellent organisational and time management skills
16. Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress
Behaviours and Values
Desirable
17. A transformation leadership style
18. Ability to make decisions autonomously when required on difficult issues
19. Management of transformation and change
20. Sensitivity, tolerance and acceptance of criticism
21. Perform all duties in a manner that supports and promotes commitment to equal opportunities
22. Conduct all duties in a manner that safeguards the health and safety of yourself and your colleagues, trainees and staff.
23. A continuing quest for personal and professional development
24. An academic interest in training and education across primary and secondary care
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
25. Considerable experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context.
26. Knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes, including an understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters.
Desirable
27. Experience of clinical and educational leadership and innovation, including managing a multi-professional team.
28. Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education.
29. Understanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges/Faculties, professional bodies, related NHS organisations and regulatory bodies.
30. Understanding of the workforce transformation agenda.
31. Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years.
32. Active involvement in, and up to date with, appraisal processes.