University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Deputy Associate Clinical Sub-Dean

The closing date is 07 August 2025

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

This is a FIXED TERM 36 months Contract with the position commencing in the month of September 2025.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

The Deputy Associate Clinical Sub-Dean (Deputy ACSD) supports the delivery of high-quality undergraduate medical education at UHS, working closely with the Associate Clinical Sub-Dean and the wider DME team. The role has a particular focus on the support, development, and coordination of Clinical Teaching Fellows (CTFs), as well as the strategic management of Year 3 and 5 placements in medicine and surgery.

You will play a key part in ensuring students have a structured, supportive, and rewarding clinical experience, especially during 2027 when both Year 3 and Year 5 cohorts will undertake simultaneous placements.

You will be responsible to the Associate Clinical Sub-Dean and will contribute to local implementation of guidance from the University of Southampton Faculty of Medicine, the Medical Schools Council, and the General Medical Council.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Details

Date posted

25 July 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£109,725 to £145,478 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

188-MT20725

Job locations

Southampton General Hospital

Southampton University Hospital NHS Trust

Southampton

SO16 6YD


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description attached.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC). The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.Interviews will be held on 15th August 2025Job Reference: 188-MT20725This vacancy closes on or before: 7th August 2025Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description attached.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC). The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.Interviews will be held on 15th August 2025Job Reference: 188-MT20725This vacancy closes on or before: 7th August 2025Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Training & Experience

Essential

  • GMC registration with a licence to practise
  • GMC trainer status
  • Clinical teaching experience at undergraduate level
  • Experience of managing individuals or teams

Desirable

  • Postgraduate qualification in education or leadership
  • Experience coordinating multi-level student placements
  • Prior leadership in an educational setting

Aptitudes and skills

Essential

  • Evidence and ability to work effectively both individually and collaboratively
  • Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
  • Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
  • Supportive, approachable, and committed to education

Desirable

  • Familiarity with the Southampton BM program
  • Enthusiastic about developing others

Living Trust Values

Essential

  • Patients First
  • Always Improving
  • Working Together
Person Specification

Qualifications, Training & Experience

Essential

  • GMC registration with a licence to practise
  • GMC trainer status
  • Clinical teaching experience at undergraduate level
  • Experience of managing individuals or teams

Desirable

  • Postgraduate qualification in education or leadership
  • Experience coordinating multi-level student placements
  • Prior leadership in an educational setting

Aptitudes and skills

Essential

  • Evidence and ability to work effectively both individually and collaboratively
  • Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
  • Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
  • Supportive, approachable, and committed to education

Desirable

  • Familiarity with the Southampton BM program
  • Enthusiastic about developing others

Living Trust Values

Essential

  • Patients First
  • Always Improving
  • Working Together

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

Southampton General Hospital

Southampton University Hospital NHS Trust

Southampton

SO16 6YD


Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

Southampton General Hospital

Southampton University Hospital NHS Trust

Southampton

SO16 6YD


Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant

Dr Iain Beardsell

Iain.beardsell@uhs.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

25 July 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£109,725 to £145,478 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

188-MT20725

Job locations

Southampton General Hospital

Southampton University Hospital NHS Trust

Southampton

SO16 6YD


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