The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Medical Education Manager

The closing date is 04 May 2026

Job summary

Working closely with the Director of Medical Education and Head of Teaching Academy the postholder will have managerial responsibility for Medical Education, providing strategic planning, leadership and direction to deliver both Postgraduate and Undergraduate training.

This is an exciting time to join the Education Team in Dudley, with our ambition to become a University Hospital almost a reality. The successful candidate will join a well established and innovative team, who are continually driving forward the quality of Education in the Trust. Working as part of the senior leadership team in the Medical Directors Directorate, the postholder will establish strong connections with colleagues in Research and Innovation and Knowledge Management, as well as across a range of higher education providers locally.

Main duties of the job

To be responsible for the interpretation and implementation of national policies and current legislation relating to medical training and service level agreements, ensuring the operational delivery and standards are met within the Medical Education team.To influence and lead on the strategic development of Postgraduate medical education, supporting the Director of Medical Education, Clinical Tutor, Foundation Programme Directors and College Tutors.To influence and lead on the strategic development of Undergraduate medical education, supporting the Head of Academy, Deputies and Year Leads.To provide specialist knowledge, advice and guidance on postgraduate and undergraduate medical education related matters for all medical staff and managers in the Trust.To manage a broad range of medical training and teaching programmes and complex educational activities.To act and make decisions as the Trust representative at a range of meetings, both internal and external on Medical Education related matters.

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)

Details

Date posted

20 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

253-0426-7732096

Job locations

RHH

Pensnett Road

Dudley

DY1 2HQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the detailed Job Description /Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the detailed Job Description /Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Masters or significant experience
  • Project Management/Leadership

Knowledge

Essential

  • Knowledge of medical education

Experience

Essential

  • Team Management
  • Budget Management
  • External Relations
  • NHS experience
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Masters or significant experience
  • Project Management/Leadership

Knowledge

Essential

  • Knowledge of medical education

Experience

Essential

  • Team Management
  • Budget Management
  • External Relations
  • NHS experience

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).

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).

Employer details

Employer name

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Address

RHH

Pensnett Road

Dudley

DY1 2HQ


Employer's website

https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Address

RHH

Pensnett Road

Dudley

DY1 2HQ


Employer's website

https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Directorate Manager

Rebecca Edwards

rebecca.edwards12@nhs.net

01384244102

Details

Date posted

20 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

253-0426-7732096

Job locations

RHH

Pensnett Road

Dudley

DY1 2HQ


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