Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Medical And Dental Advocate

The closing date is 25 June 2025

Job summary

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a Medical/Dental Advocate within HIOW Healthcare NHS Trust. This role is specifically designed to improve the working lives, health, and wellbeing of consultant doctors and dentists across the Trust.

The postholder will work collaboratively with senior clinical and managerial colleagues to develop and implement local strategies that support professional engagement, job satisfaction, and career development. Acting as a dedicated advocate, they will represent the views and interests of consultant doctors and dentists, helping to shape a positive and supportive working culture.

A key aspect of the role is to ensure that consultants and dentists feel heard, valued, and empowered in their professional environment. The postholder will have the opportunity to influence and develop initiatives aimed at improving wellbeing, addressing challenges, and fostering a culture of openness, respect, and support.

We are looking for an individual with excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of the challenges faced by senior clinicians, and a commitment to promoting a positive workplace culture.

This is a unique role for someone passionate about improving the professional experience of their peers and contributing to a thriving, supportive healthcare community.

Main duties of the job

  • Understand the unique pressures and responsibilities of consultant/dental roles.
  • Advocate effectively and influence senior leadership.
  • Liaise with key stakeholders on health and wellbeing issues.
  • Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion.
  • Maintain confidentiality and adhere to Trust policies and the Data Protection Act.
  • Participate in personal development and training.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.

Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.

Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.

Details

Date posted

12 June 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£105,504 to £139,882 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

348-CORP-MED-8475

Job locations

Tatchbury Mount

Calmore

Southampton

Hampshire

SO40 2RZ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Recognised basic Medical DegreeFull GMC/GDC Registrationsubstantive consultant/dental post
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Recognised basic Medical DegreeFull GMC/GDC Registrationsubstantive consultant/dental post

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.

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.

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

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Tatchbury Mount

Calmore

Southampton

Hampshire

SO40 2RZ


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Tatchbury Mount

Calmore

Southampton

Hampshire

SO40 2RZ


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Hiring Manager

Jeremy Rowland

Jeremy.Rowland@southernhealth.nhs.uk

07827082257

Details

Date posted

12 June 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£105,504 to £139,882 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

348-CORP-MED-8475

Job locations

Tatchbury Mount

Calmore

Southampton

Hampshire

SO40 2RZ


Supporting documents

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