Job summary
The Training Programme Director is responsible for the co-ordination, running and quality control of the Dental Foundation Training programme across a defined regional Midlands footprint. There are currently approximately 15 trainees allocated to each scheme, but this is subject to change based on a review of the regional and national programme numbers.As a result of NHS England's (NHSE) integration into the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), please note that the end date for all new educator secondments/posts will be 31st October 2026. The successful applicant will be updated regarding potential extensions beyond this date.
The post is 12hours/3 sessions per week (each session equates to 4 hours) and will be based in the Midlands region covering the Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire Scheme. The salary is fixed at £109,536 per annum, pro rata.
Main duties of the job
The main duties will includeo Management of defined Scheme directing the local scheme study programme ensuring the programme meets curriculum requirements and e-portfolio management and feedback for trainees.o Build key relationships with Regional Postgraduate Dental Dean, Heads of School, Associate Postgraduate Deans and relevant NHSE (WT&E) staff, Educational Supervisors, Training Programme Directors across Midlands region.o Co-ordination and participation in the Interim and Final Review of Competency Progression (IRCP and FRCP) process in consultation with the Dental Dean as necessaryo Overseeing the progress of individual trainees through the curriculum; ensure learning objectives are set, appropriate assessments carried out, and appropriate supervision and supporto Support Educational Supervisors (ES) in the programme, advising on trainees with difficulties and liaising with the Trainee Support Tutor, PSW and Lead Employer.o Input into Educational Supervisor recruitment and development including supporting Induction and Educational events, including undertaking practice visits under the Performers List Validation by Experience process.o Provide support for dentists in training who are experiencing competence or performance difficulties, with referral to the Professional Support Unit if required, and ensure that the Postgraduate Dental Dean and APD for Trainee Support is advised of potential problems at an early stage
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:
- Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
- Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
- Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
- Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
- Delivering value for money.
If you would like to know more or require further information, please visithttps://www.england.nhs.uk/.
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.
If you are successful at interview, we will run an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) in the Electronic Staff Record system (ESR). This transfer gathers valuable information from a previous or current NHS employer to support the onboarding process, including; statutory and mandatory competency status, Continuous Service Dates (CSD), and annual leave entitlement. You will have the opportunity throughout the recruitment process to inform us if you do not consent.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the attached Job Description and any other supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the attached Job Description and any other supporting documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- oFully registered with the General Dental Council as a Dentist
- oEquality and diversity training in the last 3 years
- oTraining in appraisal and giving feedback
- oAttendance at courses aimed to support educational development.
Desirable
- oHigher educational qualification such as a postgraduate certificate, diploma or master's in education.
- oMembership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty or professional association relevant to the role.
- oTraining in recruitment and selection methods
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- oProblem solving abilities and a flexible, practical approach
- oExcellent communication, coaching and liaison skills - a readiness to listen and empathise
- oGood organisational ability, including time management
- oStrong interpersonal, communication, written and verbal presentation skills
- oAble to gain trust and confidence and demonstrate integrity in the provision of advice and support to others.
- oAbility to support others (pastoral skills) and to help others develop and progress.
- oPolitically astute with an ability to sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- oCurrent or recent Educational Supervisor
- oGood working knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes.
- oDemonstrable track record of delivery in service and education.
- oExperience of working with learners in training in a Primary Care NHS setting
- oExperience of clinical and educational leadership
- oAwareness of the issues around dealing with trainees who are failing to progress and require additional support
- oHave genuine enthusiasm for education and relevant, up-to-date training in teaching methods
- oHave detailed, up-to-date knowledge of the DFT curriculum, portfolio, selection criteria, examinations, FRCP and other assessment methods
- oAn experienced Primary Care Dental Practitioner with a current demonstrable personal NHS commitment to primary dental care, which should be maintained throughout the tenure of the TPD role.
Desirable
- oPrevious or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education.
- oPrevious experience in the recruitment and selection.
- oAwareness of funding streams for healthcare education.
- oUnderstanding of current health, social care and education policy.
- oAn understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters.
Behaviours and Values
Essential
- oAble to demonstrate NHSE WT&E's values and commitment to the values described in the NHS Constitution.
- oCommitment to own personal development.
- oCommitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- oCommitment and enthusiasm for education and training.
- oAdaptable in approach including the flexibility to work in changing environments.
- oWork as part of a team to support others and improve services
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- oFully registered with the General Dental Council as a Dentist
- oEquality and diversity training in the last 3 years
- oTraining in appraisal and giving feedback
- oAttendance at courses aimed to support educational development.
Desirable
- oHigher educational qualification such as a postgraduate certificate, diploma or master's in education.
- oMembership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty or professional association relevant to the role.
- oTraining in recruitment and selection methods
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- oProblem solving abilities and a flexible, practical approach
- oExcellent communication, coaching and liaison skills - a readiness to listen and empathise
- oGood organisational ability, including time management
- oStrong interpersonal, communication, written and verbal presentation skills
- oAble to gain trust and confidence and demonstrate integrity in the provision of advice and support to others.
- oAbility to support others (pastoral skills) and to help others develop and progress.
- oPolitically astute with an ability to sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- oCurrent or recent Educational Supervisor
- oGood working knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes.
- oDemonstrable track record of delivery in service and education.
- oExperience of working with learners in training in a Primary Care NHS setting
- oExperience of clinical and educational leadership
- oAwareness of the issues around dealing with trainees who are failing to progress and require additional support
- oHave genuine enthusiasm for education and relevant, up-to-date training in teaching methods
- oHave detailed, up-to-date knowledge of the DFT curriculum, portfolio, selection criteria, examinations, FRCP and other assessment methods
- oAn experienced Primary Care Dental Practitioner with a current demonstrable personal NHS commitment to primary dental care, which should be maintained throughout the tenure of the TPD role.
Desirable
- oPrevious or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education.
- oPrevious experience in the recruitment and selection.
- oAwareness of funding streams for healthcare education.
- oUnderstanding of current health, social care and education policy.
- oAn understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters.
Behaviours and Values
Essential
- oAble to demonstrate NHSE WT&E's values and commitment to the values described in the NHS Constitution.
- oCommitment to own personal development.
- oCommitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- oCommitment and enthusiasm for education and training.
- oAdaptable in approach including the flexibility to work in changing environments.
- oWork as part of a team to support others and improve services
Additional information
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).
