FAQs
What is the working hours for the Dental Workforce Dean position?
The position is part-time at 22.5 hours per week.
Who does the Dental Workforce Dean report to?
The Dental Workforce Dean is professionally and managerially accountable to the Regional Postgraduate Dean.
What are the main responsibilities of the Dental Workforce Dean?
The main responsibilities include leading the delivery and improvement of learner supervision, assessment and experience, engagement of faculty, and ensuring effective educational outcomes, as well as focusing on workforce transformation and innovation in curriculum delivery.
Is this role remote, and is there a requirement for in-person work?
Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.
How does the NHS England aim to improve the workforce's capabilities?
NHS England aims to work collaboratively to ensure the healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values, and behaviors to deliver accessible, compassionate care.
What strategies will be emphasized in this role regarding workforce well-being?
The role will focus on developing workforce well-being strategies in addition to whole workforce transformation and multi-professional links.
Who can I contact for further details or informal visits about the job?
You can contact Geoff Smith, the Regional Postgraduate Dean, via email at geoff.smith8@nhs.net, or Debi Reilly, Director of Workforce, Training and Education (South West), at debi.reilly1@nhs.net.
Will there be a transfer of information from previous NHS employers during the onboarding process?
Yes, if you are successful at interview, an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) will be conducted to gather valuable information from a previous or current NHS employer to support the onboarding process.