We are seeking applications for the role of Associate Dean in Kent, Surrey and Sussex to take on a wide portfolio supporting medical education inthe region as detailed below.Main duties of the jobYou will join the team of the Postgraduate Dean for Kent Surrey and Sussex, to support their mission. The role is dynamic and flexible, with each member of the team having direct responsibility for engagement and support, governance and quality for a geographical area and the learners, educators and providers within this.The associate deans provide direct support for the directors of medical education and other senior educational leaders in these organisations as well as the heads of school and their teams.There are also a number of innovative portfolio responsibilities covering operational, faculty and patient-focused development focused on current NHSE priorities such as health inequalities, clinical pathways and enhancing doctors working lives.About usThe 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.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.DetailsDate posted04 September 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalaryDepending on experience In line with Associate Dean sessional paymentsContractSecondmentDuration11 monthsWorking patternPart-timeReference number990-SE-16722-EJob locationsYork House18-20 Massetts RoadHorleyRH6 7DEJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents. SecondmentsApplicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents. SecondmentsApplicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
Primary clinical healthcare qualification
Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty, professional association and/or regulatory body
Desirable
Attendance at educational development training/courses
Skills and abilitiesEssential
Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
Desirable
A strong sense of vision and ability to innovate
Politically astute with an ability to sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty
Ability to problem solve and maintain objectivity
Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills
Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress
Behaviours and ValuesEssential
A transformation leadership style
Ability to make decisions autonomously when required on difficult issues
Management of transformation and change
Sensitivity, tolerance and acceptance of criticism
Perform all duties in a manner that supports and promotes commitment to equal opportunities
Conduct all duties in a manner that safeguards the health and safety of yourself and your colleagues, trainees and staff.
A continuing quest for personal and professional development
An academic interest in training and education across primary and secondary care
Knowledge and ExperienceEssential
Considerable experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context.
Considerable experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context.
Desirable
Experience of clinical and educational leadership and innovation, including managing a multi-professional team.
Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education.
Understanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges/Faculties, professional bodies, related NHS organisations and regulatory bodies.
Understanding of the workforce transformation agenda.
Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years
Active involvement in, and up to date with, appraisal processes.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
Primary clinical healthcare qualification
Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty, professional association and/or regulatory body
Desirable
Attendance at educational development training/courses
Skills and abilitiesEssential
Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
Desirable
A strong sense of vision and ability to innovate
Politically astute with an ability to sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty
Ability to problem solve and maintain objectivity
Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills
Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress
Behaviours and ValuesEssential
A transformation leadership style
Ability to make decisions autonomously when required on difficult issues
Management of transformation and change
Sensitivity, tolerance and acceptance of criticism
Perform all duties in a manner that supports and promotes commitment to equal opportunities
Conduct all duties in a manner that safeguards the health and safety of yourself and your colleagues, trainees and staff.
A continuing quest for personal and professional development
An academic interest in training and education across primary and secondary care
Knowledge and ExperienceEssential
Considerable experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context.
Considerable experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context.
Desirable
Experience of clinical and educational leadership and innovation, including managing a multi-professional team.
Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education.
Understanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges/Faculties, professional bodies, related NHS organisations and regulatory bodies.
Understanding of the workforce transformation agenda.
Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years
Active involvement in, and up to date with, appraisal processes.
