Dean of the Black Country Medical School

University of Wolverhampton; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK Higher Education Institution is seeking a Dean for its new Black Country Medical School at the Wolverhampton Campus. This full-time leadership role requires strategic abilities and experience in medical education. The Dean will oversee the establishment of the school, ensuring compliance with educational standards, and fostering partnerships with NHS organizations. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to widening participation and creating opportunities as part of the University’s mission.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Standard Life Pension scheme

Long Service Recognition

Gym membership discounts

Wellbeing and Mental Health Support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior academic leadership.
• Ability to secure PMQ awarding rights.
• Skill in developing partnerships with NHS bodies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the new Black Country Medical School through regulatory processes.
• Cultivate partnerships with key NHS bodies.
• Support the University’s Research Strategy.

Skills

Passion for establishing a new Medical School

Experience of senior strategic leadership in a UK Medical School

Commitment to EDI

Education

Medical or healthcare-related degree

Job description

Dean of the Black Country Medical School

Location Wolverhampton Campus Faculty / Department Offices of the Vice-Chancellor Contract Type Permanent Salary £ Competitive Salary Closing Date 24 / 12 / 2025 Job Reference 14619 Documents

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In collaboration with its partners, The University of Wolverhampton is planning to open a new and innovative medical school in the Black Country, taking its first students in 2027 (subject to GMC approval).

The University is now seeking to recruit a new Dean of Medicine for the Black Country Medical School. The Dean will have experience of senior strategic leadership in a UK Medical School and will be responsible for leading the School through the regulatory process to secure Primary Medical Qualification (PMQ) awarding rights and attract Office for Students funding for home (UK) medical student places.

The Dean will be required to cultivate and develop existing and new partnerships with key NHS bodies including local Trusts, the IC^s, public health, and the third sector and will support the University’s Research Strategy, which will include supervision of the Clinical Trials Unit.

The Dean will champion the University’s Mission demonstrating a particular commitment to creating opportunity, widening participation and transforming lives and will model the University’s values and behaviours :

• Accountable : We take pride in what we do and how we do it, take responsibility for our actions and operate with transparency and integrity.
• Resilient : We have a positive outlook; we are adaptable and recover from setbacks.
• Inclusive : We are welcoming, respectful, collegiate and supportive.
• Ambitious : We are imaginative, confident, innovative and deliver excellence.

This role will be attractive to experienced individuals with a passion for establishing a new Medical School, a passion for creating opportunity and a genuine commitment to EDI.

This is a full-time role. However, for clinically qualified candidates, a 0.8 WTE commitment will be considered to allow continuation of clinical practice alongside the role.

To apply visit : Staff Benefits

You may be eligible to choose from a number of benefits during your appointment, subject to any rules applicable to the relevant benefit (as amended from time to time). Further details of these benefits are available on the intranet.

Your Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Standard Life Pension scheme – with employer contribution of up to 12% to the University's defined contribution scheme.
• Long Service Recognition - £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service.
• Free Will Writing Service - Complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners.
• IT & Mobile Discounts - EE Perk (20% off for family & friends) & software discounts.

Supporting Your Health & Wellbeing

• Wellbeing and Mental Health Support - 24 / 7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service.
• Gym memberships discounts – at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton.
• Eyecare Support - Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution.
• Flu Vouchers - Free flu vaccinations for staff.
• Paycare Health Benefit Plan - Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance.
• Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms – Access to multi-faith chaplaincy services.

Valuing You

• Generous Annual Leave (see table below)
• Flexible & Agile Working - Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements.
• Free On-site Parking - available across campuses
• Cycle Benefits Scheme - Save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice.
• Employee Discounts - Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment.
• Travel Discounts - Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles.

Training and Development

• Staff Network and Inclusion - Access to support networks and events with our LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women's networks.
• Library Access - Staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries.
• Staff Scholarship Scheme - Funding for part-time higher education, up to PhD level
• Leadership and Management Development - Access to training opportunities to support you with advancing in your career.

The University of Opportunity for Students and Staff

As part of our commitment to ensure the diversity of our staff body reflects those of the student and local communities we serve, we particularly welcome applications from candidates of Black, Asian, or Ethnic Minority heritage, and candidates who are Disabled (including people who may not define themselves as disabled, but nevertheless encounter challenges)