GP Associate Dean - Patch APD Derbyshire

NHS England; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS England in the Midlands invites applications for an Associate Dean (Primary Care) to guide the strategic direction and development of clinical and professional education across the multi-professional primary care workforce.

The post includes responsibility for GP postgraduate training in Derbyshire, close collaboration with Training Programme Directors, GP practices and programme teams to ensure high-quality GP training and learner experience.

Qualifications

• Qualified medical or dental practitioner with current licence to practise.
• Postgraduate education qualification in education or equivalent is desirable.
• Experience in leading healthcare education and training initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior educational leadership for GP postgraduate training in Derbyshire.
• Collaborate with Training Programme Directors and GP practices to ensure high-quality GP training.
• Oversee development and delivery of primary care education across the Derbyshire patch.
• Support workforce development and innovative education delivery strategies.
• Engage with stakeholders to maintain quality management and standards compliance.
• Deputise as required within the GP School Team.

Skills

Healthcare education leadership

Multi-stakeholder coordination

Strategic planning

Communication skills

People management

Change management

Education

Medical or dental qualification

Postgraduate qualification in education

Tools

Education management systems

Job description

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Job overview

The Associate Dean (Primary Care) will support the Primary Care Dean and GP School in setting the strategic direction and development of clinical and professional education in Primary Care across the multi‑professional primary care workforce within the Midlands.

This post will have specific patch Associate Dean responsibilities for GP postgraduate training across Derbyshire, providing senior educational leadership and oversight for the Derby and Chesterfield GP Specialty Training Programmes (GPSTPs). The postholder will work closely with local Training Programme Directors, GP practices, programme teams and other stakeholders to support the quality, delivery and development of GP training across the Derbyshire patch.

We are looking to recruit to 2 session ’s permanent.

Remuneration will be at GP03 point of national GP educator pay scale.

Main duties of the job

• Support with all aspects of Midlands Primary Care workforce development, including finding innovative workforce solutions and advising on the commissioning of education for primary care.
• Provide senior educational leadership and oversight for GP postgraduate training across the Derbyshire patch, encompassing the Derby and Chesterfield GP Specialty Training Programmes.
• Work closely with local Training Programme Directors and programme teams to support the effective delivery, quality management and development of GP training across Derbyshire, including responding to significant trainee, trainer or placement issues where senior educational input is required.
• Responsibility for implementing innovative strategies of delivery and the evaluation of high‑quality primary care education and training in NHSE Midlands.
• Key role in supporting the commissioning, transformation, and quality management of multi professional primary care education and training in accordance with the standards set by NHSE and regulators.
• Be a key member of the GP School Team and deputise as requested. The role and responsibilities will overlap with, and complement the other members of the senior team, requiring flexibility in working practices.

Working for our organisation

NHS England has a wide range of statutory functions, responsibilities and regulatory powers. These are focused on supporting the wider NHS to deliver high quality care, as well as doing those things that are best done once for the whole NHS.

Our staff bring expertise across clinical, operational, commissioning, technology, data science, cyber security, software engineering, education, and commercial specialisms — enabling us to design and deliver high‑quality NHS services.

In March 2025,the Government announced that NHS England and the Department of Health and Social Care will increasingly merge functions, ultimately leading to NHS England being fully integrated into the department.

If you currently work within the NHS and if successful at interview, we will initiate an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) via the Electronic Staff Record (ESR).This retrieves key data from your current or previous NHS employer to support onboarding, including competency status, Continuous Service Dates (CSD), and annual leave entitlement. You may opt out at any stage of the process.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in our offices.

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

This role is a great opportunity to join a dynamic team supporting the Primary Care Dean and GP Heads of School in improving learner experience and safety, and ultimately the patient experience in the Midlands.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, this vacancy may close earlier than the advertised date.

You 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.

Person specification

Knowledge and Experience

• Clear understanding and evidence of involvement in delivery and management of healthcare education and training.
• Knowledge of contemporary information management systems and technology as a tool in education and training.
• Understanding of the roles and contributors to the multi-professional health care workforce.
• Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years.
• Previous or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education

Skills, Capabilities and Attributes

• Ability to manage multiple workstreams in parallel and prioritise tasks accordingly.
• Track record of influencing and motivating others.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills.
• Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders.
• Strong leadership skills and able to ‘sell’ the vision.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Values and Behaviours

• Able to demonstrate NHSE’s values and commitment to the values described in the NHS Constitution.
• Collaborative leadership style.
• Commitment and enthusiasm for education and training.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Adaptable in approach including the flexibility to work in changing environments.
• Commitment to own personal development

Qualifications and Training

• Registered Medical or Dental Practitioner with a current licence to practise or hold a Certificate of Completion of Training (or equivalent) in Public Health (for roles in School of Public Health)
• Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty or professional association.
• Applicants should either work in NHS clinical practice (or similar setting) or should have previously undertaken clinical practice within the last 2 years prior to the intended start date of the role
• Applicants, regardless of professional background, must have a track record of professionalism in line with the principles set out in Good Medical Practice and compatible with appointment in a senior clinical educator role.
• Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development.
• Active involvement in, and up to date with, NHS appraisal processes
• Higher educational qualification such as a postgraduate certificate, diploma or Master’s in education.

Our commitments to you

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We know that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better patient outcomes.

We strive to ensure our people feel trusted, valued and empowered. When you join us, we want you to grow and excel, and we offer many opportunities for you to do that.

We welcome your talent and enthusiasm irrespective of age, disability, neuro‑divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.

We ensure all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process. This includes considering reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability and/or who are neuro‑divergent.

We welcome applications from disabled candidates. If you meet all the essential criteria, you will be guaranteed an interview.

Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the role. While we appreciate you may have had some support with your application (for example, using AI technology or guidance from a trusted individual), it’s important all the information you provide in it reflects your own knowledge, skills and experience and we trust that you apply on that basis.

If you’re applying for this role on a secondment basis, please get agreement from your current line manager.

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