Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for appointment to the role of Training Programme Director in Orthodontics within the North West. The successful applicant will support the Associate Dental Dean for Specialty Training in Strategic Development.

The post holder will lead on the development of the Departments Recruitment and Retention Strategy and contribute to supporting the Operational Programme.

Main duties of the job
Key responsibilities include:

• To support the ADD in managing trainee underperformance with the support of the Lead Associate Dean for performance and conduct, in line with the NHSE North West Office TRES framework.
• To support the development and provision of training opportunities in primary care in the NW.
• To attend the Speciality Exec and support the ADD in facilitating appropriate engagement from Training Programme Directors and other stakeholders.
• To attend and participate in other NHSE meetings as required. This will include the sharing of best practice from within the Dept, to facilitate the effective use of resources and support a collaborative approach to improving the delivery of education and training across the region.
• To provide expert advice on Speciality specific matters to the Scheme.
• To support the Associate Dental Dean for Speciality Training to ensure appropriate systems for Assessment, Rotational Management, Trainee Supervision & Support and other functions within the dept.
• To promote or lead work programmes as requested by the ADD.
• To promote shared learning opportunities increasing effective inter-professional working across the Dept.
• To contribute to Workforce Planning for the region.

About us
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.

We cannot offer visa sponsorship for any vacancies.

Details
Date posted: 24 September 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: Depending on experience
In line with TPD sessional payments
Contract: Secondment
Duration: 6 months
Working pattern: Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number: 990-NW-EC4950-E
Job locations: 3 Piccadilly Place, London Road, Manchester, M1 3BN, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Working with the Associate Dental Dean you will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality training programmes in Dental Core Training, managing and working with a motivated team of educators and administrative staff.

Working at a senior level, you will have the scope and independence to work with senior colleagues on workforce and education developments in Orthodontics, making a positive impact on training in the North West.

You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.

Secondments
Applicants 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 Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential

• Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
• A strong sense of vision and an 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

Qualifications and Training
Essential

• Consultant Orthodontist
• Membership or Fellowship of a Medical or Dental Royal College
• Educational Qualification and experience in line with COPDEND Standards for Dental Educators

Experience and Knowledge
Essential

• Experience of organising / delivering education programmes / courses
• Considerable experience of working with dentists in an educational context
• Experience as an educational supervisor with extensive educational experience
• Understanding the Dental Workforce Transformation agenda
• Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years
• Applicants must have GDC registration
• Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education

Behaviours and Values
Essential

• Identifies the processes and systems that will promote health, safety and security in the organisation
• Promotes a safe environment for exchange of views and ideas and takes appropriate action when there are issues with health, safety and security
• Investigates any actual or potential health, safety or security incidents and takes the required action
• Uses clear, plain language and communicates in a way that supports openness, understanding and collaboration.
• Interprets equality, diversity and rights in accordance with legislation, policies, procedures and good practice and will act in support of this
• Constructively challenges and accepts constructive challenge from others
• Recognises that improved patient care is at the heart of all decision making

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: NHS England
Address: 3 Piccadilly Place, London Road, Manchester, M1 3BN, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/working-for/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Associate Dental Dean
Chris Butterworth
chris.butterworth@nhs.net

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