About this role
Job summary
We are looking for an Associate GP Dean (AD) in Thames Valley, to lead on supporting International Medical Graduate (IMG) GP trainees and anyone experiencing differential attainment including those with neurodiversity and developing our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) aspirations.
The role involves exploring avenues and projects to tackle differential attainment (DA) across Thames Valley , and work with our DA specialist TPDs as well as scheme TPDs to find and implement solutions across the region to deliver sustainable and equitable opportunities and address differential attainment. This will include specific projects as well as exam support.
Main duties of the job
The increase in the number ofIMGs in our schemes mean we have a higher proportion of trainees who have no previous experience of working in the NHS, particularly as a GP. We need to recognise the different learning needs of these trainees and ensure all our trainees achieve their full potential.
The role will also involve supporting our educators in DA and EDI areas.
The AD will lead a team of 2 TPDs working across Thames Valley delivering projects and implementing changes.
TheADwill also be part of our Senior Educator team and will attend our monthlyADmeetings.
This role is for 2 sessions/8 hours per week.
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.
Job description Job responsibilities
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.
Person Specification
Behaviours and Values Essential
Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion Commitment and enthusiasm for facilitating general practice and primary care education Strong sense of vision, leadership and ability to innovate
Skills and Abilities Essential
Politically astute with an ability to sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty Strong interpersonal, communication written and presentation skills Ability to critically appraise and problem solve whilst maintaining objectivity Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders Ability to support others (pastoral skills) and to help others develop and progress
Desirable
Proven negotiation and influencing skills Proven organisational and time management skills
Experience and Knowledge Essential
Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education Considerable experience of working with learners and doctors in training in an educational context Experience of clinical and educational leadership and innovation, including across multi-professional teams Understanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges/Faculties, professional bodies, related NHS organisations and regulatory bodies Experience of providing support to doctors with performance quality issues
Desirable
Awareness of funding streams for healthcare education Understanding of current health, social care and education policy Good working knowledge of the NHS including its structures and processes
Qualifications and Training Essential
Medical practitioner registered with the GMC with a current license to practice Evidence of professional development as an educator/leader
Desirable
Higher educational qualification such as a postgraduate certificate or Masters in medical education
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 Premier House
Caversham Road
Reading
RG1 7EB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/working-for/ (Opens in a new tab)