Dental Training Programme Director - Early Years
| Posting date: | 08 June 2026 |
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| Salary: | £117,904.00 to £122,819.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £117904.00 - £122819.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 June 2026 |
| Location: | Southampton, SO16 0AS |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | M9990-26-0367 |
Summary
To co-ordinate quality assessment and management of educational and clinical supervisors (trainers) relevant to the needs of DF training in a scheme as directed by the Associate Dean and Postgraduate Dental Dean To assist with the review of Educational Supervisors and training practices, including making practice visits and providing necessary reports, development and performance management of Dental Foundation trainers To liaise with Educational Supervisors (ESs) on a regular basis regarding the FDs progress towards working independently in NHS practice Ensure the trainers are up to date with the E-Portfolio Assist in monitoring the activities of ESs and training practices in conjunction with the Associate Dean to confirm that these are in line with NHSE, Dental Foundation Programme policies and guidance and COPDEND Quality Standards for Deaneries Hold regular scheme trainer meetings quarterly Hold performance meetings with each trainer on a 1:1 basis, including relevant paperwork and in line with NHSE document storage and data protection requirements Ensure that all trainers are aware of their performance and clearly understand reasons for suggested attendance at existing trainer performance review interview 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.