Job Title: Policy Advisor - Employed Dentists
Location: London
Salary: £39,554 to £46,248 per annum (dependent on experience)
Job Type: Full time (32-hour, four-day week), Permanent
About us:
The BDA is the voice of dentists and dental students in the UK. We are the trade union, professional association and scientific society for dentists. Our work brings dentists together to represent their interests to Government and the NHS and to campaign for policy changes as well as providing support to our members through advice and education.
As a membership organisation, the BDA's duty is to serve the needs of its members.
As a trade union, our fundamental belief is that together, we can achieve more than we could individually.
We believe that members are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are stronger. As an organisation, we will be inclusive; support our members throughout their professional lives; use our influence for the benefit of members, the dental profession and patients; and share our collective knowledge and expertise.
About the role:
This role is focused on developing policy and seeking policy change. You'll identify policy problems facing our members, develop solutions, and then work to influence stakeholders to deliver change. You will play an active role in shaping health policy.
This might involve developing a plan to improve contractual terms and conditions and negotiating these with employer representatives or developing evidence-based arguments to increase pay to submit to the pay review body.
We are a member-led trade union and professional association, and so this role will work closely with elected leaders and our democratic committees. This will include providing secretarial support to a number of committees.
This role line manages our Committee Officer.
About you
You'll have an interest in health policy and a knowledge of how public policy is made, shaped, influenced and implemented.
You'll be able to use evidence and data to inform policy analysis.
You'll be aware of trade unions and professional associations, and be motivated by working in a member-led environment.
You'll share our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
You'll be an excellen...
Policy Advisor - Employed Dentists in East Kilbride employer: BDA (British Dental Association)
The BDA is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that prioritises the well-being of its employees. With a four-day work week, generous benefits including a pension scheme and health cash plan, and a commitment to professional development, the BDA provides a supportive environment for Committee Officers to thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact in the dental profession. Located in Stirling, Scotland, employees enjoy a flexible working arrangement that balances home and office life, fostering both personal and professional growth.
Contact Details:
BDA (British Dental Association) Recruitment Team
