Director of Undergraduate Dental Education (BDS Programme Director) in Norwich

Director of Undergraduate Dental Education (BDS Programme Director) in Norwich

Norwich Full-Time 58225 - 58225 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
PVH (Tommy Hilfiger/Calvin Klein)

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and innovate the BDS programme, ensuring top-notch education and student support.
  • Company: Join a prestigious university committed to excellence in dental education.
  • Benefits: Enjoy 44 days of annual leave and a competitive salary with growth potential.
  • Other info: Indefinite position available from October 2026 with excellent career advancement opportunities.
  • Why this job: Shape the future of dental education and make a lasting impact on students' lives.
  • Qualifications: Must meet essential criteria for Associate Professor or Professor roles.

The predicted salary is between 58225 - 58225 £ per year.

The Director of Undergraduate Dental Education (BDS Programme Director) provides strategic leadership for the School's undergraduate dental education portfolio, ensuring the delivery of an innovative, inclusive and future-focused curriculum that prepares graduates to meet the standards of the General Dental Council (GDC), the expectations of patients and employers, and the evolving needs of the healthcare system.

Working closely with academic colleagues, NHS partners, professional services staff and external stakeholders, you will lead the continued development, delivery and enhancement of the BDS programme, ensuring excellence in teaching, learning, assessment, student support and educational governance. The role provides strategic oversight of curriculum design, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, clinical education, student outcomes and educational innovation, contributing to the wider strategic objectives of the School, Faculty and University.

This full-time post is available from 1 October 2026 on an indefinite basis. One appointment will be considered at either Associate Professor or Professor dependent on skills and experience. Within your personal statement please specify the grade of role you would like to be considered for. You must be able to meet all the essential criteria for that grade set out in the Person Specification; full details can be found in the Candidate Brochure.

Responsibilities
  • Lead the continued development, delivery and enhancement of the BDS programme, ensuring excellence in teaching, learning, assessment, student support and educational governance.
  • Provide strategic oversight of curriculum design, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, clinical education, student outcomes and educational innovation.
  • Collaborate with academic colleagues, NHS partners, professional services staff and external stakeholders to meet the School’s, Faculty’s and University’s strategic objectives.
Salary, grade and terms

Salary for Associate Professor: £58,225 per annum with an annual increment up to £67,468 per annum. For a Professor appointment, a competitive salary is available for an outstanding candidate. This post is available on an indefinite basis.

Qualifications and selection

Applicants must meet all the essential criteria for the grade for which they apply, as set out in the Person Specification. Full details are provided in the Candidate Brochure.

Benefits

Benefits include 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and additional University customary days. Further information is available on the benefits page.

Director of Undergraduate Dental Education (BDS Programme Director) in Norwich employer: PVH (Tommy Hilfiger/Calvin Klein)

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PVH (Tommy Hilfiger/Calvin Klein)

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Strategic Leadership
Curriculum Design
Quality Assurance
Regulatory Compliance
Clinical Education
Student Support
Educational Governance