At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the establishment and success of Norwich Dental School and its BDS programme.
- Company: Join a prestigious university with a commitment to excellence in education and healthcare.
- Benefits: Enjoy 44 days annual leave, hybrid working, and a generous pension scheme.
- Other info: Part-time role with opportunities for clinical duties and personal development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on future dental professionals and shape the future of dental education.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership in academic and clinical settings, with a focus on innovation and collaboration.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
A competitive salary is available for an outstanding candidate.
About the Role:
Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Norwich Dental School Foundation Dean of Norwich Dental School Ref: ATR1751
The Dean will provide strategic, academic, clinical and operational leadership for the establishment, development and long‑term success of the Dental School and the delivery of its Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) programme. You will lead the development of a high‑quality, innovative and sustainable School that meets the requirements of the General Dental Council (GDC), aligns with University and Faculty strategic priorities, and responds to regional and national workforce needs.
You will be responsible for the successful design, implementation, accreditation, quality assurance and continuous enhancement of the BDS programme, while establishing a culture of excellence in education, scholarship, research, clinical partnership, innovation and civic engagement.
The Dean undertakes a key bi‑directional leadership role, translating University and Faculty strategy into effective School delivery whilst securing the support, engagement and commitment of School staff and enabling innovation to flourish. You will foster a culture of collaboration, inclusion, accountability and continuous improvement across all aspects of School activity.
You will act as the principal academic leader and ambassador for the School, representing the University with regulators, healthcare providers, professional bodies, government agencies and external stakeholders. You will be a member of the Faculty Executive and will contribute to the development and delivery of Faculty strategy, investment decisions and policy.
This part‑time (0.4 to 0.5 FTE) post is available from 1 October 2026 on an indefinite basis; the opportunity for parallel clinical duties (0.5‑0.6 FTE) will be facilitated.
Benefits include:
- 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days (pro rata for part‑time).
- Family and Work‑life balance policies including hybrid working and considerable maternity, paternity, shared‑parental leave and adoption leave.
- Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
- Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on‑campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
- Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and public transport discounts.
- Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.
Closing date: 18 September 2026
The University holds an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality.
Further Information For further information, including the Job Description and Person Specification, please see the attached Candidate Brochure. For an informal discussion about the post please contact Prof Philip Baker, Pro Vice Chancellor of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences via Philip.Baker@uea.ac.uk.
Foundation Dean of Norwich Dental School (ATR1751) in Norfolk employer: UEA
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