Job Summary
The Director of Postgraduate Medical Education is responsible on behalf of the Trust for the delivery of postgraduate medical education identified within the Learning and Development Agreement.
The Director of Postgraduate Medical Education is the representative of HEE and the Deputy Postgraduate Dean in the Trust.
The fundamental requirements of the DME role are stable, but the postgraduate medical education environment is continually changing, and the functions associated with the DME role may require adjustment from time to time, after discussion.
Main duties of the job
To support and ensure maintenance of General Medical Council (GMC) education standards for Foundation and Specialty trainees in collaboration with Post Graduate Schools.
To liaise with other Educational Leaders e.g. GPs, Tutors, Directors of HR, Nursing and Multi Professional Trainers, towards the development of multi-professional learning, as appropriate.
To liaise with Trust management on matters concerning doctors in training.
To ensure excellent provision of Training and quality assurance of Educational and Clinical Supervisors.
To evaluate the delivery and effectiveness of education by the Deputy DME's (3 in total).
To facilitate monitoring and evaluation in conjunction with the Deputy DME's, the uptake and effectiveness of education including continuing professional development (CPD).
To actively be involved in educational governance.
To monitor quality and access of the educational facilities provision to medical staff.
To liaise with other health professionals to help monitor professional learning.
To support the Trust SAS Tutor.
To support Revalidation processes concerning doctors in training including exception reporting and investigating or overseeing the investigation of conduct/capability concerns, Serious Incidents and complaints involving doctors in training
About Us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.
We Are Passionate About Enhancing The Quality Of Our Service And We Work Hard To Attract And Select The Right Colleagues For Our Organisation. Our Goal Is To Employ Those Who Share Our Passion For Providing First Class Care While Remaining Committed To Our Vision And Values. Please View Our Strategy Using The Link Below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We Are Committed To Inclusive Cultures And Really Value People In Our Organisation, View Our Allyship Video On YouTube To Find Out More:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Details
Date posted
15 August 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Specialty Doctor
Salary
Depending on experience 2 PAs
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
5 years
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
376-CMS-04-A
Job locations
RDaSH
Tickhill Road site
Doncaster
DN4 8QN
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
* Knowledge of management structures in medical education and awareness of recent changes in the delivery of medical education, nationally and locally
* Interest & enthusiasm for improving delivery of medical training and Continuing Professional Development
* Knowledge of assessment methods
* Knowledge and understanding of Postgraduate Deaneries and their responsibilities for junior doctors and dentists in training
Qualifications
Essential
* GMC Full Registration
* Recognised as a GMC educational supervisor
Experience
Essential
* An experienced doctor based in the Trust with sufficient time to be available/fulfil the role
* Medical education and training
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
* An experienced doctor based in the Trust with sufficient time to be available/fulfil the role
* Medical education and training
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address
RDaSH
Tickhill Road site
Doncaster
DN4 8QN
Employer's website
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address
RDaSH
Tickhill Road site
Doncaster
DN4 8QN
Employer's website
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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