KMMS--R - Deputy Dean & Director of Education; Senior Lecturer​/Reader

Overview

On 1 August 2026 the University of Greenwich and the University of Kent will form a pioneering new multi‑university group called London and South‑East (LASE) University Group. Kent and Medway Medical School (KMMS) is an exciting collaboration between Canterbury Christ Church University and the University of Kent (soon to be part of LASE University Group). Our aim is to develop doctors from diverse backgrounds to provide person‑centred healthcare in a variety of settings and in response to a wide range of needs.

Located in Canterbury, we combine the expertise and resources of two excellent universities to create a hands‑on clinical experience. Following our successful GMC accreditation in 2025, we are now at a pivotal moment in our journey where there is the chance to consolidate and improve our educational offer. This is an exciting time for exceptional people to take on leadership roles in our School at a time of rapid change and growth at KMMS.

• Lead the education and student experience at KMMS, providing strategic leadership, operational management, and quality assurance for the medical curriculum in compliance with GMC and University requirements.
• Foster an excellent environment for students and ensure an inclusive student experience.
• Provide inspirational leadership to academic and teaching staff, managing academic programmes and educational excellence.
• Lead a review of the School’s undergraduate medicine curriculum with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Act as an ambassador for KMMS in the wider university context and deputise for the Dean of KMMS at times.
• Line manage the Heads of Year within the School and assist in planning for future programme and school expansion.
• Serve as a member of the KMMS Senior Leadership Team.

• Significant experience in leading medical education and healthcare programme development.
• Strong student‑centred approach and exceptional stakeholder management skills.
• Non‑hierarchical attitude, ability to connect with the vision and ethos of KMMS, and strong rapport‑building and influence capabilities.
• Primary medical qualification and full GMC registration with a current licence to practise.
• Senior Lecturer or Reader level; must be a clinician.

• Send a covering letter and CV to .
• The closing date for this role is midday on Tuesday 18 August
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• Interviews are expected to be held in September.

We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under‑represented at this level in this area.