Job summary
Applications are invited for an Education Fellow supporting Undergraduate Medical Education at the Trust. The post is based at Heartlands, Good Hope or occasionally Solihull Hospitals and involves teaching undergraduate medical students from the College Of Medical and Dental Sciences, University of Birmingham and Aston Medical School.
We are looking for an enthusiastic doctor with an interest in medical education who wishes to develop further. The post will be commencing as soon as possible until 4th August 2026.
Informal enquiries should be directed to Mr. Ahmed Hawash, Deputy Head of Academy 01214242679 or ahmed.hawash@uhb.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
It is expected that the post holder's time will be given to their educational responsibilities which include:
*To support the Head and Deputy Heads of Academy and the lead teachers by providing direct teaching to all students while on clinical placement within the Trust from both medical schools. This would be in the form of lectures, small group seminar work and structured bedside teaching.
*To become familiar with the teaching objectives of all programmes being delivered by the Trust and work with all students to help them achieve these objectives.
*To be familiar with the electronic curriculum and University web-based learning platform and be available to facilitate students' self-directed learning.
*To deliver appropriate clinical skills teaching to undergraduate students, working in close collaboration with the clinical skills manager and trainers. To support the students in obtaining experience in the required clinical skills to complete their Skills Passports.
*All posts are expected to work with the simulation faculty to support high-fidelity simulation training to the medical students. All the post holder/s will be trained as simulation faculty.
*To act as clinical co-ordinator for the undergraduate clinical examinations hosted by the Trust. To lead on the identification and recruitment of suitable patients for these examinations and attend the exams to take care of the patients and support the examiners.
*To support the Head of Academy in the development of new teaching methods.
About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
*To work closely with the Head and Deputy Heads of Academy to audit, develop and improve the teaching offered by the Trust. This may be through an audit or piece of research into the teaching activities. It is expected that the post holder/s will develop a project to be presented at the end of the year to the Medical School Heads of Academy Meeting.
*To work closely with the Head and Deputy Heads of Academy and the Deputy Medical Education Manager to provide the required feedback through the University and Deanery Quality Assurance process.
*To work closely with the undergraduate administration team to ensure co-ordination of all teaching programmes runs smoothly.
*To be prepared to troubleshoot or stand in should some teaching be cancelled at the last minute.
*To provide feedback on student performance as part to the Medical School's Professional and Behaviour Attitudes process.
*To provide support and advice to junior doctors who are involved in teaching the medical students.
*To support the undergraduate examinations at UHB, by recruiting patients required, checking the equipment for exam stations, and assisting the UGC as required.
*To provide weekly teaching for the Dental & Physician Associates students on their clinical placements when required.
*To support teaching as required for nursing and Allied Health Professional students (or staff) at the trust.
*To undertake formal training in Medical Education and teaching methods. Places are held on the University of Birmingham PG Certificate of Medical Education course for all the Clinical Teaching Fellows associated with their Medical School. It is expected that you will attend this course, and this will be supported through leave and course fees by the Trust.
There will be dedicated time for the post holder to maintain clinical skills and engage in ongoing professional development. The nature of this time will be agreed with the successful candidate, offering flexibility to align with individual interests and broader service needs. It is expected, however, that at least 80% of the role will be focused on delivering teaching and educational support, primarily through on-site engagement.
The Trust is one of the main providers of undergraduate education working in association with the University of Birmingham as well as Aston University. The post holder will be involved in the clinical teaching of medical students across all the modules for which the Trust takes students on placements.
This post will offer excellent organisational and direct teaching experience at the undergraduate level along with the opportunity to work towards a qualification in Medical Education.
It would be an ideal career opportunity for a doctor awaiting entry into a specialist training programme. The post will suit a Junior Doctor at a post Foundation Year 2 level and who has an interest in medical education.
Job description
Job responsibilities
*To work closely with the Head and Deputy Heads of Academy to audit, develop and improve the teaching offered by the Trust. This may be through an audit or piece of research into the teaching activities. It is expected that the post holder/s will develop a project to be presented at the end of the year to the Medical School Heads of Academy Meeting.
*To work closely with the Head and Deputy Heads of Academy and the Deputy Medical Education Manager to provide the required feedback through the University and Deanery Quality Assurance process.
*To work closely with the undergraduate administration team to ensure co-ordination of all teaching programmes runs smoothly.
*To be prepared to troubleshoot or stand in should some teaching be cancelled at the last minute.
*To provide feedback on student performance as part to the Medical School's Professional and Behaviour Attitudes process.
*To provide support and advice to junior doctors who are involved in teaching the medical students.
*To support the undergraduate examinations at UHB, by recruiting patients required, checking the equipment for exam stations, and assisting the UGC as required.
*To provide weekly teaching for the Dental & Physician Associates students on their clinical placements when required.
*To support teaching as required for nursing and Allied Health Professional students (or staff) at the trust.
*To undertake formal training in Medical Education and teaching methods. Places are held on the University of Birmingham PG Certificate of Medical Education course for all the Clinical Teaching Fellows associated with their Medical School. It is expected that you will attend this course, and this will be supported through leave and course fees by the Trust.
There will be dedicated time for the post holder to maintain clinical skills and engage in ongoing professional development. The nature of this time will be agreed with the successful candidate, offering flexibility to align with individual interests and broader service needs. It is expected, however, that at least 80% of the role will be focused on delivering teaching and educational support, primarily through on-site engagement.
The Trust is one of the main providers of undergraduate education working in association with the University of Birmingham as well as Aston University. The post holder will be involved in the clinical teaching of medical students across all the modules for which the Trust takes students on placements.
This post will offer excellent organisational and direct teaching experience at the undergraduate level along with the opportunity to work towards a qualification in Medical Education.
It would be an ideal career opportunity for a doctor awaiting entry into a specialist training programme. The post will suit a Junior Doctor at a post Foundation Year 2 level and who has an interest in medical education.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC
- Medical Degree from a recognised University
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 2 years full time post graduate training (its equivalent gained on a part time basis) or equivalent experience and competencies.
- Able to demonstrate basic clinical knowledge appropriate to level of responsibility.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC
- Medical Degree from a recognised University
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 2 years full time post graduate training (its equivalent gained on a part time basis) or equivalent experience and competencies.
- Able to demonstrate basic clinical knowledge appropriate to level of responsibility.
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.
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.
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).
