Job summary
Undergraduate
Medical Education requires committed and interested staff to enable students to
make the most of the teaching opportunities available. These posts will be to
work with either the University of Sunderland or the Newcastle University
teaching teams.
The roles will
involve teaching alongside the current designated specialty teams while taking
a lead in some of the more complex planning and delivery of key concepts of
education. The successful candidates will have the opportunity to study for the
PG Certificate in Medical Education with designated study time.
This post
offers the opportunity to gain broad experience within the undergraduate
teaching team. There are no existing designated clinical sessions as the post
is 100% teaching.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the role include planning,
delivery and evaluation of the University of Sunderland or the Newcastle
University undergraduate curriculum for medical students.
Candidates must have a MBBS qualification (or equivalent) and have
completed the Foundation Programme. They should be able to work as effectively
as part of a team with both autonomous as well as delegated responsibilities.
Prior involvement in undergraduate or other structured teaching is useful as
the role involves beingable to take a lead in teaching and learning
activities, ensuring effective time management and having great organisational
skills.
Good generic medical knowledge is essential, as well as good
communication and interpersonal skills, and previous experience of working as a
Doctor in an NHS setting. Successful candidates must have an interest in the
specialty for which they are applying, and be fully registered with the
GMC.
We are
available to meet prospective applicants and give them the opportunity to visit
the hospital and meet colleagues with whom they will be working. We find this
helps candidates to gain a greater understanding of the department and the post
and also to find out if they would be happy joining our team.
Prospective
applicants may contact:
Julie Stewart, Clinical Nurse Lecturer
(Newcastle University)
0191 5656256 Ext
42423 julie.stewart4@nhs.net
Ashley Powell, Clinical Nurse Lecturer(University
of Sunderland)
0191 5656256 Ext 42423 ashley.powell1@nhs.net
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support and develop multidisciplinary undergraduate
teaching across
the University of Sunderland and Newcastle University medical schools curricula. The post holder will be expected to teach across a
wide range of medical specialties.
The post holders
will be part of a team located within the Education Centre and across the
Trust.
This post is
an exciting opportunity for a trainee with an interest in education to work in
a well-respected Trust, which has gained a reputation for delivering high
quality education. We also have many years of experience in supporting Teaching
Fellows to develop their teaching skills and knowledge leading to many
successful completions in the Post Graduate Certificate in Medical Education
programme, which is useful for future positions that require an interest in
medical education. This course is funded as part of this post. There will be
support in furthering your own teaching development as well as the chance to
work in a truly multidisciplinary team.
PLESE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support and develop multidisciplinary undergraduate
teaching across
the University of Sunderland and Newcastle University medical schools curricula. The post holder will be expected to teach across a
wide range of medical specialties.
The post holders
will be part of a team located within the Education Centre and across the
Trust.
This post is
an exciting opportunity for a trainee with an interest in education to work in
a well-respected Trust, which has gained a reputation for delivering high
quality education. We also have many years of experience in supporting Teaching
Fellows to develop their teaching skills and knowledge leading to many
successful completions in the Post Graduate Certificate in Medical Education
programme, which is useful for future positions that require an interest in
medical education. This course is funded as part of this post. There will be
support in furthering your own teaching development as well as the chance to
work in a truly multidisciplinary team.
PLESE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
Person Specification
Clinical Specialty Skills
Essential
- Wide range of experience in medicine, surgery and medicine for older people.
- Competent in management of routine and emergency general medical patients.
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent qualification
- Successful completion of the Foundation Programme or equivalent
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice
Desirable
- Teaching qualification/Certificate in Medical Education
- Post-graduate qualifications
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as a doctor in the NHS
- Previous experience of delivery and support of undergraduate teaching
- Understanding of clinical governance and a readiness to accept and acknowledge the responsibilities it implies.
- Ability to use an evidence base and clinical audit to support decision making
Desirable
- Post Foundation Programme clinical experience
- Evidences ability to use IT to support education delivery
Skills, knowledge and aptitude
Essential
- Overview knowledge of the undergraduate curriculum from University of Sunderland/ Newcastle University
- Can provide evidence of effective communication skills
- Can provide evidence of ability to organise and prioritise complex demands
- Can evidence working in a multi-disciplinary team
- Can evidence reflective practice
- Demonstrates flexibility to respond to changing service needs
Desirable
- Demonstrates experience of using simulation equipment in the delivery of training
Personal skills
Essential
- Enthusiasm for education
- Can evidence excellent communication skills
- Can demonstrate the ability to work under pressure
- Committed to good team working and relationships
- Demonstrates initiative in the workplace and is able to work autonomously when needed
- Evidences a caring attitude to patients and a commitment to patient safety
Person Specification
Clinical Specialty Skills
Essential
- Wide range of experience in medicine, surgery and medicine for older people.
- Competent in management of routine and emergency general medical patients.
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent qualification
- Successful completion of the Foundation Programme or equivalent
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice
Desirable
- Teaching qualification/Certificate in Medical Education
- Post-graduate qualifications
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as a doctor in the NHS
- Previous experience of delivery and support of undergraduate teaching
- Understanding of clinical governance and a readiness to accept and acknowledge the responsibilities it implies.
- Ability to use an evidence base and clinical audit to support decision making
Desirable
- Post Foundation Programme clinical experience
- Evidences ability to use IT to support education delivery
Skills, knowledge and aptitude
Essential
- Overview knowledge of the undergraduate curriculum from University of Sunderland/ Newcastle University
- Can provide evidence of effective communication skills
- Can provide evidence of ability to organise and prioritise complex demands
- Can evidence working in a multi-disciplinary team
- Can evidence reflective practice
- Demonstrates flexibility to respond to changing service needs
Desirable
- Demonstrates experience of using simulation equipment in the delivery of training
Personal skills
Essential
- Enthusiasm for education
- Can evidence excellent communication skills
- Can demonstrate the ability to work under pressure
- Committed to good team working and relationships
- Demonstrates initiative in the workplace and is able to work autonomously when needed
- Evidences a caring attitude to patients and a commitment to patient safety
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
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).
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