Job summary
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, Yeovil Site, is looking to appoint 2 Clinical Teaching Fellows in Trauma and Orthopaedics and Medical Education (ST1/2 Equivalent) both on 12 month fixed term contracts from 6th August 2025 to 5th August 2026
These are full time, 40 hours per week positions, working Monday to Sunday on a full shit with on call.
The post holders will work a rolling rota of 2 weeks in Medical Education and 2 weeks in Orthopaedics. (50%50 spilt)
This post is not recognised by the Royal Colleges for general, specialist or vocational professional training.
Main duties of the job
You will be integral to the undergraduate medical education team and provide teaching sessions including case-based learning, bedside teaching, clinical skills and simulation to students from years 2 to 5 in the programme.
These posts primarily focus on providing teaching within the following areas of clinical practice: trauma and orthopaedics, urgent and emergency care in general medicine and general surgery, vascular surgery, anaesthetics and critical care, dermatology, ophthalmology, ear nose and throat. However, there is expectation for cross cover the work of other fellows on a collaborative basis.
Your teaching duties are designed to increase your experience in Medical Education and assist your career development. This post is designed to nurture staff so that they can get involved with teaching and progress along a clinical academic route should they wish and is ideally suited for applicants on completion of foundation training or taking a year out from specialist training.
You will act as a mentor for students. Take a role in student pastoral care such as identification of "at risk" students and dysfunctional groups, offering support and referral to appropriate sources of help. You will work closely with consultant tutors, lead CTF for wellbeing and the academy deans in ensuring pastoral care and academic progression of the students.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
These posts are specifically at Yeovil District Hospital and offer the opportunity to be involved in the education of medical students as part of an already established programme provided by associated Universities.
Primarily the teaching will be delivered to undergraduates from the University of Bristol Medical School, of which approximately 70 students are placed in the acute hospital.
To allow the post-holder to continue their clinical development each post will be divided equally (50:50 full time equivalent) between undergraduate medical education and trauma and orthopaedics. The rota is usually constructed in a 2-week rotation between clinical commitments and the undergraduate department.
Key topics covered within this post include emergency care, trauma, orthopaedics, and ENT. Although the post holder would be expected to cross cover other elements of the programme as necessary.
The successful applicant will be expected to undertake the Certificate in Medical Education with the University of Bristol's Teaching and Learning for Health Professionals programme, which will be funded, during their tenure of the posts. If the post holder has completed a certificate in medical education prior to appointment, further opportunities may be offered with agreement of the Academy Dean.
Support for submission of posters / presentations relating to work undertaken during this role is available. CTFs have a study leave allowance 30 days plus a centralised budget. It is expected that post holders split their study leave entitlement between their clinical and educational roles. It should be noted that a minimum of 7 study leave days are utilised to attend in person taught days for the PG certificate course.
Each post holder will have associate status with the University of Bristol and all offered a Trust Appraisal in keeping with revalidation.
Clinical Roles and Responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for the admission, clerking and day to day care of patients on the Orthopaedic wards and any outlying wards as required.
You will attend daily trauma meetings, ward rounds, clinics and operating sessions as required.
The post holder will rotate through the elective ward, trauma ward, theatres and take part in the Hospital@Night rotation covering both Orthopaedics and General Surgery.
To participate in audits and current research projects. These are available through individual Consultants.
To attend the active postgraduate programme with weekly lectures, radiology, medical and pathology meetings and medical unit presentations.
To contribute to the active journal club. There are 'bleep-free' obligatory sessions for teaching and these are part of the weekly timetable.
To participate in the teaching of Foundation Doctors at the bedside as well as to Medical Students.
To maintain a good working relationship with existing staff members in the hospital.
To perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate Consultant in conjunction, where practicable, with their colleagues both senior and junior.
Job description
Job responsibilities
These posts are specifically at Yeovil District Hospital and offer the opportunity to be involved in the education of medical students as part of an already established programme provided by associated Universities.
Primarily the teaching will be delivered to undergraduates from the University of Bristol Medical School, of which approximately 70 students are placed in the acute hospital.
To allow the post-holder to continue their clinical development each post will be divided equally (50:50 full time equivalent) between undergraduate medical education and trauma and orthopaedics. The rota is usually constructed in a 2-week rotation between clinical commitments and the undergraduate department.
Key topics covered within this post include emergency care, trauma, orthopaedics, and ENT. Although the post holder would be expected to cross cover other elements of the programme as necessary.
The successful applicant will be expected to undertake the Certificate in Medical Education with the University of Bristol's Teaching and Learning for Health Professionals programme, which will be funded, during their tenure of the posts. If the post holder has completed a certificate in medical education prior to appointment, further opportunities may be offered with agreement of the Academy Dean.
Support for submission of posters / presentations relating to work undertaken during this role is available. CTFs have a study leave allowance 30 days plus a centralised budget. It is expected that post holders split their study leave entitlement between their clinical and educational roles. It should be noted that a minimum of 7 study leave days are utilised to attend in person taught days for the PG certificate course.
Each post holder will have associate status with the University of Bristol and all offered a Trust Appraisal in keeping with revalidation.
Clinical Roles and Responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for the admission, clerking and day to day care of patients on the Orthopaedic wards and any outlying wards as required.
You will attend daily trauma meetings, ward rounds, clinics and operating sessions as required.
The post holder will rotate through the elective ward, trauma ward, theatres and take part in the Hospital@Night rotation covering both Orthopaedics and General Surgery.
To participate in audits and current research projects. These are available through individual Consultants.
To attend the active postgraduate programme with weekly lectures, radiology, medical and pathology meetings and medical unit presentations.
To contribute to the active journal club. There are 'bleep-free' obligatory sessions for teaching and these are part of the weekly timetable.
To participate in the teaching of Foundation Doctors at the bedside as well as to Medical Students.
To maintain a good working relationship with existing staff members in the hospital.
To perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate Consultant in conjunction, where practicable, with their colleagues both senior and junior.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree
- Full Registration with the GMC with license to practice
- RCUK Advanced Life Support
Desirable
- Additional postgraduate degree or equivalent
- Studying towards Part I or Part II of Membership Exams i.e. MRCS.
- Advanced Trauma Life Support or European Trauma Course holders
Experience
Essential
- At least 2 years experience within NHS environments
- Completion of UK Foundation Programme or equivalent.
Desirable
- Demonstrates working at level of CT1/ST1 level doctor
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Please review Job Description for full details on the essential person specifications required to undertake this role
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree
- Full Registration with the GMC with license to practice
- RCUK Advanced Life Support
Desirable
- Additional postgraduate degree or equivalent
- Studying towards Part I or Part II of Membership Exams i.e. MRCS.
- Advanced Trauma Life Support or European Trauma Course holders
Experience
Essential
- At least 2 years experience within NHS environments
- Completion of UK Foundation Programme or equivalent.
Desirable
- Demonstrates working at level of CT1/ST1 level doctor
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Please review Job Description for full details on the essential person specifications required to undertake this role
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).
