University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Lead Medical Education Fellow

The closing date is 17 April 2026

Job summary

Applications are invited for the role of Lead Fellow at both Worthing and St. Richards (Chichester) hospitals, one for each site. This exciting new role is open to those that have previously worked at either hospital as a Medical Education Fellow. The successful applicants will have the opportunity to build on their previous experience as an Education Fellow, as well as helping to guide and support the new cohort of Education Fellows and helping to develop the role further.The lead Fellow role is a new one and the successful applicants will have the opportunity to work with the Fellow lead, Dr Joe Wileman, to develop and shape this role. The Lead Fellow will work closely with all the Education Fellows on their site, contributing to their induction and providing guidance and support throughout the year.The lead Fellow will meet regularly with the other lead Fellow and the Fellow lead, Dr Joe Wileman, to discuss issues and feedback and to help plan for the year ahead.The lead Fellow will be expected to help devise and coordinate a number of quality improvement projects, designed to enhance the Education Fellow role and the medical student experience, particularly the gathering and monitoring of teaching feedback. The other Education Fellows will also be expected to participate in these projects, during quieter periods (such as during student holidays and at the end of the academic year).

Main duties of the job

Lead Fellow dutieso Work with the Fellow lead, Dr Wileman to plan for the next cohort of Fellows (if currently in post)o Contribute to the induction of the new Education Fellowso Regularly liaise with the other Education Fellows on that site to be aware of issues / challengeso Attend regular meetings with the Fellow lead / other lead Fellow to feedback on issues/challenges raised, represent the other Fellows and plan for the year aheado Work with the Fellow lead to improve the system for gathering, monitoring and responding to teaching feedbacko Work with the Fellow lead, Dr Wileman, to refine/develop the Lead Fellow role and responsibilitieso Devise / lead quality improvement projects

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating.

Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in.

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Details

Date posted

13 April 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£38,831 to £73,992 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

279-MWLMEF-ACU-116

Job locations

Worthing Hospital and St Richards Hospital Chichester

Worthing Hospital,

Worthing

BN11 2DH


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details for this post.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details for this post.

Person Specification

Experience/ Qualifications

Essential

  • Basic medical degree
  • Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
  • Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice

Desirable

  • Higher Degree
  • Evidence of commitment to and interest in Education

Clinical Skills and Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience working as a Medical Education (Teaching)
  • At least 4 months of Acute Medicine, with experience in other relevant medical specialties

Desirable

  • Experience in Emergency Medicine, anaesthetics, care of the Older Person, Respiratory medicine, cardiology and gastroenterology

Organisation and Planning

Essential

  • Able to organise oneself and prioritise clinical need
  • Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
  • Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance I Resource constraints

Desirable

  • Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements/ Course attended

Academic and Research

Essential

  • Understanding of the principles of research
  • Evidence of participation in audit

Desirable

  • Research experience
  • Publications
  • Prizes and honours
Person Specification

Experience/ Qualifications

Essential

  • Basic medical degree
  • Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
  • Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice

Desirable

  • Higher Degree
  • Evidence of commitment to and interest in Education

Clinical Skills and Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience working as a Medical Education (Teaching)
  • At least 4 months of Acute Medicine, with experience in other relevant medical specialties

Desirable

  • Experience in Emergency Medicine, anaesthetics, care of the Older Person, Respiratory medicine, cardiology and gastroenterology

Organisation and Planning

Essential

  • Able to organise oneself and prioritise clinical need
  • Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
  • Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance I Resource constraints

Desirable

  • Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements/ Course attended

Academic and Research

Essential

  • Understanding of the principles of research
  • Evidence of participation in audit

Desirable

  • Research experience
  • Publications
  • Prizes and honours

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

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Worthing Hospital and St Richards Hospital Chichester

Worthing Hospital,

Worthing

BN11 2DH


Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Worthing Hospital and St Richards Hospital Chichester

Worthing Hospital,

Worthing

BN11 2DH


Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Medical Workforce officer

Emanuela Guerinoni

e.guerinoni@nhs.net

01903205111

Details

Date posted

13 April 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£38,831 to £73,992 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

279-MWLMEF-ACU-116

Job locations

Worthing Hospital and St Richards Hospital Chichester

Worthing Hospital,

Worthing

BN11 2DH


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