Job summary
Applications are invited for Education Fellowships supporting Undergraduate Medical Education at Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWBH).
We are looking for enthusiastic doctors with an interest in Paediatrics and Medical Education who wish to develop this area further as a Clinical Teaching Fellows (CTF)
Successful CTF candidates will be an integral part of the Undergraduate Teaching Academy to develop and deliver teaching to medical students in various settings such as tutorials, bedside and simulation lab.
Closing Date: 12th Feb 2023
Interview Date: 24th Feb 2023
Post may close early if enough suitable applications are received
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be supported to complete a certificate in postgraduate medical education (PGCME) or equivalent during the post.
From September, 2020, SWBHT has taken Clinical Medical Students from Aston University (AMS) in addition to the University of Birmingham (UoB) Medical Students that have been attending SWB for many years. Clinical teaching will take place across all Trust sites, including Sandwell and City Hospitals and will also include the Midland Metropolitan Hospital when opened.
The post will suit doctors seeking to develop teaching skills and further their clinical interests before entering Specialist Training. CTF must have a minimum of four months postgraduate experience in working with children as a junior doctor.
This post is for one year, starting 11th September 2023. Successful candidates will work as a team to provide ward and simulation based teaching, as well as mentorship to small student groups. There will be some service provision such as on-calls which will make up a maximum of 40% of their time.
Candidates should complete the on-line application form, providing information on their career progression to date, contribution to teaching so far and how this post fits with their plans for career progression
About us
SWBH NHS Trust is a friendly, integrated healthcare provider focused on improving the life chances and health outcomes of our diverse population.
We have three strategic objectives:
People: To cultivate and sustain happy, productive and engaged staff;
Patients: To be good or outstanding at everything we do;
Population: To work seamlessly with partners to improve lives;
We run services from Sandwell, City and Rowley Regis Hospitals, Birmingham & Midland Eye Centre, Birmingham Treatment Centre, the Lyng and Leasowes Intermediate Care Centre. Our GP practices and community teams provide care in schools, healthcare centres and at home.
Our next milestone is opening the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH), a once in a career opportunity to shape care transformation within and beyond the hospital walls. MMUH will host the busiest Emergency Department in Europe, with state of the art facilities and future development of a Learning Campus.
Developing and caring for our People is fundamental. We were one of the first Trusts to provide the Real Living Wage, as well as a Live and Work scheme to support people at risk of homelessness into paid work and training. We offer a range of staff benefits, health & wellbeing support and will help you to bring your ambition to life through our bespoke training and development programmes. As "People" is one of our three strategic objectives, we make a continued commitment to prioritise support for all our colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the job role and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the job role and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Attendance at relevant courses eg APLS, NLS
- MRCPCH
- Life Support course instructor
- Postgraduate diploma Eg MRCP
Eligibility
Essential
- Confirmation of Visa status / right to work from Home Office
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice
Fitness To Practice
Essential
- Is up to date and fit to practice safely
Academic achievements
Essential
- Completed at least 4 month of a paediatrics job
- Completed at least 4 month of a paediatrics job
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Computer literate
- Ability to word process, prepare presentations
- Able to carry out literature searches
Teaching
Essential
- Evidence of enthusiasm for teaching and learning
- Experience of teaching in clinical settings
- Able to prepare & deliver seminars for small group teaching
- Willingness to undertake training in medical education
- Ability to critically assess data
Desirable
- Knowledge of teaching theory and / or skills e.g., completion of course, further study
- Evidence of positive feedback on teaching delivery
- Familiar with UoB & Aston Medical School MBChB Curricula.
- Experience of clinical simulation either as a candidate or instructor
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Self-motivated, adaptable team player
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills
- Evidence of organisational ability
Desirable
- Evidence of good feedback from medical & nursing colleagues
Clinical Care (Knowledge and skills)
Essential
- Competent in basic clinical procedures eg CPR, infection control, physical examination, history taking etc
- Understands the principles of patient confidentiality and data protection
- Understand the principles of clinical governance - ensure patients are not put at risk
- Understands the importance of working effectively in teams
Desirable
- Knowledge and experience of UK health systems, practices and values and awareness of current issues in the NHS
Language and Communication Skills
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively in written and spoken English. Where appropriate has attained the minimum International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score. Minimum scores 7.5 in all domains (speaking, listening, reading and writing)
Probity
Essential
- Displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality in line with GMC requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Attendance at relevant courses eg APLS, NLS
- MRCPCH
- Life Support course instructor
- Postgraduate diploma Eg MRCP
Eligibility
Essential
- Confirmation of Visa status / right to work from Home Office
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice
Fitness To Practice
Essential
- Is up to date and fit to practice safely
Academic achievements
Essential
- Completed at least 4 month of a paediatrics job
- Completed at least 4 month of a paediatrics job
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Computer literate
- Ability to word process, prepare presentations
- Able to carry out literature searches
Teaching
Essential
- Evidence of enthusiasm for teaching and learning
- Experience of teaching in clinical settings
- Able to prepare & deliver seminars for small group teaching
- Willingness to undertake training in medical education
- Ability to critically assess data
Desirable
- Knowledge of teaching theory and / or skills e.g., completion of course, further study
- Evidence of positive feedback on teaching delivery
- Familiar with UoB & Aston Medical School MBChB Curricula.
- Experience of clinical simulation either as a candidate or instructor
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Self-motivated, adaptable team player
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills
- Evidence of organisational ability
Desirable
- Evidence of good feedback from medical & nursing colleagues
Clinical Care (Knowledge and skills)
Essential
- Competent in basic clinical procedures eg CPR, infection control, physical examination, history taking etc
- Understands the principles of patient confidentiality and data protection
- Understand the principles of clinical governance - ensure patients are not put at risk
- Understands the importance of working effectively in teams
Desirable
- Knowledge and experience of UK health systems, practices and values and awareness of current issues in the NHS
Language and Communication Skills
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively in written and spoken English. Where appropriate has attained the minimum International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score. Minimum scores 7.5 in all domains (speaking, listening, reading and writing)
Probity
Essential
- Displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality in line with GMC requirements
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).
