PGME Clinical Teaching Fellow inLondon inLondon PUBLISHED 11 JUN 2024

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged.
Job summary

This is an excellent opportunity for a doctor with an interest in undergraduate teaching to join Great Ormond Street Hospital as a Clinical Teaching Fellow. From September 2024, Great Ormond Street have been delivering clinical placements in Specialist Paediatrics to Year 5 undergraduates at UCL Medical School. The main purpose of this role is to support this programme, as well as our existing undergraduate programmes, by directly supporting undergraduate education. The post holder will also have the opportunity to work across a specific speciality in supporting core skills teaching to postgraduate trainees in skills development and will work with the simulation centre in improving the delivery of simulation.

This role would be for a Speciality Trainee (CT1-ST8+ or equivalent) to develop their skills in medical education while being able to continue limited clinical activity in the area of their choice. The post holder would work within the Postgraduate Medical Education Department four days a week and up to one day in their chosen clinical area. This post is offered as a one-year full-time Fellowship to work with the Undergraduate Education Lead and Director of Medical Education to develop and coordinate the undergraduate education and training across the organisation.

Main duties of the job

o To support undergraduate teaching at GOSH, ensuring that the student timetable runs smoothly and that students have a good educational experience at the trust, both by delivering teaching and by facilitating teaching by others The post-holder will:o Contribute to the development of the undergraduate timetableo Ensure good relationships are developed and maintained with departments delivering undergraduate teachingo Ensure effective mechanisms for student feedback, collate feedback and help respond to resultso Coordinate and encourage student projects within the trusto Promote the engagement of trust staff with UCL Medical Schoolo Support education at the trust, with particular reference to the provision of task training within the clinical environment in a way which is effective and accessible.o Support the research output of the GLA by contributing to research, presentations and peer reviewed publications.

About us

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role attached.The Person Specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required, both attached.

Job description
Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role attached.The Person Specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required, both attached.

Person Specification

GOSH Culture and Values

Essential

  • Always welcoming
  • Always helpful
  • Always expert
  • Always one team
  • Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
  • Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace
Education, training and qualifications

Essential

  • Full registration with General Medical Council
  • ST1-8+ or non-training equivalent
  • Primary medical qualification - MBBS or equivalent
Desirable

  • MRCPCH, MRCS, FRCA, MRCP or equivalent
Knowledge and experience

Essential

  • Informal experience of teaching
  • Knowledge of basic educational principles and their application within clinical settings
Desirable

  • Formal experience of teaching
  • Good understanding of current issues and challenges within surgical education
Skills and abilities

Essential

  • Excellent networking abilities
  • Good communication skills
  • Enthusiasm for medical education and training
Desirable

  • Teaching and training
  • Critical appraisal skills
  • Presentations or papers
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values

Essential

  • Always welcoming
  • Always helpful
  • Always expert
  • Always one team
  • Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
  • Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace
Education, training and qualifications

Essential

  • Full registration with General Medical Council
  • ST1-8+ or non-training equivalent
  • Primary medical qualification - MBBS or equivalent
Desirable

  • MRCPCH, MRCS, FRCA, MRCP or equivalent
Knowledge and experience

Essential

  • Informal experience of teaching
  • Knowledge of basic educational principles and their application within clinical settings
Desirable

  • Formal experience of teaching
  • Good understanding of current issues and challenges within surgical education
Skills and abilities

Essential

  • Excellent networking abilities
  • Good communication skills
  • Enthusiasm for medical education and training
Desirable

  • Teaching and training
  • Critical appraisal skills
  • Presentations or papers
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 .

From 6 April 2, 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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Additional information
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 .

From 6 April 2, 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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address

Great Ormond Street Hospital - PGME Office

63 - 67 Great Ormond Street

London

WC1N 3JH

Employer's website
Job summary

This is an excellent opportunity for a doctor with an interest in undergraduate teaching to join Great Ormond Street Hospital as a Clinical Teaching Fellow. From September 2024, Great Ormond Street have been delivering clinical placements in Specialist Paediatrics to Year 5 undergraduates at UCL Medical School. The main purpose of this role is to support this programme, as well as our existing undergraduate programmes, by directly supporting undergraduate education. The post holder will also have the opportunity to work across a specific speciality in supporting core skills teaching to postgraduate trainees in skills development and will work with the simulation centre in improving the delivery of simulation.

This role would be for a Speciality Trainee (CT1-ST8+ or equivalent) to develop their skills in medical education while being able to continue limited clinical activity in the area of their choice. The post holder would work within the Postgraduate Medical Education Department four days a week and up to one day in their chosen clinical area. This post is offered as a one-year full-time Fellowship to work with the Undergraduate Education Lead and Director of Medical Education to develop and coordinate the undergraduate education and training across the organisation.

Main duties of the job

o To support undergraduate teaching at GOSH, ensuring that the student timetable runs smoothly and that students have a good educational experience at the trust, both by delivering teaching and by facilitating teaching by others The post-holder will:o Contribute to the development of the undergraduate timetableo Ensure good relationships are developed and maintained with departments delivering undergraduate teachingo Ensure effective mechanisms for student feedback, collate feedback and help respond to resultso Coordinate and encourage student projects within the trusto Promote the engagement of trust staff with UCL Medical Schoolo Support education at the trust, with particular reference to the provision of task training within the clinical environment in a way which is effective and accessible.o Support the research output of the GLA by contributing to research, presentations and peer reviewed publications.

About us

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role attached.The Person Specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required, both attached.

Job description
Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role attached.The Person Specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required, both attached.

Person Specification

GOSH Culture and Values

Essential

  • Always welcoming
  • Always helpful
  • Always expert
  • Always one team
  • Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
  • Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace
Education, training and qualifications

Essential

  • Full registration with General Medical Council
  • ST1-8+ or non-training equivalent
  • Primary medical qualification - MBBS or equivalent
Desirable

  • MRCPCH, MRCS, FRCA, MRCP or equivalent
Knowledge and experience

Essential

  • Informal experience of teaching
  • Knowledge of basic educational principles and their application within clinical settings
Desirable

  • Formal experience of teaching
  • Good understanding of current issues and challenges within surgical education
Skills and abilities

Essential

  • Excellent networking abilities
  • Good communication skills
  • Enthusiasm for medical education and training
Desirable

  • Teaching and training
  • Critical appraisal skills
  • Presentations or papers
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values

Essential

  • Always welcoming
  • Always helpful
  • Always expert
  • Always one team
  • Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
  • Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace
Education, training and qualifications

Essential

  • Full registration with General Medical Council
  • ST1-8+ or non-training equivalent
  • Primary medical qualification - MBBS or equivalent
Desirable

  • MRCPCH, MRCS, FRCA, MRCP or equivalent
Knowledge and experience

Essential

  • Informal experience of teaching
  • Knowledge of basic educational principles and their application within clinical settings
Desirable

  • Formal experience of teaching
  • Good understanding of current issues and challenges within surgical education
Skills and abilities

Essential

  • Excellent networking abilities
  • Good communication skills
  • Enthusiasm for medical education and training
Desirable

  • Teaching and training
  • Critical appraisal skills
  • Presentations or papers
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 .

From 6 April 2, 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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Additional information
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 .

From 6 April 2, 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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address

Great Ormond Street Hospital - PGME Office

63 - 67 Great Ormond Street

London

WC1N 3JH

Employer's website


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