South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
Undergraduate Medical Education requires committed and interested staff to enable students to make the most of the teaching opportunities available. We have 1 post for a Senior Paediatric Teaching Fellow. This post will be to work with the University of Sunderland and is 12 months fixed term until September 2026.
The role will involve teaching alongside the current designated specialty teams while taking a leadership role within the team, supporting team professional development and student assessment processes. The successful candidates will also 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 undergraduate paediatric curriculum for medical students.
Minimum Requirements
Candidates must have a MBBS qualification (or equivalent) and be appointed to a postgraduate specialty training programme in paediatrics and hold a National Training Number. The applicant should also have approval to take time out of programme from the Training Programme Director. They should be able to work 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 being able to take a lead in teaching and learning activities, ensuring effective time management, and having great organisational skills.
Good paediatric 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.
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/work environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of people's 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 workforce's 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 Responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
To support and develop multidisciplinary undergraduate teaching across the University of Sunderland curriculum. The post holder will be expected to teach within paediatric teaching blocks and coordinate/plan teaching sessions. The Senior Teaching Fellow will also be expected to take an enhanced role in providing pastoral and wellbeing support to students, will participate in assessment, emendation and coordination, and support with any additional leadership responsibilities within the team.
Person Specification
Experience
* 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.
* Post Foundation Programme clinical experience.
* Evidence of ability to use IT to support education delivery.
Personal Skills
* Enthusiasm for education.
* Evidence of excellent communication skills.
* Ability to work under pressure.
* Commitment 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.
Qualifications and Training
* Successful completion of the Foundation Programme or equivalent OR completion of F2 by the start of post.
* Full GMC registration with a license to practice.
* Applicants should be appointed to a postgraduate specialty training programme in paediatrics and hold a National Training Number.
* The applicant should also have approval to take time out of programme from the Training Programme Director.
* University approved teaching qualification/Certificate in Medical Education.
* Experience in delivery of medical education.
Skills, Knowledge and Aptitude
* Overview knowledge of the undergraduate curriculum from the University of Sunderland.
* Evidence of effective communication skills.
* Evidence of ability to organise and prioritise complex demands.
* Evidence of working in a multi-disciplinary team.
* Evidence of reflective practice.
* Demonstrates flexibility to respond to changing service needs.
* Experience of using simulation equipment in the delivery of training.
Clinical Specialty Skills
* Wide range of recent experience in paediatrics/medicine.
* Competent in management of routine and emergency general medical patients.
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.
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
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