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Job summary

Main area
Medical & Dental
Grade
NHS Medical & Dental: Junior Clinical Fellow
Contract
9 months (Fixed term for 9 months)
Hours
Full time - 40 hours per week
Job ref
318-26-SIMFEL
Employer
Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
GHNHSFT
Town
Gloucester
Salary
£55,355 PA
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
11/11/2026 23:59

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Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust logo

Clinical SIM Fellow in Undergraduate Medical Education

NHS Medical & Dental: Junior Clinical Fellow

At Gloucestershire Hospitals, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the county’s largest employer, we are proud to provide high-quality acute, elective, and specialist services to more than 650,000 people across our county. Our care is delivered across Gloucestershire Royal, Cheltenham General and Stroud Maternity Hospital.

With over 9,000 employees representing more than 95 nationalities, bringing together a mix of cultures and experiences to the care that we deliver. Whether you’re beginning your NHS journey or looking to take the next step in your career, this is an exciting time to join us. We’re investing heavily in innovation, research, and transformation, with more than 100 active clinical studies and major developments underway across our hospitals.

We take pride in working as one team, driven by a shared ambition to grow, develop, and continually improve. Every contribution is valued and by combining our collective strengths, we support not only our diverse communities but one another. You can expect a warm, supportive culture and colleagues who are passionate about teamwork, professional development and delivering exceptional care. We offer structured development programmes, mentoring and leadership opportunities to help you progress in your career.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from a comprehensive package that includes flexible working opportunities, generous annual leave, the NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, local discounts, access to on-site nurseries, reduced public transport costs, reward and recognition schemes and a wide range of health and wellbeing initiatives.

Be part of Gloucestershire Hospitals, explore your future with us today.

Job overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated doctor to develop skills in medical education. The Clinical SIM Fellow will play a key role in delivering and developing SIMS and teaching for postgraduate-entry medical students undertaking a PBL-based curriculum.

This 9 month post offers 100% of time dedicated to education. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and delivery clinical SIM sessions, as well as bedside teaching and contribute to curriculum development, supporting student assessment and pastoral care. You will join an existing team of Clinical teaching fellows.

Please note that this post is required to commence as soon as possible and is expected to run until August 2027.

Main duties of the job

1.       Key Responsibilities

 

·         To deliver high quality teaching to TCMS postgraduate-entry medical students in line with the TCMS curriculum requirements

·         Maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge and skills

·         Contribute to patient care in line with Trust policies and GMC standards

Participate in clinical governance and audit activities where appropriate

 

Working for our organisation

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

 

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.

 As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

 

1.       Key Responsibilities

 

·         To deliver high quality teaching to TCMS postgraduate-entry medical students in line with the TCMS curriculum requirements

·         Maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge and skills

·         Contribute to patient care in line with Trust policies and GMC standards

Participate in clinical governance and audit activities where appropriate

 

Person specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential criteria
  • Primary Medical qualification (MBBS/MBChB or equivalent)
  • Full GMC registration with license to practice
  • Existing right to work in UK visa
  • Minimum of 2 years NHS working experience
  • Completion of Foundation Training
Desirable criteria
  • Evidence of teaching qualification or willingness to undertake one

Knowledge & Skills

Essential criteria
  • Experience of teaching medical students
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • IT skills relevant to teaching delivery (eg PowerPoint etc)
  • Ability to provide constructive feedback
Desirable criteria
  • Understanding of PBL or student centered learning

Clincial Experience

Essential criteria
  • UK clinical postgraduate experience
  • Experience working within the NHS
  • Interest in medical education
  • Completion of Foundation training at the time of job start date

Personal Attributes

Essential criteria
  • Enthusiastic and motivated educator
  • Strong organisational skills
  • Ability to work independently and within a team
  • Professional, approachable and supportive
  • Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Luke Materacki
Job title
Simulation Tutor
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
0300 422 3037
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