Job summary University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job We are excited to invite applications for the Fellowship Programme Director post who will support the overall management and quality control of the Fellowship Programme in the Trust, with specific responsibility for Foundation fellowship year 3.
The postholder will work with local lead educators to ensure that each placement of the programme and the programme as a whole meets the standards for training.
They will ensure that each trainee is able to access a comprehensive range of experiences which will enables them to gain the competences necessary for their stage of training.
About us WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.
UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London.
The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep.
The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description Job responsibilities The successful candidate will work closely with the undergraduate module and placement leads.
They will be expected to go to the clinical areas where students are placed, make contact with the students, and teach them regularly.
The exact teaching timetable and groups of students will be flexible depending on the time of year.
However, it is expected that the postholder will spend around 50% of their week face to face with students.
The postholder will need to show initiative and the ability to manage their own time.
Supervision for the fellowship in UHS would be from the Director of Medical Education and the DME team at UHS.
This role will provide the post holder with ample opportunities to develop their teaching skills through a combination of time spent teaching, mentorship from the module and placement leads, observing other teachers, and delivering observed teaching sessions with feedback.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Interviews will be held on Friday, 13 December 2024 Job Reference: 188-MT1307 - This vacancy closes on or before: 3rd December 2024 Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Person Specification Qualifications and training Essential Primary Medical Qualification Membership or Fellowship of Royal College Recognised Educational Supervisor Desirable University Higher degree Educational Qualification Previous or relevant experience Essential Track record of Educational Supervision Experience of the organisation of postgraduate and undergraduate education Understanding of NHS structure and processes Experience of working with students or doctors in an educational setting Experience of managing a multiprofessional team Desirable Evidence of submitting work for peer review Experience of educational leadership and innovation Aptitudes and skills Essential Strong interpersonal presentation and written skills Special Requirements of the post Essential Knowledge of the LED charter Living the Trust values Essential Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together