Job summary
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is pleased to offer two exciting Clinical Teaching Fellow (CTF) posts in General Surgery, based at Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton, in partnership with Bristol Medical School. These ST1/2level roles provide a 50/50 split between clinical surgical practice and undergraduate medical education, ideal for doctors completing foundation training or taking time out of specialty training.
You will join a vibrant community of 11 CTFs across multiple specialties, with strong support from the Undergraduate Education Faculty and Medical Education Team. Each post includes opportunities to develop as a clinical educator, pursue a PGCert in Education (funded up to 4,000), participate in simulation faculty development, contribute to educational projects, and gain experience across surgical specialties including colorectal, upper GI, vascular, urology and emergency surgery.
These roles provide an exceptional balance of teaching, clinical development, and surgical training within a busy, well supported department.
Both posts are permanent, full time positions.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties of the Job
Educational Responsibilities (50%)
Deliver teaching to Bristol Medical School students across Years 2--5, including case-based learning, seminars, lectures, anatomy, clinical skills, and simulation.
Develop and refine teaching materials with support from senior educators.
Identify student learning needs, set clear learning objectives, and ensure teaching aligns with curriculum outcomes.
Provide academic support, supervise student work, and offer constructive feedback through assessments, including OSCEs, long cases, and workplacebased assessments.
Act as a mentor, contributing to pastoral support and identifying students who may require additional help.
Support and collaborate with other Clinical Teaching Fellows.
Develop and supervise student-selected components (SSCs).
Engage in educational projects, quality improvement, and research, with opportunities to present work at Trust events.
Clinical Responsibilities (50%)
Participate in the full range of general surgical activity including colorectal, upper GI, vascular, urology and emergency surgery.
Gain exposure to elective and emergency theatres, clinics, day surgery, MDTs and ambulatory emergency pathways.
Take part in the CT oncall rota (shared slot between the two teaching fellows), covering Surgery, Vascular and Urology, and ENT overnight.
Engage in departmental audit, clinical governance, and quality improvement, with encouragement to lead or contribute to audit projects.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
General
Honorary status with the University of Bristol will be provided.
Study leave allowance available, including reimbursement for teaching related travel.
Free place on the Trust's Simulation "Training the Trainers" course
Please refer to the attached job description which gives all the details of this post including the full persons specification
Job description
Job responsibilities
General
Honorary status with the University of Bristol will be provided.
Study leave allowance available, including reimbursement for teaching related travel.
Free place on the Trust's Simulation "Training the Trainers" course
Please refer to the attached job description which gives all the details of this post including the full persons specification
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full Registration with the GMC with a licence to practice
- Medical Degree.
- RCUK Advanced Life Support
Desirable
- Additional postgraduate degree or equivalent
- Studying towards Part I or Part II of Membership Exams i.e. MRCS.
- Advanced Trauma Life
- Support or European Trauma
- Course holders
Experience
Essential
- At least 2 years experience within NHS environments
- Completion of UK Foundation
- Programme or equivalent.
Desirable
- Demonstrates working at level of CT1/ST1 level doctor
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Competent in history taking and examination skills.
- Evidence of ability to analyse and diagnose situations, prioritise and act accordingly.
- Ability to undertake on call/shift working.
- Organisational and communication skills.
- Sets realistic goals and deadlines.
- Good oral and written presentation skills.
- Enthusiasm for teaching especially undergraduate
- Ability to communicate in a learning environment
- Evidence of teaching involvement
- Desire to develop as a teacher
Desirable
- Evidence of understanding and application in knowledge.
- Interested in and understands principals of medical audit.
- Accepts responsibility and participation in the management of emergencies.
- Management Skills.
- Computer literacy
- Knowledge of teaching/education theory and process
- Understanding of UK undergraduate curriculum
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full Registration with the GMC with a licence to practice
- Medical Degree.
- RCUK Advanced Life Support
Desirable
- Additional postgraduate degree or equivalent
- Studying towards Part I or Part II of Membership Exams i.e. MRCS.
- Advanced Trauma Life
- Support or European Trauma
- Course holders
Experience
Essential
- At least 2 years experience within NHS environments
- Completion of UK Foundation
- Programme or equivalent.
Desirable
- Demonstrates working at level of CT1/ST1 level doctor
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Competent in history taking and examination skills.
- Evidence of ability to analyse and diagnose situations, prioritise and act accordingly.
- Ability to undertake on call/shift working.
- Organisational and communication skills.
- Sets realistic goals and deadlines.
- Good oral and written presentation skills.
- Enthusiasm for teaching especially undergraduate
- Ability to communicate in a learning environment
- Evidence of teaching involvement
- Desire to develop as a teacher
Desirable
- Evidence of understanding and application in knowledge.
- Interested in and understands principals of medical audit.
- Accepts responsibility and participation in the management of emergencies.
- Management Skills.
- Computer literacy
- Knowledge of teaching/education theory and process
- Understanding of UK undergraduate curriculum
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).
