Job summary
Job Title:
Education Fellow in Social Determinants of Health in Education
Grade/Band:
CT1/2/3 or equivalent
Base:
Dartford & Gravesham NHS Trust
Contract:
12 months
Hours:
0.6 FTE Education (minimum)
0.4 FTE Clinical
Directorate:
Clinical area as determined on appointment
Accountable to:
Clinical Lead / Director of Medical Education
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be part of our medical education team and will carry out various projects / roles to support the education, training and improved experience of our junior doctors, specifically ensuring that social determinants of population health care are considered and incorporated within the curriculum.
The role may include:
delivering education and training for trainees and / or multi-professional groups
engagement with key stakeholders to develop the teaching, including patients with lived experience from the community
providing mentorship and assisting trainees with their quality improvement projects
The role also provides the opportunity to gain insight into medical education processes and infrastructure at Trust and KSS Deanery level.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all of our staff are double vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and our patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Lead and contribute to the project, exploring how health inequalities influence outcomes, and the role education can play in addressing population health. Develop relevant teaching programmes with questionnaires to attendants to monitor impact. Develop leadership skills in working within and outside the department, engaging stakeholders and reporting to the people and organisational development group for assurance.
1.1. To identify and scope project(s), work to deliver benefits in an agreed area based on investigation and diagnosis of need in collaboration with key stakeholders.
1.2. To provide leadership to the project(s) including: initiating, delivering, coordinating, communicating, engaging stakeholders, monitoring and reporting on progress.
1.3. To provide support and leadership to colleagues involved in the project work.
1.4. To lead, co-ordinate and participate in relevant meetings related to the project(s) and other agreed elements of the role
Job description
Job responsibilities
Lead and contribute to the project, exploring how health inequalities influence outcomes, and the role education can play in addressing population health. Develop relevant teaching programmes with questionnaires to attendants to monitor impact. Develop leadership skills in working within and outside the department, engaging stakeholders and reporting to the people and organisational development group for assurance.
1.1. To identify and scope project(s), work to deliver benefits in an agreed area based on investigation and diagnosis of need in collaboration with key stakeholders.
1.2. To provide leadership to the project(s) including: initiating, delivering, coordinating, communicating, engaging stakeholders, monitoring and reporting on progress.
1.3. To provide support and leadership to colleagues involved in the project work.
1.4. To lead, co-ordinate and participate in relevant meetings related to the project(s) and other agreed elements of the role
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Desirable
- Publications in recognised medical or academic journals
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Project Management skills - experience of participating in or leading projects
- Good organisational and time management skills
Desirable
- Leadership or management roles
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of good career progression as demonstrated by employment history - at least 12 months working in the NHS
- Experience in delivery of teaching and education.
- Evidence of interest and experience in delivering teaching to medical students and trainees
Desirable
- Experience of setting up courses
- Faculty on local or national courses
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Desirable
- Publications in recognised medical or academic journals
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Project Management skills - experience of participating in or leading projects
- Good organisational and time management skills
Desirable
- Leadership or management roles
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of good career progression as demonstrated by employment history - at least 12 months working in the NHS
- Experience in delivery of teaching and education.
- Evidence of interest and experience in delivering teaching to medical students and trainees
Desirable
- Experience of setting up courses
- Faculty on local or national courses
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).
