Job summary
Please note that previous applicants need not apply.
We are looking for a highly motivated Medical Education Fellow to join our dynamic medical education team.The role will allow the opportunity to develop teaching skills, extend knowledge of educational theory and undertake educational research. It will suit an individual who has an interest in medical education and educational research and there may be an opportunity to participate in one day of clinical work a week and to join the OOH rota following discussion with the Director of Medical Education.The level will be ST4+ or equivalent. The Medical Education Fellow, as well as being responsible to the DME will also be supported by a dedicated team of medical education officers.This is a very exciting time and an excellent opportunity for a doctor who is looking to develop their teaching skills in a supportive environment.
You will have access study leave and a budget which will allow you to attend courses related to your post.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be an integral member of the educational faculty at Oxleas and will have the opportunity to observe and contribute to all aspects of the undergraduate and postgraduate programmes (including teaching medical students in various locations across the Trust) and gaining an understanding of the structure and governance within medical education. You will assist the Director of Medical Education in the planning and delivery of medical student inductions, faculty development programmes, and other undergraduate and postgraduate educational activities. You will also support the DME with the Trainees interested in Medical Education (TiMEd) Scheme of the Trust and faculty facing courses such as the intensive clinical supervisors' course and the 'Teaching for Doctors' workshop. Additionally, the postholder will be expected to plan and deliver regular teaching sessions to various medical learner groups within Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust. Furthermore, the postholder will be expected to deliver weekly tutorials to our Year 4 Medical Students as well as act as educational supervisor for up to four of these students.
About us
At Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust, we offer a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people living in South-East London and to people in prison across England. Our wide array of services includes community health care, such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies.
Oxleas is a great place to work. It has been recognised as one of the Top 10 Best Places to Work 2023 by the Sunday Times amongst very big employers. Our staff survey results show that we are in the Top 5 in England and the highest in London for staff experience amongst similar trusts.
"We are always delighted to welcome new colleagues to the Oxleas family. We care about making Oxleas a great place to work - it's a big priority in our strategy. Come and join us - it's a place where our values, teamwork,equity,and wellbeing matter and where you can really help to improve people's lives."
Ify Okocha - Chief Executive
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To support the Director of Medical Education and the Trust Undergraduate Lead
- To work with the Medical Education Team (Undergraduate and Postgraduate)
- To develop, document and support structures for the delivery of high quality educational programmes
- To evaluate and improve educational programmes
- To be a Educational Supervisor for year four medical students
- To facilitate medical student reflective practice groups
- To be a year 4 medical student tutor
- To conduct and disseminate original educational research
The postholder will have the opportunity to take part in a range of educational research activities, centred on the training of undergraduate medical students but may include other groups of medical learners. These options are aligned with existing research activity and include (but are not confined to) the evaluation of existing teaching programmes within the department. The postholder will be supported to generate publishable outputs, including conference presentations and publications in peer reviewed medical and educational journals.
- To contribute to the completion of existing educational projects through description, data analysis or dissemination
- To support and develop internal collaborations in education.
- To support the the Director of Medical Education and the Trust Undergraduate Lead with external, collaborations, and deputising at local and national meetings
- To understand and support curriculum design and development
Examples include the undergraduate GKT School of Medical Education psychiatry curriculum.
- To develop a range of educational materials: website content, interactive platforms,webinars, medical education Apps, e-learning modules, written materials or handbooks
Examples might include continued review and development of the undergraduate psychiatry e-learning
- To produce high-standard materials for written examinations and OSCE stations
- To take part on medical school examinations and admissions assessments
- To develop schemes and materials to inform school students about careers in psychiatry
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To support the Director of Medical Education and the Trust Undergraduate Lead
- To work with the Medical Education Team (Undergraduate and Postgraduate)
- To develop, document and support structures for the delivery of high quality educational programmes
- To evaluate and improve educational programmes
- To be a Educational Supervisor for year four medical students
- To facilitate medical student reflective practice groups
- To be a year 4 medical student tutor
- To conduct and disseminate original educational research
The postholder will have the opportunity to take part in a range of educational research activities, centred on the training of undergraduate medical students but may include other groups of medical learners. These options are aligned with existing research activity and include (but are not confined to) the evaluation of existing teaching programmes within the department. The postholder will be supported to generate publishable outputs, including conference presentations and publications in peer reviewed medical and educational journals.
- To contribute to the completion of existing educational projects through description, data analysis or dissemination
- To support and develop internal collaborations in education.
- To support the the Director of Medical Education and the Trust Undergraduate Lead with external, collaborations, and deputising at local and national meetings
- To understand and support curriculum design and development
Examples include the undergraduate GKT School of Medical Education psychiatry curriculum.
- To develop a range of educational materials: website content, interactive platforms,webinars, medical education Apps, e-learning modules, written materials or handbooks
Examples might include continued review and development of the undergraduate psychiatry e-learning
- To produce high-standard materials for written examinations and OSCE stations
- To take part on medical school examinations and admissions assessments
- To develop schemes and materials to inform school students about careers in psychiatry
Person Specification
GMC Registration
Essential
- Full registration with the GMC
Experience
Essential
- At least three years experience in postgraduate psychiatry
- An active and proven interest in medical education
Desirable
- Experience in delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate medical education learning and teaching sessions
- Experience of undertaking research and disseminating results
Education
Essential
Person Specification
GMC Registration
Essential
- Full registration with the GMC
Experience
Essential
- At least three years experience in postgraduate psychiatry
- An active and proven interest in medical education
Desirable
- Experience in delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate medical education learning and teaching sessions
- Experience of undertaking research and disseminating results
Education
Essential
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).
