Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

NWL International Medical Graduate Education Fellow

The closing date is 17 July 2025

Job summary

The North West London (NWL) International Medical Graduate (IMG) Hub Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is looking to appoint an IMG Education Fellow to support international doctors joining the NWL workforce.

Based at the West Middlesex University Hospital site in Isleworth this is an exciting opportunity to join a team committed to making IMGs feel welcomed and valued.

This post is offered initially as a 6 month fixed term contract with the possibility of extending to a 12 month contract, commencing September - - October 2025.

Please note you should only apply for the post if the following criteria are met:

  • Fully GMC registered.
  • At least one years experience of working in the NHS.

Main duties of the job

This post is designed for a doctor who wants to make a commitment to education as part of their career with a focus on international medical graduate support.

Suitable candidates will support the induction and orientation of IMGs into NWL in line with the national guidance 'Welcoming and Valuing IMGs' - it will involve skill in organisation, communication, teaching and coordination.

You will have the opportunity to build on your personal teaching experience and project planning and delivery. It will also provide an opportunity to engage with stakeholders across the sector and build relationships to achieve objectives.

If you would like to speak to one of our team regarding the role, please email us on: chelwest.imgoffice.nwl@nhs.net

About us

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed."

If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Details

Date posted

04 July 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£37,068 to £57,570 a year + London Weighting

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

289-CR-25

Job locations

West Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF


Job description

Job responsibilities

Candidates are advised to read the full job description (attached) which includes the selection criteria and details on how to apply.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Candidates are advised to read the full job description (attached) which includes the selection criteria and details on how to apply.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • Full GMC registration

Desirable

  • Educational Qualification e.g. PGCert or MSc
  • Prizes or distinctions

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working within the NHS (at least 1 year)

Desirable

  • Development of teaching programmes or educational courses.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of career pathways in medical education

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Able to demonstrate personal and educational reasons for applying for this Fellowship programme
  • Broad knowledge of the issues affecting international medical graduates.
Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • Full GMC registration

Desirable

  • Educational Qualification e.g. PGCert or MSc
  • Prizes or distinctions

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working within the NHS (at least 1 year)

Desirable

  • Development of teaching programmes or educational courses.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of career pathways in medical education

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Able to demonstrate personal and educational reasons for applying for this Fellowship programme
  • Broad knowledge of the issues affecting international medical graduates.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF


Employer's website

https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF


Employer's website

https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

NWL IMG Programme Manager

Lara Higginson

chelwest.imgoffice.nwl@nhs.net

02083216318

Details

Date posted

04 July 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£37,068 to £57,570 a year + London Weighting

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

289-CR-25

Job locations

West Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF


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