Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for 3 full-time posts from 5th August 2026 to 3rd August 2027 in Undergraduate Medical Education.
These posts will have 7-8 fixed sessions in Undergraduate Medical Education with 2-3 sessions negotiable with successful candidate in a speciality of their choice. There is no out of hour's commitment with these posts.
These posts offer the opportunity to become intensively involved in medical and surgical education of our Bristol medical students, working in conjunction with local unit co-ordinators and tutors. It would ideally suit someone currently in a ST post in a Medical or Surgical specialty that is looking for an 'out of programme experience;' the Severn Deanery has given permission for this to be recognised from one of their programmes. It would also suit current F2 doctors with a particular interest in teaching.
You should be self -motivated and innovative to help develop this post, with a particular emphasis on using simulation in clinical teaching.
Main duties of the job
- To develop competence in teaching
- To support and develop the 2nd and 3rd and 5th year undergraduate teaching programmes, this includes the development of teaching materials and enhancement of learning within the clinical skills lab.
- Develop teaching skills through studying for the Certificate in Medical Education
- Act as a role model and junior mentor for students during their stay in Bath.
- Contribute and participate in the assessment process for the 2nd, 3rd and final year medical students.
- The post holder should be flexible, professional and co-operative within the evolving needs of the clinical academy.
About us
Services are centred at the Royal United Hospital, which is the major District General Hospital, situated on the outskirts of Bath. The Bath Academy was founded in September 2004 and is based in the well-equipped hospital Education Centre which includes an excellent library and Simulation Centre.
This post offers the opportunity to become intensively involved in Medical and/or Surgical Education of Medical Students for a period of time whilst maintaining clinical exposure and experience in a supportive educational environment. The prime function of the post holder is as a teacher delivering core content and providing tutoring for medical students in years 3-5 of the undergraduate curriculum of Bristol University. Teaching will take place in a variety of forms: small group tutorials, larger group tutorials, skill based practical sessions, bedside clinical teaching and clinic based history and examination and simulation of clinical scenarios in the well-equipped Simulation Centre.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details on this post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details on this post.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- MB or Equivalent
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
Desirable
- MRCS or MRCP,
- ALS, APLS and/or ATLS.
NHS Expereince
Essential
- 2 year minimum working in the NHS
Experience
Essential
- Ability to interact well with medical students
- Experience of performing routine procedures [e.g. lumbar puncture, chest drains etc.].
Desirable
- Experience of using Simulation Suite and mannequins for teaching.
- Keyboard skills and Computer literacy
Knowledge
Essential
- Held an FY1/2 or higher NHS post for at least 2 years or equivalent
- Evidence of experience of teaching medical students.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Bristol University Medical Curriculum.
- Experience of using Simulation Suite and mannequins for teaching.
Skills
Essential
- oExcellent communication skills.
- oAbility to work well within a team.
Desirable
- oWell organised and able to organise own learning.
- oFlexibility and enthusiasm.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- MB or Equivalent
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
Desirable
- MRCS or MRCP,
- ALS, APLS and/or ATLS.
NHS Expereince
Essential
- 2 year minimum working in the NHS
Experience
Essential
- Ability to interact well with medical students
- Experience of performing routine procedures [e.g. lumbar puncture, chest drains etc.].
Desirable
- Experience of using Simulation Suite and mannequins for teaching.
- Keyboard skills and Computer literacy
Knowledge
Essential
- Held an FY1/2 or higher NHS post for at least 2 years or equivalent
- Evidence of experience of teaching medical students.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Bristol University Medical Curriculum.
- Experience of using Simulation Suite and mannequins for teaching.
Skills
Essential
- oExcellent communication skills.
- oAbility to work well within a team.
Desirable
- oWell organised and able to organise own learning.
- oFlexibility and enthusiasm.
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).
