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Subject Lead for Paediatrics

Imperial College London

The closing date is 20 May 2025

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Job summary

Imperial College London and the University of Cumbria have entered into a partnership to form the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine (PCSM), based at the University of Cumbria at the Carlisle Fusehill street campus. As Subject Lead for Clinical Communication Skills, you will be responsible for the planning, development and delivery of innovative and engaging learning events, and associated teaching and learning and assessment materials.

Main duties of the job

You will develop, coordinate and deliver learning opportunities to support students develop the fundamental skills required to communicate professionally, effectively and empathically with patients, their relatives, carers and colleagues using different modes of communicating including spoken, written and digital. Working closely with the Head of Curriculum Development and the subject leads for Professionalism, Medical Ethics and Law and Clinical Skills and Simulation, you will develop and deliver integrated learning opportunities to equip students to understand the professional roles and responsibilities they have as students and as doctors, and support them to develop the communication skills they are required to demonstrate for the Medical Licensing Assessment and the communication skills needed to respond to the challenges they may face in clinical practice. Working with the Head of Assessments, you will develop and deliver formative and summative assessment materials that align with learning outcomes, enabling students to monitor their own learning and preparing them effectively for key summative assessments, such as the Clinical and Professional skills assessment. The curriculum is being designed collaboratively with academic and clinical colleagues to address the vision and aims of the school, and the unique challenges of delivery across Cumbria.

About us

You will develop, coordinate and deliver learning opportunities to support students develop the fundamental skills required to communicate professionally, effectively and empathically with patients, their relatives, carers and colleagues using different modes of communicating including spoken, written and digital.

Date posted

06 May 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£60,497 to £60,497 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

MED05218

Job locations

University of Cumbria Fusehill Street

Carlisle

CA1 2HH


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the role Imperial College London and the University of Cumbria have entered into a partnership to form the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine (PCSM), based at the University of Cumbria at the Carlisle Fusehill street campus. As Subject Lead for Clinical Communication Skills, you will be responsible for the planning, development and delivery of innovative and engaging learning events, and associated teaching and learning and assessment materials to support communication skills teaching within the Clinical Skills and Professional Practice (CSPP) modules. What you would be doing You will develop, coordinate and deliver learning opportunities to support students develop the fundamental skills required to communicate professionally, effectively and empathically with patients, their relatives, carers and colleagues using different modes of communicating including spoken, written and digital. Working closely with the Head of Curriculum Development and the subject leads for Professionalism, Medical Ethics and Law and Clinical Skills and Simulation, you will develop and deliver integrated learning opportunities to equip students to understand the professional roles and responsibilities they have as students and as doctors, and support them to develop the communication skills they are required to demonstrate for the Medical Licensing Assessment and the communication skills needed to respond to the challenges they may face in clinical practice. Working with the Head of Assessments, you will develop and deliver formative and summative assessment materials that align with learning outcomes, enabling students to monitor their own learning and preparing them effectively for key summative assessments, such as the Clinical and Professional skills assessment. The curriculum is being designed collaboratively with academic and clinical colleagues to address the vision and aims of the school, and the unique challenges of delivery across Cumbria. What we are looking for

  • A primary medical qualification (MBBS or equivalent) full GMC registration and Membership of the relevant Royal College.
  • Clinically active, working as a Consultant, General Practitioner or SAS doctor
  • Evidence of effective teaching in clinical communication skills through a range of teaching styles and formats, including presentations, interactive sessions and facilitated role play.
  • An informed, critical understanding of clinical communication theory
  • Outstanding oral and written communication and interpersonal relationship skills
  • Ability to role-model the professional values and behaviours expected of medical professionals
    • What we can offer you
  • A unique opportunity to make a substantial contribution to a major strategic project for both Imperial and the University of Cumbria.
  • The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution
  • Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year (pro rata) and generous pension schemes)
  • Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.
    • Further information The role is part time (0.2 FTE), open ended based at Fusehill Street Campus, Carlisle. For more information about the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine, please visit https://cumbriamed.ac.uk If you require any further details on the role please contact: Professor Mary Morrell, Head of the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine, email: m.morrell@imperial.ac.uk

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    About the role Imperial College London and the University of Cumbria have entered into a partnership to form the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine (PCSM), based at the University of Cumbria at the Carlisle Fusehill street campus. As Subject Lead for Clinical Communication Skills, you will be responsible for the planning, development and delivery of innovative and engaging learning events, and associated teaching and learning and assessment materials to support communication skills teaching within the Clinical Skills and Professional Practice (CSPP) modules. What you would be doing You will develop, coordinate and deliver learning opportunities to support students develop the fundamental skills required to communicate professionally, effectively and empathically with patients, their relatives, carers and colleagues using different modes of communicating including spoken, written and digital. Working closely with the Head of Curriculum Development and the subject leads for Professionalism, Medical Ethics and Law and Clinical Skills and Simulation, you will develop and deliver integrated learning opportunities to equip students to understand the professional roles and responsibilities they have as students and as doctors, and support them to develop the communication skills they are required to demonstrate for the Medical Licensing Assessment and the communication skills needed to respond to the challenges they may face in clinical practice. Working with the Head of Assessments, you will develop and deliver formative and summative assessment materials that align with learning outcomes, enabling students to monitor their own learning and preparing them effectively for key summative assessments, such as the Clinical and Professional skills assessment. The curriculum is being designed collaboratively with academic and clinical colleagues to address the vision and aims of the school, and the unique challenges of delivery across Cumbria. What we are looking for

  • A primary medical qualification (MBBS or equivalent) full GMC registration and Membership of the relevant Royal College.
  • Clinically active, working as a Consultant, General Practitioner or SAS doctor
  • Evidence of effective teaching in clinical communication skills through a range of teaching styles and formats, including presentations, interactive sessions and facilitated role play.
  • An informed, critical understanding of clinical communication theory
  • Outstanding oral and written communication and interpersonal relationship skills
  • Ability to role-model the professional values and behaviours expected of medical professionals
    • What we can offer you
  • A unique opportunity to make a substantial contribution to a major strategic project for both Imperial and the University of Cumbria.
  • The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution
  • Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year (pro rata) and generous pension schemes)
  • Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.
    • Further information The role is part time (0.2 FTE), open ended based at Fusehill Street Campus, Carlisle. For more information about the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine, please visit https://cumbriamed.ac.uk If you require any further details on the role please contact: Professor Mary Morrell, Head of the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine, email: m.morrell@imperial.ac.uk

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • A primary medical qualification (MBBS or equivalent) full GMC registration and Membership of the relevant Royal College.
    • Clinically active, working as a Consultant, General Practitioner or SAS doctor

    Experience

    Essential

    • Evidence of effective teaching in clinical communication skills through a range of teaching styles and formats, including presentations, interactive sessions and facilitated role play.
    • An informed, critical understanding of clinical communication theory
    • Outstanding oral and written communication and interpersonal relationship skills
    • Ability to role-model the professional values and behaviours expected of medical professionals
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • A primary medical qualification (MBBS or equivalent) full GMC registration and Membership of the relevant Royal College.
    • Clinically active, working as a Consultant, General Practitioner or SAS doctor

    Experience

    Essential

    • Evidence of effective teaching in clinical communication skills through a range of teaching styles and formats, including presentations, interactive sessions and facilitated role play.
    • An informed, critical understanding of clinical communication theory
    • Outstanding oral and written communication and interpersonal relationship skills
    • Ability to role-model the professional values and behaviours expected of medical professionals

    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.

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Imperial College London

    Address

    University of Cumbria Fusehill Street

    Carlisle

    CA1 2HH


    Employer's website

    https://www.imperial.ac.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Imperial College London

    Address

    University of Cumbria Fusehill Street

    Carlisle

    CA1 2HH


    Employer's website

    https://www.imperial.ac.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Recruitment Advisor

    Cheryl Ponnou

    c.ponnou@imperial.ac.uk

    07985231979

    Date posted

    06 May 2025

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    £60,497 to £60,497 a year

    Contract

    Fixed term

    Duration

    12 months

    Working pattern

    Part-time

    Reference number

    MED05218

    Job locations

    University of Cumbria Fusehill Street

    Carlisle

    CA1 2HH


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