Clinical Education Fellow

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent UK hospital is seeking a Clinical Education Fellow for a 12-month fixed-term role, starting ideally in March 2026. This role involves teaching medical students, mentoring aspiring doctors, and participating in various educational activities. Candidates must have registration with the GMC, relevant examinations like MRCP, and a teaching qualification. The position is flexible, offering two days a week for teaching while allowing for clinical practice. Join a supportive team aimed at enhancing medical education.

Qualifications

• Evidence of continuous professional development since qualification.
• Post-graduation experience working in an acute NHS Trust.
• Experience teaching medical students and developing training programmes.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating bedside teaching for medical students at the University of Buckingham.
• Planning and organizing student activities and simulation training.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and engaging in quality improvement projects.

Skills

GMC practical skills

Proficiency in IT packages

Education

Current full registration with the General Medical Council

MRCP/MRCS/MRCGP or equivalent

Teaching qualification (PG Cert, Pg Dip or Masters)

Job description

Clinical Education Fellow

The closing date is 15 January 2026

Exciting news! We are thrilled to announce a brand‑new opportunity for a LTFT (16 hours per week) 12‑month fixed‑term Clinical Education Fellow post. Ideally starting in March 2026, but the start date can be negotiated for the right candidate. There is also the potential to extend the contract for an additional year.

This role is tailor‑made to support both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, offering a unique chance to shape the future of medical education. You will teach medical students in the dynamic hospital environment while also providing mentorship to aspiring doctors from phase 1 bedside teaching to phase 2 curriculum and assessment activities.

With a schedule of two days per week you can pursue additional clinical bank shifts. This flexible arrangement allows you to make a meaningful impact in medical education while maintaining clinical practice.

You must have the right to live and work in the UK. If you require a visa to work, please note that we are currently unable to support sponsorship requests for this role.

This role does not meet the Trust's hard‑to‑recruit criteria. Therefore, please be advised that relocation expenses will not be provided.

Main duties

• Facilitating weekly bedside teaching for first and second‑year medical students from the University of Buckingham Medical School.
• Assisting with undergraduate and postgraduate simulation training.
• Planning and organising student activities such as elective placements, assistantships, revision sessions and other education programmes.
• Developing teaching resources and leading small‑group workshops, lectures, simulation‑based education, and mentoring.
• Involved in the running and development of simulation suites and supporting assessment, including marking exams, OSCEs, quality assurance processes and clinical examinations.
• Collaborating with the wider medical education team, multidisciplinary teams and pastoral care for students.
• Engaging in research and quality improvement projects relevant to medical education, with expectation of presenting at professional meetings and publishing in journals.
• Participating in weekly Grand Rounds, Medical Journal Club, and IMT teaching sessions.
• Regular meetings with the supervisor to receive appraisal and guidance on professional development.
• Occasional travel to Buckingham Medical School and other NHS Partnership Trusts.

Qualifications and knowledge

• Current full registration with the General Medical Council with a licence to practice.
• MRCP/MRCS/MRCGP or equivalent.
• Teaching qualification such as PG Cert, Pg Dip or Masters.

Experience

• Post‑graduation experience working in an acute NHS Trust.
• Experience teaching medical students, junior doctors and other healthcare professionals.
• Experience developing teaching or training programmes.

Skills

• Able to perform all 23 GMC practical skills and procedures (2019).
• Proficiency in IT packages applicable to education (presentation, word processing, spreadsheets).

Personal and people development

• Evidence of continuous professional development since qualification.
• Experience of audit and clinical governance activities.

Communication

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and develop good working relationships with academic staff, Trust staff and students.

Specific requirements

• Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations.

Disclosures and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

About the Trust

Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting‑edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.

We are a medium‑sized general hospital providing a full range of medical and surgical services, with expanding facilities to meet growing demand.

Our specialist services include the newly opened Radiotherapy Centre, neonatology, specialist surgical care, diagnostic services, and the Community Diagnostic Centre.

Further investment includes new ward blocks and a Women and Children’s Centre, set to open by 2030.

Location

University of Buckingham Medical School (Department)