Clinical Senior Lecturer

NHS; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Twickenham seeks a clinically qualified educator to lead the Clinical & Professional Practice module within the MBBS programme. This role is pivotal in shaping early clinical experiences and professional identity of students. The successful candidate will possess clinical credibility, educational leadership skills, and a commitment to quality medical training. Responsibilities include overseeing curriculum delivery, managing student assessments, and collaborating across the medical school. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence medical education for future clinicians.

Qualifications

• Fully registered and in good standing with the General Medical Council.
• Proven experience in teaching clinical skills within the MBBS programme.
• Experience in educational design, delivery, assessment, and evaluation in medical education.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Clinical & Professional Practice module throughout the MBBS programme.
• Develop and deliver curriculum content and assessments for the module.
• Collaborate with colleagues on module design and teaching strategies.

Skills

Clinical teaching

Educational leadership

Curriculum development

Digital learning

Communication skills

Education

Graduate with a PhD

Licence to practise in the UK

Recognised teaching qualification or FHEA

Tools

Teaching digital technology

Job description

We are seeking a clinically qualified educator to lead the Clinical & Professional Practice (CPP) module within Phase 1 of our MBBS programme. This role is central to shaping students early clinical experiences, professional identity formation, and foundational skills in patient care. The successful candidate will bring clinical credibility, educational leadership, and a commitment to embedding human values and social purpose into medical training.

The CPP Module runs through Phase 1 (years 1-2) and Phase 2 (years 3-5). In Year I the focus of CPP is on developing the attributes and behaviours required for a safe and effective clinician, understanding the concept of professional practice within the healthcare team and developing communication skills with patients, carers, and healthcare professionals. In Year 1 students will start building competency in practical procedures and clinical and communication skills. In Year 2 students will advance their communication skills with patients, carers, and healthcare professionals. Throughout Year 3 and 4, work-place based assessments will reinforce the students professional identity as a doctor, and the Module will refine evidence-based medicine skills and application of knowledge from IASCM and Med Soc modules to further develop practical skills. The Transition to Practice of Year 5will bring together these clinical and professional skills and competencies, in preparation for Foundation years for MBBS graduates.

Main duties of the job

The key responsibilities of the post will be the leadership, management and co-delivery of CPP module content throughout the MBBS programme in accordance with the GMC regulations, University requirements, and the SoM contingent partner ULAN. The role addresses all aspects of the CPP module through the entire MBBS, including teaching, digital learning, assessment and student support. The post holder will work closely with the SoM leadership team and will have line management responsibility for staff delivering CPP teaching. They will lead on CPP curriculum adaptation and design, practical demonstrations, development and delivery of teaching, assessment and evaluation. They will work closely with the Phase 1 and 2 Leads and the Director of Undergraduate Medicine to ensure continuity and alignment of CPP across both Phases and with the other MBBS modules (IASCM, and MedSoc). The postholder will collaborate to demonstrate links between these modules and the application of sciences to clinical work, for example in interprofessional learning and work, and the principles and practice of informed consent. The postholder should be adept at using digital technology, completing work-based assessments and supporting tutors in adopting these teaching and assessment approaches. The postholder should also understand equal opportunity issues as they may impact on academic content and issues relating to students needs.

About us

The School of Medicine (SoM) aims to become an internationally recognised centre with established expertise and resources. At both undergraduate and postgraduate level, we are committed to offering vocationally relevant programmes of study with the highest academic standards. The SoM is aligning its MBBS curriculum to its Contingent partner University of Lancashire(ULAN) which is developed on a spiral curriculum, of integrated science, clinical knowledge and skills and professional practice throughout the 5 years of the programme. The MBBS programme is arranged across three modules: Integrated and Applied Science and Clinical Medicine - IASCM, Medicine & Society- Med Soc and Clinical and Professional Practice- CPP.

St Marys is committed to providing our students with a transformational experience. The Universitys Vision 2030 outlines our approach and guides our supporting strategies, operating plans, and team and individual targets for achieving this. This includes extending our impact through growth to ensure future sustainability. We are focused on delivering outstanding teaching and pastoral support to our student population, as well as expanding and internationalising our academic portfolio of programmes. As we continue to expand our reach, our shared goals and values underpin a flourishing network of trusted partners, both at home and overseas, enabling us to promote our global profile and reach diverse communities.

Job responsibilities

We are seeking a clinically qualified educator to lead the Clinical & Professional Practice (CPP) module within Phase 1 of our MBBS programme. This role is central to shaping students early clinical experiences, professional identity formation, and foundational skills in patient care. The successful candidate will bring clinical credibility, educational leadership, and a commitment to embedding human values and social purpose into medical training.

The key responsibilities of the post will be the leadership, management and co-delivery of CPP module content throughout the MBBS programme in accordance with the GMC regulations, University requirements, and the SoM contingent partner ULAN. The role addresses all aspects of the CPP module through the entire MBBS, including teaching, digital learning, assessment and student support. The post holder will work closely with the SoM leadership team and will have line management responsibility for staff delivering CPP teaching. They will lead on CPP curriculum adaptation and design, practical demonstrations, development and delivery of teaching, assessment and evaluation. They will work closely with the Phase 1 and 2 Leads and the Director of Undergraduate Medicine to ensure continuity and alignment of CPP across both Phases and with the other MBBS modules (IASCM, and MedSoc). The postholder will collaborate to demonstrate links between these modules and the application of sciences to clinical work, for example in interprofessional learning and work, and the principles and practice of informed consent. The postholder should be adept at using digital technology, completing work-based assessments and supporting tutors in adopting these teaching and assessment approaches. The postholder should also understand equal opportunity issues as they may impact on academic content and issues relating to students needs.

Module Lead for CPP Duties

• Lead, manage and oversee development and delivery of the CPP components of the curriculum throughout the MBBS, co-ordinating the lectures, workshops, practical demonstrations, formative and summative(OSCE)assessments.
• Lead, develop and evaluate the practical and simulated sessions as well as supporting educators and students in using digital technology in teaching revision & assessments.
• Oversee the delivery of work-based and university teaching and assessment of CPP and the alignment across both Phases of the MBBS programme.
• Collaborate with academics at SMU to develop co-teaching and co-learning opportunities, and Interprofessional Learning.
• Work with Phase Leads, other Module Leads and colleagues and Estates to ensure adequate teaching delivery and spaces are available for students throughout the MBBS programme.
• Oversee the recruitment and line management of supporting tutors and Lecturers where needed.
• Ensure CPP content aligns with GMC requirements and the contingent partner curriculum.
• Contribute to the development, delivery and proactive review of all aspects of CPP content of the MBBS Programme, including curriculum, summative and formative assessment and student support, and to contribute to the regular quality assurance visits undertaken by the GMC to the new programme.
• Responsible for the quality assurance, evaluation, research and innovation and scholarly activity related to CPP across both Phases.
• Work with the Phase, Module and Assessment Leads, and other colleagues on the design, development and implementation of relevant IT systems, in-course assessments, written examinations and Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs).
• Contribute questions, validation and work with the Single Best Answer (SBA) question group to develop a robust SBA question bank for MBBS students.
• Participate in the student admission process: open days, outreach, recruitment, and selection events (including participation as an assessor in MMIs (multiple mini-interviews) as required.

Teaching

• Identify, promote and deliver, innovative and inclusive practice in teaching and learning through programme design, teaching delivery, technological innovation and coaching
• Contribute to initiatives which identify new and best practice in teaching
• Conduct and disseminate the outcomes of research into teaching methods and the learning process, promoting outcomes through peer review bodies
• Develop and maintain an understanding of research in the subject, discipline and/or teaching and learning to inform professional activity
• Engage in the pastoral care provided to students within the subject area, and resolve issues or concerns which have been escalated
• Achieve a minimum D2 UKPSF (Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy, FHEA)or equivalent recognised teaching standard

Leadership

• Contribute to the management, academic leadership, mentoring and administration of the Faculty or Department to facilitate the delivery of high-quality teaching, research, and/or enterprise and engagement
• Provide collegiate leadership where required across the University and its community. This would reasonably include: participating in University/Faculty level committees, Health and Safety, Quality Assurance, Diversity and Inclusion and actively supporting the University's values and project manage initiatives
• Represent and contribute to the University's mission and ethos
• Support and develop key staff and line reports both pastorally and professionally

Typical Academic Duties:

• Contribute to collaborative links with other programmes/modules, and to the collegiate life of the School of Medicine and University.
• Teach as a member of the teaching team at an undergraduate (and postgraduate) level, across a range of modules or within a subject area and contribute to the delivery of cross departmental modules (where appropriate). Teach in a variety of settings from small group tutorials to large lectures.
• Develop internal and external networks. To form relationships for future collaborations, for example, secure student placements and build relationships for future activities.
• Identify learning needs of students and define appropriate learning objectives and ensure that these are met through content, methods of delivery and learning materials.
• Contribute/lead the planning and design of new modules and new delivery modes to support curriculum development across a range of modules/programmes.
• Supervise the work of students (including projects, clinical observation trips and where appropriate, placements) and provide advice and support on study skills and help with learning problems.
• Continually improve and enhance teaching design and delivery by reflecting on own teaching practice and obtaining and analysing feedback from students and peer observation.
• Select formative and summative assessment methods/approaches to monitor and measure students work against learning objectives.
• Mark and assess students work and monitor their progress by reference to the assessment criteria, providing timely and effective feedback in line with university quality standards.
• Undertake the pastoral and academic care of students through the academic and personal tutor role, referring students to professional services where appropriate.
• Collaborate on research projects with other academic staff in the Faculty and across the University
• Act as a module leader and co-ordinate with others (academic and professional service staff) to ensure student needs and the operational requirements of the module or programme are met.
• Act as a responsible team member, leading where agreed and develop productive working relationships with other members of staff.
• Represent and contribute to the University's mission and ethos.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Fully registered and of good standing with the General Medical Council
• Licence to practise in the UK and member of the GMC Specialist Register
• Certificate of Completion of Specialty Training (CCT)
• Professional accreditation as appropriate
• A recognised teaching qualification or professional recognition (FHEA) or willingness to attain this within 18 months of appointment
• Graduate with a PhD

Skills and Competencies

• You will be able to plan, develop and deliver programmes using a wide range of teaching, learning and assessment approaches.
• You will have the ability to motivate, coach and support students and have knowledge of individual learning styles and development needs.
• You will be able to work effectively as a member of a team, effect change where necessary and establish and maintain good relationships with colleagues and students.
• You will be able to facilitate discussions and offer support and guidance to colleagues and students.
• You will possess a high level of communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• You have a proven track record of skills required to work collaboratively between the University and the Health Care environment.

Experience

• To possess the experience, ability and knowledge to teach clinical skills within the MBBS programme
• Experience of teaching and curriculum development
• Experience of educational design, delivery, assessment and evaluation in medical/biomedical education
• Experience in the design and delivery of OSCE stations for high stakes summative assessment
• Experience in training and development of OSCE assessors, including calibration exercises
• Willingness and ability to undertake research and/or knowledge transfer activity.
• An understanding of the emerging trends in the HE sector in its political, national and international context, and the implications of these for the programme
• Experience in developing a simulated / expert patient bank