Clinical Teaching Fellow - Medical Education

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a dedicated doctor passionate about medical education. This full-time Clinical Teaching Fellow role involves teaching medical students at Cardiff and Swansea Universities, contributing to Foundation Training, and engaging in innovative educational programmes. With a supportive environment and the chance to pursue further qualifications, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the field of medical education. Join a forward-thinking health board committed to improving health outcomes and delivering excellent care.

Qualifications

• Special interest in Medical Education is essential.
• Demonstrable communication and presentation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate medical students in Cardiff and Swansea.
• Involvement in Foundation Training and simulation programmes.

Skills

Medical Education

Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

Education

MBBS or Equivalent

Completion of Foundation Training

Job description

Applications are invited for a Clinical Teaching Fellow (CTF) in Medical Education with an anticipated start date of 6th August 2025. The post is fixed term for 12 months.

This post offers an exciting opportunity for a forward thinking doctor with a strong interest in medical education. Support may also be available to pursue a postgraduate medical education based qualification

The post is full time, 10 sessions per week, there is no fixed clinical component but will be opportunity to spend time (1 day each week) in a specialty of choice. Any out of hours work undertaken will be paid at a suppliment as agreed by the Clinical Board

Postholders will be required to work at both University Hospital of Wales (UHW) and University Hospital Llandough (UHL)

Main duties of the job

Teaching is the major component of the role and the successful postholder will work with the Department of Medical Education, Specialty Lead and undergraduate tutors to deliver evidence based undergraduate education to Cardiff and Swansea University medical students. Teaching opportunities will also include Foundation Training and simulation programme and involvement in careers sessions with local schools and colleges.

The successful applicant will have an honorary contract with Cardiff University with the title Honorary Lecturer.

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together, and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.

Job description
Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents

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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• MBBS or Equivalent
• Completion of Foundation Training

Desirable

• Academic Evidence

Previous Experience
Essential

• Demonstrable experience of undergraduate medical student teaching
• Up to date with current medical practice

Desirable

• Understanding of C21 curriculum
• experience of simulation based teaching

Skills and Knowledge
Essential

• Special interest in Medical Education
• Demonstrable communication and presentation skills

Desirable

• Understanding of C21 curriculum

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001-MP070.25