Education Academy Fellow in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Barts Health Nhs Trust; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare organization in the UK is seeking Obstetrics and Gynaecology trainees for a Teaching Fellow role focused on medical education and simulation training. The position, based at multiple locations, offers the opportunity to develop teaching methods and oversee training programs for medical trainees. Candidates must have NHS experience and MRCOG membership. The contract is for 12 months, with responsibilities split between teaching and service delivery.

Benefits

Funding for PG Cert in Education

Structured development program

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum five years accredited training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
• Experience as a senior registrar preferred.
• GMC and UK NHS experience are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop educational opportunities for Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
• Conduct simulation-based training and clinical skills teaching.
• Participate in interdisciplinary training programs.

Skills

Teaching and Training Skills

Simulation-based Training

Clinical Skills

Leadership

Education

Full MRCOG Membership

PG Cert in Education

Job description

The Education Academy within Barts Health is expanding to meet the increasing number of students and trainees, with a commitment to providing the best educational experience. We aim to improve education by building an Education Fellow faculty, comprising Specialty Teaching Fellows who contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate training, and support Inter-professional Innovations.

Barts Health Simulation Service has four dedicated Simulation and Essential Clinical Skills Centres at Newham University Hospital, Whipps Cross University Hospital, St Bartholomew's, and the Royal London. These centres are innovative, award-winning teaching areas equipped with simulation and clinical skills facilities.

The successful post holder will develop educational opportunities for Obstetrics and Gynaecology through various teaching modalities, including simulation-based training, clinical skills, lectures, teaching clinics, and bedside teaching. We seek Obstetrics and Gynaecology trainees with NHS experience (ST5 and above) interested in Medical Education and Simulation. One post is based at Whipps Cross, and the other at Newham Hospital, both part of Barts NHS Trust.

The role offers involvement in other teaching programs for undergraduate medical trainees, Foundation Trainees, and interdisciplinary simulation training. The post holder will work across sites with other education fellows and participate in our Education Forum, which provides a structured development program. All fellows are encouraged to undertake a PG Cert in Education, with funding available, and those with a PG Cert can pursue ILM3 (Leadership & Management Course).

The contract is for 12 months, fixed-term, starting October 2025, with a 40:60 split between teaching and service delivery. The role entails a 40-hour week, banded to a maximum of 1B. Candidates should have at least five years of accredited basic obstetrics and gynaecology training (ST5 or equivalent), with full MRCOG membership and experience as a senior registrar preferred.

This position is suitable for those seeking further training in a medical specialty and education, including Out of Programme Experience (OOPE) or a Post CCT/CESR doctor aiming to develop their CV for consultant applications. GMC and UK NHS clinical experience are essential.

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, striving to become an outstanding organization with a world-class clinical reputation. We are committed to safety, excellence, innovation, and providing compassionate care. We promote inclusion and a supportive working environment, valuing diversity and fostering a sense of belonging.

Our values are reflected in our WeCare initiative, emphasizing dignity, respect, and equity. We support staff through initiatives such as the Pregnancy Loss Pledge and actively promote active travel, including public transport and cycling schemes.

Applicants should review the full job description and person specification. The vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. We encourage prompt applications and support applications under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early and regret unable to notify unsuccessful applicants.

By applying, you agree to the transfer of your application data within our recruitment systems and to the NHS Electronic Staff Records system if employed. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, which may require a Disclosure and Barring Check.