Education Academy Fellow - Neonates

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for dedicated Paediatrics and Neonatology trainees to join their innovative team. This exciting role offers the chance to enhance your teaching skills while delivering high-quality education to medical students and healthcare professionals. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and continuous improvement, you will have the opportunity to engage in various educational methods, including simulation-based training and lectures. This position is ideal for those passionate about advancing their careers in a supportive and dynamic environment, focusing on both clinical and educational excellence.

Qualifications

• Clinical background in Neonatology at registrar level.
• Experience in delivering education, ideally inter-professional.
• Basic knowledge of educational theory.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver a diverse teaching program for medical students.
• Facilitate small group teaching and bedside teaching.
• Collaborate across sites with other education fellows.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Clinical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Flexibility in Training Delivery

Education

MBBS

APLS

NLS

MRCPCH

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job overview

We are seeking Paediatrics and Neonatology trainees at ST3 level and above, or post-CCT specialist trainees in paediatrics or neonatology, starting from September 2025. Applicants requiring an OOPE are encouraged to apply now, as applications close at the end of February 2025.

This position will be based at The Royal London site and is suitable for neonatal specialists or paediatricians with a neonatal interest, working within the tertiary neonatal and/or neonatal transport services.

The hospital is part of Barts NHS Trust, with opportunities for collaborative projects.

The successful candidate will develop educational opportunities within Neonatology, utilizing various teaching methods including simulation-based training, clinical skills sessions, lectures, teaching clinics, and bedside teaching for undergraduate and postgraduate trainees. Those interested in digital learning platforms are also welcomed.

Main duties of the job

This role offers opportunities to enhance your teaching skills and medical education interests. You will participate in creating and delivering a diverse teaching program for undergraduate medical students, postgraduate paediatric doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals at RLH. The role involves facilitating small group teaching, bedside teaching, and delivering lectures to multidisciplinary groups.

You will have the chance to collaborate across sites with other education fellows and join our Education Forum, which offers a structured development program. All fellows are encouraged to pursue a PG Cert in Education, with funding support available. For those with an existing PG Cert, there is an opportunity to undertake ILM3 (Leadership & Management Course).

The post is governed by the Terms and Conditions of Service of Hospital Medical and Dental Staff (England and Wales).

Working for our organisation

Barts Health NHS hospitals aim to be a high-performing, innovative organization with a strong clinical reputation. Having recovered from special measures, we focus on continuous improvement for patient care.

Our vision is to provide safe, high-quality, harm-free care and to be an outstanding place to work, embodying our WeCare values and promoting inclusivity and diversity.

We support the Pregnancy Loss Pledge and are committed to supporting staff through miscarriage-related distress.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

This is a 12-month fixed-term contract. 40% of the time will focus on Education Delivery, and 60% on clinical work within tertiary neonates at RLH. The contract is for 40 hours per week, with minimal on-call, night, or weekend duties, as agreed prior to appointment. The banding is 1B on the MN37 pay scale. Refer to the detailed job description and person specification for specific responsibilities.

Person specification

Qualifications

• MBBS
• APLS
• NLS
• MRCPCH
• Basic knowledge of educational theory
• Computer literacy: Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Experience

• Clinical background in Neonatology at registrar level and prior Paediatrics experience
• Experience in delivering education, ideally inter-professional
• Experience in research, publications, or presentations
• NHS clinical experience

Knowledge

• Evidence of expert clinical skills and ability to operate beyond traditional boundaries

Skills

• Ability to teach clinical and non-technical skills
• Effective interaction with multi-professional teams and all levels of staff
• Enthusiasm and commitment to innovative education
• Adaptive teaching approach tailored to learners' needs
• Flexibility in training delivery
• Sensitivity and supportiveness in challenging training situations
• Confident teaching of clinical acute care topics
• Self-motivation and team motivation skills
• Initiative and problem-solving abilities
• Effective communication strategies with diverse audiences
• Autonomous functioning with minimal supervision
• Competence in handling non-routine, unpredictable situations

Other

• Compliance with legislation, policies, and safety procedures
• Commitment to quality and innovative education