Subject Lead for Paediatrics

NHS; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 61,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Subject Lead for Clinical Communication Skills to drive innovative learning at the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine. This pivotal role involves planning and delivering engaging educational events, fostering essential communication skills among future medical professionals. You'll collaborate with academic and clinical experts to design a curriculum that meets the needs of students and prepares them for vital assessments. With a commitment to inclusivity and staff wellbeing, this part-time position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a significant educational initiative while advancing your career at a prestigious institution.

Benefits

39 days off annually (pro-rata)

Generous pension schemes

Diverse and inclusive work culture

Qualifications

• A primary medical qualification and full GMC registration are required.
• Clinically active as a Consultant, General Practitioner, or SAS doctor.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver learning opportunities for communication skills.
• Collaborate with curriculum leads to create integrated learning experiences.

Skills

Communication Skills

Empathy

Teaching Skills

Education

Primary Medical Qualification (MBBS or equivalent)

Membership of the relevant Royal College

Job description

Job summary

Imperial College London and the University of Cumbria have entered into a partnership to form the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine (PCSM), based at the University of Cumbria at the Carlisle Fusehill street campus. As Subject Lead for Clinical Communication Skills, you will be responsible for the planning, development, and delivery of innovative and engaging learning events, along with associated teaching, learning, and assessment materials.

Main duties of the job

You will develop, coordinate, and deliver learning opportunities to support students in developing the fundamental skills required to communicate professionally, effectively, and empathically with patients, their relatives, carers, and colleagues using various modes of communication, including spoken, written, and digital. Working closely with the Head of Curriculum Development and the subject leads for Professionalism, Medical Ethics and Law, and Clinical Skills and Simulation, you will create integrated learning experiences to help students understand their professional roles and responsibilities as both students and future doctors. You will also support their development of communication skills necessary for the Medical Licensing Assessment and clinical practice challenges. Collaborating with the Head of Assessments, you will develop and deliver formative and summative assessment materials aligned with learning outcomes, enabling students to monitor their progress and prepare for assessments like the Clinical and Professional Skills assessment. The curriculum is being designed collaboratively with academic and clinical colleagues to address the school's vision and the unique challenges of delivery across Cumbria.

About us

You will develop, coordinate, and deliver learning opportunities to support students in developing the fundamental skills required to communicate professionally, effectively, and empathically with patients, their relatives, carers, and colleagues using various modes of communication, including spoken, written, and digital.

Details

Date posted: 06 May 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £60,497 to £60,497 a year

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 12 months

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: MED05218

Job locations: University of Cumbria Fusehill Street, Carlisle, CA1 2HH

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the role: Imperial College London and the University of Cumbria have formed a partnership to establish the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine (PCSM) at the University of Cumbria, Carlisle. As Subject Lead for Clinical Communication Skills, you will be responsible for planning, developing, and delivering innovative learning events and assessment materials to support communication skills teaching within the Clinical Skills and Professional Practice (CSPP) modules.

What you would be doing: You will develop, coordinate, and deliver learning opportunities to help students develop essential communication skills—professional, effective, and empathetic—using spoken, written, and digital modes. Collaborating with the Head of Curriculum Development and subject leads for professionalism, ethics, law, and clinical skills, you will create integrated learning experiences to help students understand their roles and responsibilities and prepare for assessments like the Medical Licensing Assessment. Working with the Head of Assessments, you will develop formative and summative assessments aligned with learning outcomes, enabling students to monitor their progress and prepare effectively for assessments such as the Clinical and Professional Skills assessment. The curriculum is being collaboratively designed to meet the school's vision and address delivery challenges across Cumbria.

What we are looking for

• A primary medical qualification (MBBS or equivalent), full GMC registration, and Membership of the relevant Royal College.
• Clinically active, working as a Consultant, General Practitioner, or SAS doctor.

What we can offer you

• A significant opportunity to contribute to a major strategic project for both Imperial and the University of Cumbria.
• The chance to advance your career at a world-leading institution.
• Sector-leading salary and benefits (including 39 days off annually (pro-rata) and generous pension schemes).
• A diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with staff networks and resources supporting your wellbeing.

Further information

The role is part-time (0.2 FTE), open-ended, based at Fusehill Street Campus, Carlisle. For more about the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine, visit https://cumbriamed.ac.uk. For further details, contact Professor Mary Morrell at [e-mail].