Post-Graduate Medical Education Simulation Fellow

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Gloucester welcomes applicants for a Post-Graduate Medical Education Simulation Fellow. This fixed-term, full-time position (40 hours per week) is based at Gloucester Royal Hospital with a 12-month duration.

You will support Education and Simulation training across specialties, contribute to curriculum delivery, governance, and the development of simulation-based learning with hospital staff and Three Counties Medical School students.

Qualifications

• Support Simulation-based education across residents and staff.
• Assist in developing and delivering the PGME curriculum and governance.
• Collaborate with simulation tutors and medical colleagues to enhance learning.

Responsibilities

• Represent the simulation network within GHNHSFT and its regional bodies.
• Plan, deliver and evaluate simulation sessions for residents, staff and TCMS learners.
• Support research, reports and educational bids related to simulation training.

Job description

Current jobs at Gloucestershire Hospitals

Post-Graduate Medical Education Simulation Fellow

NHS Medical & Dental: Local Appointment nodal point 3a (MT03)

Main area Post-Graduate Medical Education Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Local Appointment nodal point 3a (MT03) Contract 12 months (This is a fixed term contract for up to 12 months) Hours Full time - 40 hours per week Job ref 318-26-COR92

Site Gloucester Royal Hospital Town Gloucester Salary £55,355 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 22/09/2026 23:59

At Gloucestershire Hospitals, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the county’s largest employer, we are proud to provide high-quality acute, elective, and specialist services to more than 650,000 people across our county. Our care is delivered across Gloucestershire Royal, Cheltenham General and Stroud Maternity Hospital.

With over 9,000 employees representing more than 95 nationalities, bringing together a mix of cultures and experiences to the care that we deliver. Whether you’re beginning your NHS journey or looking to take the next step in your career, this is an exciting time to join us. We’re investing heavily in innovation, research, and transformation, with more than 100 active clinical studies and major developments underway across our hospitals.

We take pride in working as one team, driven by a shared ambition to grow, develop, and continually improve. Every contribution is valued and by combining our collective strengths, we support not only our diverse communities but one another. You can expect a warm, supportive culture and colleagues who are passionate about teamwork, professional development and delivering exceptional care. We offer structured development programmes, mentoring and leadership opportunities to help you progress in your career.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from a comprehensive package that includes flexible working opportunities, generous annual leave, the NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, local discounts, access to on-site nurseries, reduced public transport costs, reward and recognition schemes and a wide range of health and wellbeing initiatives.

Be part of Gloucestershire Hospitals, explore your future with us today.

Job overview

This is anexcitingand uniqueopportunityforacolleaguewithaninterestin Medical Education to developasa ClinicalEducator.Thispostoffersthe opportunitytobeinvolved inthe excitingfield of Simulation, working with all Medical Colleagues in all Specialties, Physician Associates, and our Medical Students from the Three Counties Medical School (TCMS.)

The Simulation Fellow, working in collaboration and under the leadership and guidance of the Simulation Tutors/DME and in collaboration with other Simulation Enthusiasts, will support all Resident Doctors/Staff and Associate Specialists/Locally Employed Doctors/Physician Associates and TCMS Medical Students with the delivery of Simulation-basededucation,alongwith supportingNHSEngland(NHSE)curriculum,Regionaland Local Teaching held at GHNHSFT.

OurPGMEStrategyistoembedMedicalSimulationTrainingthroughbothin-situandcentre-based Simulation Learning, thus contributing to and improving Patient Care.

Main duties of the job

This role is to support the Education and Simulation training for all Resident Doctors / Staff and Associate Specialists / Locally Employed Doctors / Physicians Associates / Three Counties Medical School. The postholder willbeactivelyengagedinSimulationCoursePlanning, Delivery,EducationalManagement,andEducationalGovernance,supportingthe SimulationTutorsandall thoseMedical ColleaguesdeliveringSimulation.

ThePost-HolderisnotexpectedtobeanexpertinSimulationactivities–nopriorformal knowledgeofeducationaltheoryorpracticeisrequired,enthusiasmforteachingis though a prerequisite.

• Tohelpprepareapplicationsforeducationalgrantstoenhancesimulationcapabilitiesin thetrust,underthesupervisionofsimulationtutors,specialtyconsultantsandthePGME team
• Followingatrainingperiod,thePGMESimulationFellowwillbeofferedtheopportunity togainaneducational qualificationtothelevel ofCertificateorabove.

Working for our organisation

with a team of over 9000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one of our innovative hospitals. As well as generous annual leave allowance, access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• RepresentGHNHSFTatInternalandExternalEducationalandAcademicmeetings, supporting Simulation Based Education for our Medical/Physician Associates/TCMS Medical Students.
• BecomeintegralwithintheSimulationNetworksofGloucestershireandtheSouth- West.
• ToNetworkNationally,withintheSouth-WestandLocally,toreviewandcontinuallybe awareofdevelopingSimulationBasedLearning developments/initiatives.
• ToResearch,observe,andinteractwithallMedicalSimulationTeaching,toidentify supportthatmayberequired,bothwithinandoutsideofMedical Curriculums.
• Demonstrate Compassionate, Effective Leadership, supporting Simulation Practice and Education at GHNHSFT.
• Personalhighstandardsofprofessionalismatalltimes,beingseenasarole-modelfor PGME and GHNHSFT
• Effectively and sympathetically support the Simulation Faculty with Simulation Based Education being delivered within GHNHSFT.
• Towork inpartnershipwiththeFoundationProgrammeDirectorswiththedeliveryof Curriculum, Foundation Simulation Based Learning Education.
• EngagewiththePost-GraduateDoctorsForumtosupportSimulationBasedEducation within the Education Centres, but also in-situ.
• TocontributetoallSimulationReports,Papers,Posters,Funding/EducationalBids,as requested by the Director of Medical Education/Medical Director/NHSE/Universities/other Academic Establishments.
• Monitor and evaluate Simulation standards, through teaching session observation, student/learner discussion, formal evaluation.
• WorkcollaborativelywiththePGMETeamtoensureSimulationBasedLearning is included/available, and meeting all Medical Curriculums.
• Support Medical Consultants and individuals to identify training, competencies and curriculum requirements that Simulation Based Learning and Technology Enhance Learning can compliment and help support delivery.
• EffectivelyengagestaffacrosstheTrust todevelopanddeliverstrategyobjectivesby working with all Medical Colleagues to assist in effective implementation of new ideas/changes which deliver results.
• ProvidesadviseregardingSimulationTraining liaisingwiththeMedicalSimulationTutors where and when required.
• Consistentlydemonstratesaprofessional,approachableandhelpful manner.
• InterpretsGMC/NETS/NHSE/CQCcomplexdataand statisticsgained through quality assurance processes.
• EngagesallTrustteamsinthepromotionandmarketingofSimulationbasedand Technology Enhanced Education.
• Maintainsa PersonalDevelopmentPortfolio,enhanced bykeepingup-to-date withthe latest Simulation technologies.
• Collaborate with TCMS to ensure Medical Student Placements include Simulation Based Education and Technology Enhance Learning.
• Hasawillingnesstodevelopknowledgeandexperiencewithbothexistingandnew simulationequipment,includingthroughengagementwithindustrycolleagues,to becomealocalexpertsothatmaximaleducationalpotentialcanbederivedfrom simulation equipment in the trust.
• In collaboration with Trust Simulation enthusiasts, Resuscitation Department and Clinical Leads, collate a Simulation Equipment Library.
• DeviseaLoanSchemeofequipmentthatmeetstheexpectationsofallSimulation Enthusiasts and planned teaching sessions.
• Managethemaintenanceandrepairofall SimulationEquipmentinthe Simulation Training Room, working with External Stakeholders to negotiate repair/replacements.
• WorkwiththeTrustProcurementDepartmenttoreviewallContractsforSimulation Equipment.
• BeconstitutionallyawareoftheCapitalGuidelinesforthepurchaseofnewSimulation Equipment,supportingbidsforenhancedTrustSimulationequipment

Person specification

Essential and Desirable

• Registration with a professional body (e.g. GMC, NMC, HCPC)
• Experience of working in/for an NHS Provider
• Communicate effectively and professionally with all colleagues in a manner that is consistent with relevant legislation and Local and National Policies and Procedures
• Works collaboratively with the Simulation Tutors, faculty and the wider MDT supporting the PGME Simulation Strategy and new Simulation Technologies
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple competing tasks effectively
• Enthusiastic, creative and flexible in approach to challenges
• Resilient under pressure, with the ability to remain calm and professional in high pressure situations
• Team focused – demonstrating a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, fostering a positive team environment
• Reliable, Adaptable and Dependable, with a proactive and flexible attitude to work
• High attention to detail with a strong focus on quality and encouraging a high standard of education in the trust
• Enthusiastic, creative and flexible in approach to challenges
• Evidence of formal simulation training (e.g. Simulation Train the Trainers course or equivalent)
• Relevant postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience in healthcare education (e.g. PGCert in Medical Education, ALS instructor status)
• Certification in BLS/ALS or equivalent clinical skills training
• Experience of working in Primary and/or Secondary Care
• Experience of organising, planning or facilitating training sessions for healthcare professionals
• Experience of completing applications for funding requests or bids
• Understanding of simulation technologies and their application in medical training
• Awareness of the simulation-based education requirements across different specialty curriculums for resident doctors
• Awareness of relevant legislation, local and national policies and procedures affecting simulation-based education
• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain simulation equipment, with an aptitude for learning technical skills related to simulation technology

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. You will only be contacted by the Recruitment Team via email if you are shortlisted for this post. Please ensure therefore that you check your e-mail account regularly. If you require sponsorshipfor a visa to work in the UK, to avoid disappointment, please check to ensure you are eligible under theUKVI points based system

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.