Problem Based Learning Facilitator (Multiple positions, Part-Time, FTC) (MED243225)

University of Nottingham; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK-based educational institution seeks part-time Problem Based Learning (PBL) facilitators to guide medical students. Responsibilities include facilitating small group sessions, providing feedback, and supporting student development. Suitable candidates will have a relevant degree and experience in education or healthcare. This fixed-term contract lasts until February 2027 with flexible working hours.

Benefits

Friendly working environment

Onsite parking facilities

Career progression opportunities

Access to health and fitness facilities

Staff discounts and travel schemes

Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant healthcare profession.
• Experience as a healthcare professional or related educator.
• Ability to engage and inspire students.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate PBL groups every Tuesday and Friday.
• Provide mentorship and feedback to medical students.
• Support students' professional development.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Experience in medical education

Education

Degree in a relevant healthcare profession or related discipline

Job description

Organisation/Company University of Nottingham Research Field Medical sciences » Other Political sciences » Other Psychological sciences » Psychology Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Country United Kingdom Application Deadline 6 Nov 2025 - 23:59 (UTC) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Part-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Applications are invited for two Problem Based Learning (PBL) facilitator posts based at University of Nottingham Medical School. The PBL facilitators are responsible for leading and mentoring PBL groups, providing student guidance and pastoral support. The Graduate Entry Medicine programme is currently delivered at University of Nottingham Medical School Derby (UN MSD), Royal Derby Hospital, but all campus‑based activities may move to Nottingham in 2026.

About the role

As a PBL facilitator you will be part of the wider graduate entry teaching team, playing a key role in supporting medical students to achieve their full potential. You will work with our students in small group settings, helping them to work as a team, identify learning needs and supporting their professional development. You will provide pastoral support to our students and provide evaluations and feedback. You will use your experience to develop teaching resources and implement best practice. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well‑established team that supports the School of Medicine teaching and learning strategy, helping to shape our future doctors.

You will facilitate PBL groups every Tuesday and Friday during GEM term time (three sessions per week for each cohort of students) and contribute to activities that support the course and student experience. PBL facilitation will normally be delivered in‑person. There are two positions available for this post. These are fixed‑term contract posts available from until 28/02/2027.

About you

You will have a degree or equivalent experience in a relevant healthcare profession or in a health, life sciences or related discipline. You will have experience as a healthcare professional, life science or related educator and will be able to demonstrate your ability to engage and inspire students to learn. You must have excellent communication and organisational skills in fostering student learning, a commitment to medical education and developing future doctors and a willingness to adopt the vision and values of the School of Medicine. You may have experience working with small groups in education or training and inter‑professional education experience, but these are not essential.

What we offer

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
• Onsite parking facilities
• Our reward scheme grants bonuses of numerous values for excellent work
• We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
• You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website

What next

Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details. This fractional contract is for a total contract length of 43 weeks per year, which includes holiday and 36 designated working weeks (i.e. the number of weeks you are required to work). Normally, you will be expected to take all your leave within the non‑working weeks of your fractional contract. This is offered on a fixed‑term contract until 28 February 2027. Hours of work are part‑time, from August to February (20 weeks), 14.5 hours per week working Tuesdays and Fridays. From February to June (16 weeks), 7.25 hours per week Tuesdays and Fridays. (an average of 11.27 hours per week).

Please contact Louise Hickey, [e-mail] if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.