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Education Fellow- Paediatrics & Neonatal
One post at Whipps Cross Hospital
We are looking for Paediatrics and Neonatology trainees ST3 and above/equivalent or post CCT specialist trainee in paediatrics or neonatology, starting onwards from September 2026.
GMC registration and NHS clinical experience is essential for this role.
The post will be based at the Whipps Cross Hospital and which is part of Barts Health NHS Trust and they will be encouraged to work on collaborative projects.
The successful post holder for this post will be involved primarily with developing educational opportunities within Paediatrics and Neonatology through a wide range of teaching modalities including simulation- based training, clinical skills, lectures, teaching clinics, a bedside teaching to both undergraduate and post graduate medical trainees. Trainees with an interest in developing/establishing digital learning/platform for teaching are welcomed.
Main duties of the job
This exciting and varied role will provide you with multiple opportunities to further develop your teaching skills and your special interests within medical education. You will be actively involved in setting up and delivering as a part of a motivated team a varied teaching program for undergraduate medical trainees and postgraduate paediatric doctors, nurses and allied health professionals across general paediatrics and neonatology at both sites. The post will allow you to develop your teaching skills and be able to facilitate small group teaching, teach at the bedside and deliver lectures to multidisciplinary groups.
The post holder will have the opportunity to work across sites with other education fellows. All fellows joining our team will be invited to join our Education Forum where fellows have access to a structured development programme. All our fellows are encouraged to undertake a PG Cert in Education. For those who already have this there will be an opportunity to undertake ILM3 (Leadership & Management Course). Funding will be available towards supporting this.
The post is covered by the Terms and Conditions of Service of Hospital Medical and Dental Staff (England and Wales), as amended from time to time
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Person specification
Other
Essential
- Acts in a way that is consistent with legislation, policies and procedures; abides by the Trust Health and Safety Policies
- Demonstrate commitment & enthusiasm to the provision of quality & innovative education
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to teach a wide range of both clinical & non-technical skills
- Ability to interact well with all members of a multi-professional team & at all grades of seniority
- Demonstrate commitment & enthusiasm to the provision of quality & innovative education
- Ability to adapt teaching approach to suit the grade, seniority, profession & individual learning needs of trainees
- Work flexibly to ensure training is delivered appropriately
- Demonstrate sensitivity & support in difficult training situation
- Ability to discuss & teach knowledgeably & confidently on all aspects of clinical acute care
- Demonstrates both self-motivation & ability to motivate others
- Ability to take initiative & problem solve
- Can skilfully adapt and utilise a number of communication strategies with a diverse range of people
Desirable
- Effective in nonroutine, unpredictable situations
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of expert clinical skills & ability to work outside traditional boundaries
Experience
Essential
- Clinical background of either NICU or paediatrics
- Previous experience in delivering education, ideally in an inter-professional setting
- Experience of involvement in research/written papers/public presentation
- NHS Clinical Experience
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS
- APLS
- NLS
- MRCPCH
- Basic knowledge of educational theory
- Computer literacy: word, excel, power point
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This advert is for Education Fellow (eqv to ST3+) in Paediatrics & Neonatal with Barts Health NHS Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Senior Medical doctor Paediatrics role. The advertised salary is £51,931 - £69,976 Per annum pro rata. The contract type is 12 months (Fixed term). The application deadline is 27 Jul 2026.
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