Teaching Fellow in Undergraduate Medical Education; TCMS

Teaching Fellow in Undergraduate Medical Education (TCMS)

The closing date is 24 June 2026

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated doctor to develop skills in medical education alongside clinical practice. The Clinical Teaching Fellow will play a key role in delivering and developing teaching for postgraduate-entry medical students undertaking a PBL-based curriculum.

12 month post offers a unique 80/20 split, with the majority of time dedicated to education. The successful candidate will supervise small-group teaching, facilitate PBL sessions, contribute to curriculum development, and support student assessment and pastoral care.

In addition, the Fellow will maintain clinical skills through 20% protected clinical time in a specialty aligned with their interests, supporting career development.

This role stands out due to:

• Strong emphasis on educational development and innovation
• Close involvement with a modern PBL curriculum
• Opportunities for formal teaching qualifications and portfolio development
• Supportive multidisciplinary teaching environment within a large, forward-thinking NHS Trust

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

With a team of over 9,000 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 or both of our innovative hospitals.

As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, 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.

Clinical Responsibilities/Key Responsibilities

This post is offered with a 80/20 split of educational responsibilities (80%) and supernumerary clinical role of the successful candidate's choice (20%), subject to discussion with the relevant clinical department.

• Undertake clinical duties equivalent to 20% of working time within a chosen specialty
• Maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge and skills
• Contribute to patient care in line with Trust policies and GMC standards
• Participate in clinical governance and audit activities where appropriate
• To deliver high quality teaching to TCMS postgraduate-entry medical students in line with the TCMS curriculum requirements

Professional Development, Education and Training

Education:

This post is not recognised by the Royal Colleges for General Professional Training nor by the Royal College of General Practitioners for Vocational Training. Applicants must ensure they are aware of the implications to their career plans when they are applying for this post.

• Deliver high-quality teaching to TCMS postgraduate-entry medical students
• Facilitate Problem-Based Learning (PBL) sessions
• Develop and deliver tutorials, clinical skills teaching, and simulation sessions
• Support student learning through feedback, mentoring, and pastoral care
• Contribute to curriculum design, review, and innovation
• Participate in student assessment processes (formative and summative)
• Engage in faculty development and educational training opportunities
• Maintain a teaching portfolio

Successful candidates are encouraged to join University appointed Three Counties Clinical Teaching Fellows based in Worcester for CPD and training in PBL techniques. Opportunities to become further involved in TCMS teaching and facilitation will be supported. Support will be available if the post-holder wishes to apply for applicable teaching qualifications.

Management and Leadership

• Support the TCMS Educational Site Director in delivering the undergraduate programme
• Contribute to quality…