Education Academy Fellow; eqv to ST+ in Anaesthetics; Simulation

Position: Education Academy Fellow (eqv to ST3+) in Anaesthetics (Simulation)
Location: Greater London

Post from 5 August 2026 to 3 August 2027

This 12 month post is a senior fellowship for anaesthetists with at least three years anaesthetic training. The fellowship is split 40% Simulation and education, 60% anaesthesia. The post includes a fully funded PG Cert in Medical Education at QMUL over the 12 month post.

The education and simulation component is based in the Simulation Centre at the Royal London site. The centre provides innovative courses and training for all hospital staff groups. The team also supports in situ simulation within the hospital. The fellow would join the faculty and be involved in the delivery and development of this activity.

For further details and an informal discussion, please contact:

Dr John McKenna, Consultant Anaesthetist, Medical Lead for Simulation.

Rachel Gill, Associate Director Simulation.

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

Main duties of the job

• To develop their skills in a wide range of educational methods including PBL, simulation and clinical skills
• Teaching on simulation and clinical skills programme, especially with multidisciplinary in situ training
• To develop, implement and deliver innovative simulation training & courses
• Be able to develop own teaching materials and gain experience in obtaining funding for training and equipment
• Be provided with an opportunity to gain an educational qualification to the level of certificate or above
• To liaise with The Medical School, Foundation School, Core Training programmes and relevant Specialty Schools, and other key stakeholders to optimise co-operation and the use of existing resources
• To participate in educational research (e.g. simulation training & transferable skills), management and educational governance
• Participation in Education Committee meetings

About us

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.

The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time.

It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

Job description Job responsibilities

• To assist with the audit of feedback from courses
• To devise and implement research activity under supervision
• To attend and present research and audit at local, national and international meetings as appropriate
• Develops research and writing skills in order to produce peer-reviewed publications
• Undertakes presentations at national and international meetings

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• MBBS
• Primary FRCA
• Registration and licencing held within the GMC
• Basic Level training certificate in Anaesthesia

Desirable

• FRCA or equivalent
• Higher education qualification

Experience Essential

• Anaesthetist in year CT3/ST3+ or equivalent
• Previous experience of teaching UK medical students.
• Minimum of three years in recognised specialist anaesthetic training posts or equivalent
• Evidence of achievement of ST3 competences in anaesthetics at time of application

Desirable

• Previous experience in delivering education, ideally in an inter-professional setting.
• NHS clinical experience
• Demonstrated experience with simulation-based education events
• Demonstrated experience in research-based activities and data collection

Knowledge Essential

• Basic knowledge of educational theory
• Computer literacy: word, excel, power point

Skills Essential

• Excellent communication & negotiation skills
• Good spoken & written English
• Good organisational & time management skills
• Ability to use initiative & judgement
• Demonstrates leadership qualities
• Demonstrates self-motivation & ability to motivate others
• Demonstrates attention to detail
• Ability to problem solve

Other Essential

• Ability to interact well with all members of multi-professional team with diplomacy, persuasion & tact
• Ability to manage & develop a multi-professional team
• Evidence of expert clinical skills & ability to work outside traditional…