Clinical Teaching Fellow

n exciting opportunity has arisen at Yeovil District Hospital for a Clinical Teaching Fellow in Obstetrics & Gynaecology on a full time, permanent contract. This unique post offers the chance to contribute to an established and highly regarded teaching programme delivered in partnership with the University of Bristol Medical School while working within a supportive and experienced O&G team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the education and supervision of undergraduate medical students, helping to deliver a high-quality learning experience for approximately 70 students placed within the hospital each year. Alongside teaching responsibilities, you will gain valuable clinical experience within a busy and diverse Obstetrics and Gynaecology department. You will join a well-established team of consultants and specialist clinicians with interests including, You will be responsible for delivering a variety of engaging and innovative teaching sessions, including: Case-based learning facilitation Clinical skills teaching Bedside teaching Clinical reasoning sessions Simulation-based training Student induction sessions Small-group tutorials History-taking and examination skills teaching Inter-Academy Hub teaching sessions You will also contribute to the assessment and development of medical students through: OSCE examinations Workplace-based assessments, including Mini-CEX and Case-Based Discussions Provision of timely, constructive feedback Identification of student learning needs and development of appropriate learning objectives The post holder will act as a professional role model and mentor, supporting students academically and personally. This includes helping identify students who may require additional support and signposting them to appropriate pastoral and educational resources. Clinical Responsibilities To support ongoing clinical development, the post includes participation in Obstetrics & Gynaecology services and the resident on-call rota. Clinical duties will include: Participation in the Obstetrics and Gynaecology on-call rota (1 in 8 frequency) Assessment and management of acute obstetric and gynaecology patients Theatre sessions, The post is structured as 80% undergraduate medical education and 20% clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology, allowing the successful candidate to play a significant role in teaching whilst continuing their clinical development. You will become an integral member of the Undergraduate Medical Education Team, delivering high-quality teaching to approximately 70 medical students from the University of Bristol Medical School who are placed within the acute hospital. Teaching activities will include: Case-based learning Bedside teaching Clinical skills teaching Simulation-based education Preparation of students for clinical practice and assessments You will primarily teach Year 4 students undertaking placements within the Reproductive Health and Child Health Programme. Student Assessment and Support As part of the role, you will: Formatively assess student performance and progression Provide constructive feedback to support learning and development Participate in Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs) Undertake workplace-based assessments, including: Mini-CEX Case-Based Discussions (CBDs) Clinical Skills Assessments Educational and clinical supervision will be provided throughout the post. Clinical Commitments Alongside your teaching responsibilities, you will maintain active clinical involvement within the Obstetrics & Gynaecology department. The teaching role is combined with participation in the departmental on-call rota at a frequency of 1 in 8, providing ongoing exposure to both elective and acute Obstetrics & Gynaecology practice. Training and Development We are committed to supporting your professional and educational development. The successful candidate will benefit from

Applicants should possess: Full GMC registration Registrar-level (2nd on-call) experience in General Obstetrics & Gynaecology Competence in General Obstetrics & Gynaecology at ST3 level or above Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills The ability to identify and manage acutely unwell patients Excellent communication, organisational and teamworking skills An enthusiasm for teaching, mentoring and supporting the next generation of doctors Why Join Us? This is an ideal post for candidates considering a future career involving both clinical practice and medical education. You will gain extensive teaching experience within an established undergraduate programme while continuing to develop your clinical expertise in a supportive and forward-thinking Obstetrics & Gynaecology department., Full GMC registration MBBS or equivalent MRCOG part 1, Assessment of sick patients and ability to manage common conditions in obstetrics and gynaecology at an ST3+ level Ability to work at ST3+ level in obstetrics and gynaecology Resuscitation experience, Competent to work with direct supervision where appropriate Work with indirect supervision overnight managing the labour ward and emergency admissions Clear, logical thinking showing an analytical/scientific approach Ability to prioritise clinical need Ability to organise oneself and own work Evidence of participation in audit Willingness to take a lead in developing/managing a clinical area Evidence of participation in audit Evidence of participation in Audit and Improvement projects locally Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligibility in written and spoken English Ability to build rapport, listen, negotiate Ability to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions, exert appropriate authority Ability to see patients as people, empathise, work co-operatively with others, open and non-defensive, sense of humour, Experience of clinical risk management Understanding of NHS, clinical governance & resource constraints; mgmt/financial awareness exp of committee work Active involvement in audit Awareness of the importance and relevance of audit Information technology skills Undergraduate or postgraduate prizes Research experience, presentations, publications, prizes and honours Experience in development and implementation of guidelines

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer, Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London. The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work., £67998.00 to £77348.00 Yearly