Job overview
Are you a motivated doctor with a strong interest in medical education, leadership, and shaping the future of the medical workforce?
This is an exciting Leadership and Education Fellowship at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust – a unique role that puts you at the forefront of innovation, education, and workforce development.
You will play a pivotal role in developing education and support structures for Locally Employed Doctors (LEDs) and Specialty and Associate Specialist (SAS) doctors, helping them on their journey to specialist registration and consultancy.
From designing simulation-based training to developing a digital learning platform, you’ll create practical resources that directly impact professional development and patient care.
This fellowship is an opportunity to gain experience in leadership, educational design, and strategic workforce development – skills that will accelerate your own career.
Main duties of the job
We’re seeking a motivated doctor with experience in medical education, including supervising, appraising, and teaching trainees, students, and healthcare professionals.
The ideal candidate will understand the unique experiences of LED and SAS doctors, be familiar with assessment methods that support learning and development, and work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams, valuing all contributions.
Key responsibilities include:
Resource Development: Create an online CESR/Portfolio Hub with specialty guidance, templates, checklists, and case studies
Education & Simulation: Design and deliver training in leadership, communication, teamwork, and ethics; provide formative assessments and feedback
Mentorship & Peer Support: Build a mentorship network linking LEDs/SAS doctors with consultants or successful CESR applicants and facilitate peer review and reflective practice groups
Workshops & Training: Organise sessions on reflective writing, portfolio building, CESR applications, and QI/Audit mapping
Workforce Planning: Identify CESR/portfolio pathway doctors and collaborate to create opportunities aligned with consultant-level competencies
Policy & Strategy: Draft Trust-level CESR support policy and advocate for its inclusion in job planning and CPD structures
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme, for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop. We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
This is a unique opportunity to shape and improve the professional development pathways for a key segment of the medical workforce, while gaining valuable experience in leadership, educational design, and strategic workforce development. This one-year fellowship is designed for a resident doctor (ST3+ or equivalent). The Fellow will:
1. Lead the design and delivery of educational resources, simulation training, and a digital learning hub to support Locally Employed and SAS doctors on the CESR/GMC Portfolio Pathway
2. Working closely with Medical Education and clinical leaders, the Fellow will help doctors identify, develop, and document the skills and evidence required by the GMC and Royal Colleges to achieve consultant-level recognition
3. Coordinate mentorship, run portfolio workshops, and contribute to strategic workforce development across the Trust
4. Have the opportunity to innovate new ways of learning and developing with the aim of improving the working lives and educational experience of LED and SAS Doctors
Person specification
Professional Registration
Essential criteria
5. GMC - Full Registration
Desirable criteria
6. Postgraduate medical education, leadership or management qualification (PGCert, Diploma, Masters)
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential criteria
7. Eligible to enter ST3+ training in chosen specialty
8. Full Royal College Membership
9. Breadth of experience in appraisal and medical education e.g. training and supervision of doctors, students and other healthcare professionals
10. Knowledge of assessment methods
11. Experience as a representative
12. Experience of teaching & training, including medical trainees, students of all healthcare disciplines and allied health professionals
13. Proven ability to contribute to effective multidisciplinary teams Positive attitude towards multiprofessional working
Desirable criteria
14. Experience in leadership or management within a formal role or as part of a team in related activity
15. Evidence of teaching abilities – positive feedback and/or teaching observation
16. Team or service-based quality improvement work as a project or part of a programme
Communication
Desirable criteria
17. Presentations at local, regional and national conferences
People Management and Development
Essential criteria
18. Evidence of understanding of management of change
Desirable criteria
19. Evidence of contribution to service development
Personal / Freedom to Act
Desirable criteria
20. Ability to take responsibility for own professional actions
Important information for applicants:
A Note on AI Use in Applications
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations—elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.
Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications