Simulation Teaching Fellow – Medical Education

Role summary

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This fellowship suits a medically qualified professional with an interest in simulation-based education, teaching and the development of clinical skills. Requirements are likely to include relevant medical registration or healthcare experience, teaching or training experience, good communication skills, and the ability to design, facilitate and evaluate simulation sessions. The successful candidate will work with education and clinical teams, support learner assessment, maintain high professional standards, and contribute to service improvement and educational research. Candidates should be organised, collaborative, adaptable and confident working with multidisciplinary groups. Experience with simulation technology, debriefing techniques, curriculum development or quality improvement would be advantageous. The role may also require appropriate safeguarding, occupational-health clearance and compliance with NHS policies.

About the employer

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is a large public healthcare provider serving communities across Staffordshire, Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, and surrounding areas. The Trust delivers a broad range of services, including community healthcare, mental health care, learning-disability services, rehabilitation, primary-care support and specialist clinical programmes. As an NHS Foundation Trust, it combines public service responsibilities with a focus on improving patient outcomes, staff development and partnership working. Its education and training teams support students, trainees and qualified professionals through structured learning, clinical supervision and continuing professional development. The organisation promotes inclusive, compassionate care and works closely with universities, local authorities, primary-care providers and other NHS organisations. Employees typically benefit from NHS pension arrangements, annual leave, occupational-health support and access to professional development, subject to role and eligibility.

Working in United Kingdom

The United Kingdom offers opportunities across healthcare, technology, engineering, education, finance and skilled trades, with particularly strong demand for qualified NHS professionals. Its culture is diverse and generally values punctuality, privacy, fairness and work-life balance, while workplaces are often multicultural. Lifestyle ranges from busy cities such as London, Birmingham and Manchester to quieter rural and coastal communities. Public transport is extensive, although costs can be high, and housing is generally most expensive in southern England. International applicants usually need a visa, commonly the Skilled Worker visa, with an eligible job, sponsorship and proof of English; healthcare workers may qualify for the Health and Care Worker visa. Registration with the relevant UK professional regulator is essential for many clinical roles. Before relocating, check sponsorship, registration, accommodation, tax, healthcare and school arrangements. The UK has four nations—England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland—with distinct local cultures and some differing public services.