Small Group Facilitator (Clinical and Non-Clinical)

Based in the Faculty of Health, the Peninsula Medical School aims to attract highly motivated and talented students to become the next generation of future-ready doctors, physician associates and radiographers, who are well prepared for a 21st Century career. The School’s innovative approach to education is underpinned by research and staff who are committed to scholarship that includes undertaking curriculum development and design activities.

The School takes pride in supporting the needs of the local region and recognises that providing excellent educational and personal development experiences, as well as world class research, requires true partnerships with key stakeholders from across the region and beyond. Our research – underpinned by significant grant capture – is translational, generates impact and serves our Peninsula population as well as having global impact.

A key strength is a close relationship with NHS partners, with early clinical contact for all students. The South West offers healthcare and learning opportunities of exceptional quality; University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust at Derriford is one of Europe’s largest hospitals and the only trauma centre in Devon and Cornwall.

Clinical research pathways within the School provide a research culture and environment that values talent and supports endeavour and innovation.

The BMBS with Foundation Programme has been created to allow talented students from disadvantaged backgrounds to realise their full potential. We are committed to breaking down barriers to entry and promoting excellence for our students. We would love to work with someone who shares our passion and would like to learn and develop with us.

We would like to work with a small group facilitator who can help guide a wide range of student discussions on various topics around themes including medical sociology, self-directed learning, academic research and personal reflection. If this sounds like something you would like to be involved in – please get in touch! We would look for you to start as soon as possible.

You will work with students in small groups (up to 10 students) and facilitate discussions. You will also signpost to university support, take part in routine staff training and help with marking and assessment. Routine administration such as e-mails and checking of attendance will be required.

For this role, you will need to be on site once or twice per fortnight during university term time. We can accommodate very small amounts of remote faciliatation if discussed and agreed in advance.

What we’re looking for:

• Qualifications/Education: A primary medical degee, a bachelors degree in a healthcare related discipline or a Masters/PhD in a social science discipline is is essential.
• Experience: Experience in small group facilitation, clinical practice and student marking/assessment are desirable.
• Skills: Basic I.T. literacy and and willingness to undertake routine training is essential. An interest in Widening Particiaption (WP) is desirable.

Our team is small but committed to making a difference, and we take a holistic approach to our students’ education and development.

For an informal discussion please contact Jonah Fox (jonah.fox@plymouth.ac.uk) or 01752 586832.

Interviews are likely to take place on the afternoons of 12^th or 18^th September 2024.

You must currently be registered with the following registration board: General Medical Council (GMC) for the Clinical SGF.

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