We are inviting applications for a 11 month South West Endoscopy Training Academy (SWETA) Leadership Fellowship in Gastroenterology at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
This unique post is designed for post-CCT or senior Gastroenterology trainees who wish to develop advanced clinical expertise alongside meaningful regional leadership experience. The fellowship combines specialty clinical training (5 sessions per week) with protected time (3 sessions per week) to contribute to regional endoscopy training and service transformation through the South West Endoscopy Network.
This is an exceptional opportunity to build leadership capability, contribute to regional strategy, and develop advanced endoscopic and subspecialty skills within a high-performing, JAG-accredited service and Regional Endoscopy Training Centre.
There is no commitment to General Internal Medicine and no on-call requirement.
Deliver high-quality clinical care in Gastroenterology across inpatient and outpatient settings.
Undertake advanced specialty training aligned to individual interests (e.g. upper GI bleeding, IBD, hepatology, nutrition, advanced endoscopy).
Contribute to regional SWETA workstreams, supporting endoscopy training, faculty development and network delivery.
Support simulation training and human factors courses.
Participate in endoscopy-related research and quality improvement initiatives.
Engage in clinical audit, governance and service improvement work.
Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams across hospital and community settings.
Contribute to teaching and supervision of trainees and other healthcare professionals.
Participate fully in appraisal and revalidation processes.
The role provides clinical supervision from a consultant aligned to the fellow’s subspecialty interest, alongside leadership supervision from the SWETA Director.
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The SWETA Leadership Fellow will divide their time between clinical training and regional leadership activity.
Clinical Responsibilities (5 Sessions Per Week)
Provide inpatient and outpatient Gastroenterology care.
Participate in specialty clinics aligned to subspecialty interest.
Undertake endoscopy training lists, including diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Develop expertise in areas such as upper GI bleeding, IBD, hepatology, nutrition or advanced endoscopy.
Work within established MDT frameworks (IBD, Hepatology, complex polyp, radiology).
Maintain accurate clinical records and comply with Trust governance standards.
Participate in audit and quality improvement programmes.
Work flexibly according to departmental needs.
There is no General Internal Medicine commitment and no on-call requirement.
SWETA / Regional Leadership Responsibilities (3 Sessions Per Week)
Support delivery of South West Endoscopy Network priorities.
Contribute to regional endoscopy training strategy and faculty development.
Assist in organisation and delivery of simulation and human factors training.
Support regional workforce and service development initiatives.
Participate in training research and innovation projects.
Contribute to development of training materials and regional educational events.
The postholder will work within the framework of team decisions and demonstrate initiative, enthusiasm and flexibility.
They will:
Comply with Trust policies and governance frameworks.
Participate in annual appraisal and professional development.
Maintain GMC registration and professional standards.
Contribute positively to team working and whole-system collaboration.
Secretarial support is provided. Out of Programme Training/Experience (OOP-T) may be applied for, subject to appropriate approvals.
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Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest providers of secondary care services in the UK. We provide a full range of acute, subacute and chronic disease management services. We are closely integrated with our colleagues in Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust and primary care.
There is a dedicated Gastroenterology / Hepatology ward at Cheltenham General and a daily consultant presence in Gloucestershire Royal Hospital. Both are supported by specialist nursing, rehabilitation and other ancillary services.
We are committed to diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity for everyone, and pledge to reflect it in our workplace. We firmly believe that a rich mix of experiences & backgrounds are vital to shaping a stronger organisation.
The Gastroenterology team is supported by General Manager; Corinna Welbourn, Deputy General Manager; Chris Done and Assistant General Manager; Nadine Lyons.
The appointees have a general duty of care for their own health, safety and well-being and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital. This statutory duty is in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with the post.
The Medical Division is led by the Divisional Director of Operations, Divisional Director of Quality and Nursing and Chief of Service
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Person specification
Essential
MBBS or equivalent
MRCP (UK) full diploma or equivalent
Eligiable for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practice
Evidence that present achievement and performance is commensurate with totality of period of training
Awareness of the basics of managing patients with gastroenterology disease
Post CCT in gastroenterolgy
JAG certification in gastroscopy
Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
Able to demonstrate proficiency in a range of medical procedures as an indication of manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
Evidence of competence in management of medical emergencies and in-patients through continuous work-based assessments, portfolio evidence, including log book documentation if applicable
Evidence of competence to work without direct supervision where appropriate
Demonstrate current ALS certification or equivalent
Evidence of teaching experience and/or training in teaching
Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety and clinical improvement initiatives
Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
Demonstrate clarity in written. spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation
Capacity to use logical / lateral thinking to solve problems / make decisions, indicating an analytical / scientific approach
Capacity to take in others’ perspective and treat others with understanding
Able to work in multi-professional teams and supervise junior medical staff
Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organize and motivate other team members for the benefit of patients through, for example, audit and improvement projects
Capacity to manage / prioritise time and information effectively
Basic IT skills, word processing, literature searching
Endoscopic train the trainers’ course or equivalent
Experience in teaching or training
JAG certification in colonoscopy
Evidence of involvement in teaching students, postgraduates and other professionals
Demonstrates an understanding of research methodology
Evidence of relevant academic & research achievements & involvement in a formal research project
Evidence of relevant academic publications
Evidence of involvement in an audit project, formal research project or other activity
Evidence of a portfolio of audit projects including where the audit loop has been closed and there is evidence of learning of the principles in change management
Evidence of involvement in management commensurate with experience
Demonstrates an understanding of NHS management and resources