Trust Simulation Clinical Doctor

Applications are invited for an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic and innovative service. It will see you working in the Simulation department at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, Eastern Services. This post will give the successful applicant the prospect to continue to develop their portfolio in simulation education and / or to acquire simulation experience and skills.

The appointment is for 0.4 WTE over a period of twelve months (until 31st August 2027). Starting in September 2026.

The purpose of this post is to support core human factors and simulation education. Principally, the successful applicant will be become an integral element within supporting the delivery of Foundation doctor’s simulation programme; in accordance with the foundation programme curriculum. This incorporates the organisation and implementation of delivery and review of the sessions. Delivery of other programmes and sessions will also be required, as discussed and agreed.

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

This post has been designed primarily for trainees at registrar level and we welcome applicants who are undertaking clinical commitments, resulting in a split clinical and simulation post; (i.e. complementing a training programme). Alternatively, it can be standalone post without clinical duties. It will suit an individual with a serious interest in pursuing a career path incorporating medical education and clinical leadership.

The post holder will be based in the Simulation Centre, ‘Research Innovation and Learning Development (RILD)’; which is located on the main RD&E (Wonford) site. The appointee will work closely with the Human Factors and Simulation Fellow to deliver a robust and appropriate service.

Our Trust is highly committed to improving our patients’ experience and safety; while building an outstanding culture to reflect this commitment. If you share our passion then apply for this opportunity; help us make our patients’ experience as safe as possible, while developing highly capable teams.

Working Pattern:16 Hours

Interview Date:To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact: Dr David Bartle (Clinical Simulation lead) or  OR Ross Thompson (Human Factors & Simulation Fellow) or

Please note, this is a fixed term contract until 31st August 2027. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust
and
Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary…