About this role
Job summary Put medical education at the heart of your working week
Are you a GP with a passion for teaching who would like education to be the main focus of your role?
This is an exciting opportunity to join WellBN in an education-led post, with the substantial majority of your working week dedicated to supervising, teaching and supporting medical students rather than routine clinical sessions.
The role is particularly suited to a GP with an interest or background in medical education who enjoys helping students develop their clinical reasoning, consultation skills and understanding of patient-centred care.
Join usIf you would like to make teaching and student development the main focus of your working week, while retaining a smaller clinical commitment, we would love to hear from you.
There is an option to convert to a substantive post. Job-share applications are welcome.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments during recruitment.
For an informal conversation or to express your interest, please contact Susan King at [email protected].
Main duties of the job
You will oversee Year 4 and Year 6 medical students during their placements, helping them connect their learning with the realities of modern general practice. Through supervision, case discussion, feedback and teaching, you will support their development as confident, thoughtful and compassionate future doctors.
The post comprises seven sessions dedicated to educational supervision, alongside one or two clinical sessions per week. We welcome job-share applications from GPs interested in sharing the educational and clinical responsibilities.
During student placements, the emphasis will be on education: overseeing the students learning, reviewing clinical cases with them, discussing their assessments and management plans, and providing constructive feedback.
Between student placements, clinical cross-cover is expected to support the wider practice team.
About us An exciting new chapter for WellBN
WellBN is preparing to launch a new organisation in January 2027, alongside an upcoming rebrand and under new management.
Were developing a progressive, modern approach to general practice, with compassionate patient care, collaborative working and staff wellbeing at its heart. Joining at this stage offers the opportunity to contribute to the educational environment as the organisation develops.
WellBN serves approximately 25,500 patients across our Brunswick, Burwash and Benfield sites in Brighton, Hove and Portslade.
Our team includes a strong pharmacy service, paramedics and practice nurses. We use SystmOne and Accurx Triage and care for a diverse community, including neurodiverse patients and trans, non-binary and intersex patients, with training and support provided.
This setting offers students exposure to the breadth of modern primary care and the opportunity to learn how different professionals work together to support patients.
Job description Job responsibilities Your educational responsibilities
You will
Oversee medical students from Years 4 and 6 during their general practice placements.
Provide teaching and supervision appropriate to each students stage of training.
Review clinical cases with students, helping them develop clinical reasoning and safe decision-making.
Support the development of consultation, examination and communication skills.
Provide constructive feedback and encourage reflection on learning.
Help students understand the breadth of general practice, including continuity of care, multidisciplinary working and the needs of a diverse patient population.
Create a welcoming learning environment where students feel able to ask questions and develop their confidence.
Clinical contributionAlongside your educational sessions, you will undertake one or two clinical sessions per week, maintaining your connection with patient care and the clinical work that underpins your teaching.
You will also provide clinical cross-cover between student placements. This is therefore a predominantly educational post with a defined clinical contribution, rather than a wholly non-clinical role.
Support and professional developmentYoull join a supportive multidisciplinary team, with mentoring and continuing professional development opportunities.
We welcome your ideas for teaching, student support and educational development. This role offers the opportunity to make medical education a central part of your career while remaining connected to clinical general practice.
Person Specification
Other Requirements Essential
Commitment to diversity and inclusion, aligned with the practices ethos. Ability to work between the practices three sites as required. Eligible to work in the UK. Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check.
Experience Essential
Proven experience working as a GP in a primary care setting. Experience in managing a range of undifferentiated and undiagnosed clinical conditions. Experience with Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and other quality performance initiatives.
Desirable
Previous experience in delivering Enhanced Services or specialised clinics (e.g., hormone clinics, community outreach). Participation in audit and clinical standard-setting initiatives.
Knowledge Essential
Sound understanding of current NHS policies and guidelines, including clinical governance. Awareness of safeguarding practices and policies. Knowledge of prescribing protocols and formulary adherence.
Desirable
Familiarity with local health services and community resources.
Personal Attributes Essential
A collaborative approach and a commitment to inclusive, compassionate care. An interest in teaching and supporting medical students. The ability to explain clinical reasoning clearly and provide constructive feedback. Committed to providing compassionate and high-quality care to all patients, including those from disadvantaged communities. Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to contribute to new services and care models. Team-oriented with a collaborative approach to working with colleagues.
Skills and Abilities Essential
Excellent diagnostic and clinical skills. Ability to work autonomously while making safe, evidence-based decisions. Competent in using electronic patient record systems and clinical coding. Strong communication skills to effectively counsel, educate, and build rapport with patients and multidisciplinary teams. Demonstrated ability to contribute to service improvement and development.
Desirable
Additional qualifications or special interests that complement the practice's services.
Qualifications Essential
Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC). Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP) or equivalent. Evidence of commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Desirable
Completion of a clinical supervisor course or experience in medical education is preferred. The role is particularly suited to someone who wants to develop or build on a career in medical education.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name WellBN
Address 18-19 Western Road
Hove
BN3 1AE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.wellbn.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)