FAQs
What is the primary responsibility of the GP Educator?
The primary responsibility of the GP Educator is to deliver quality assured education at Programme and Postgraduate School of General Practice levels, ensuring that each learning experience meets NHSE standards for training.
What qualifications are required for this position?
The successful candidate must be on the GMC GP Register with a minimum of one year’s experience in general practice post-CCT.
What stages of trainees will the GP Educator work with?
The GP Educator will work with trainees at ST1, ST2, and ST3 levels.
Will the GP Educator be responsible for creating teaching plans?
Yes, the GP Educator is expected to provide teaching plans for sessions to enable accurate mapping against the curriculum.
How will the effectiveness of teaching sessions be evaluated?
The GP Educator will collect evaluations of teaching sessions and share them with the Programme Director and other PCMEs to develop the programme.
What is the role of the GP Educator in managing trainee attendance?
The GP Educator is responsible for maintaining an attendance register and supporting the Training Programme Director in attendance management of trainees.
Is there flexibility in the organization of group learning?
Yes, the organization of group learning will be flexible enough to meet the requirements of learners in their different stages of development and settings.
What kind of opportunities will the GP Educator create for learners?
The GP Educator will create opportunities for learners to gather evidence of learning for their e-portfolio.
Will the GP Educator be involved in identifying areas of concern regarding learners?
Yes, the GP Educator will identify any areas of concern regarding learners and report them to the Programme Director to support the delivery of plans to address concerns.
How often is in-person work expected for staff with a contractual office base?
Staff with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.