Job summary
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We are seeking to appoint a lead for Problem-Based Learning (PBL) to support the on-going delivery of the graduate entry MBChB programme within the Three Counties Medical School (TCMS) at the University of Worcester. The Schools MBChB curriculum is centred around Problem-Based Learning (PBL) and you will support our PBL facilitators organisationally and in terms of faculty development. Founded with the aim of widening access to careers in medicine and retaining graduates in the local area, the school opened to students in September 2023.
Main duties of the job
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is passionate about healthcare education to join the TCMS team. Applicants will have a keen interest in medical education and training, with a good understanding of the PBL process to provide the necessary pedagogic expertise and academic leadership. Working with the programme lead and phase leads to ensure the MBChB programme curriculum is supported in respect of problem-based learning, you will make a significant contribution towards designing and developing learning materials and assessment, as well as contributing to the delivery of a high-quality experience for medical students.
About us
The post is offered at Senior Lecturer level and ideally you will already have experience of teaching medical students or similar. However, key to the role is an interest in developing as a medical educator and the ability to work flexibly with the rest of the team to meet the needs of the MBChB curriculum. There are also opportunities for professional development.
The post is based at the Severn campus. It will be a permanent appointment with an expected start date before Christmas.
Details
Date posted
23 October 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£44,128 to £55,755 a year Pro Rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
N0012-25-0040
Job locations
Severn Campus
Hylton Road
Worcester
WR2 5JN
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To provide academic leadership in the strategic development and delivery of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) across the undergraduate medical curriculum, working with other members of the medical school faculty.
2. Provide training and mentorship to staff in PBL facilitation, assessment, and feedback.
3. Collaborate with the Phase leads to ensure integration of PBL aligns with the overall pedagogical approaches of the school and that the cases, are clinically relevant, evidence-based, and aligned with GMC outcomes.
4. Innovate and evaluate PBL approaches in collaboration with faculty and quality assurance teams to ensure PBL practices meet regulatory and accreditation standards.
5. Monitor and evaluate the impact of PBL on student engagement, performance, and satisfaction.
6. Support faculty in designing, delivering, and assessment of learning outcomes, as facilitated via PBL and related activities, including the setting, marking and moderation of work, individually or collectively as part of a team in accordance with quality assurances procedures.
7. To work with undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across the College of Health, Life and Environmental Science for PBL as required, to ensure that interdisciplinary learning is embedded within the Medical School
8. To design and deliver on-going faculty training and development including collaborating with the Deputy Placement Lead (DPL) to prepare NHS Tutors to ensure the aims of the Medical School MBChB are appropriately delivered.
9. To provide advice and support for issues relating to student support arising on a day-to- day basis in the PBL, liaising with the MBChB Student Support & Guidance Lead and taking on the responsibilities of a University Academic Tutor (UAT) as required.
10. To undertake the duties of a PBL facilitator, as required.
11. To carry out academic administrative work and participate in relevant committees and working groups within the School and College.
12. To participate in the recruitment of students, including selection events and open days.
13. To engage in scholarship, disseminating findings through conference presentations and journal articles, books, books and other forms appropriate to the discipline.
14. To participate fully in the life of the school and carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by the Dean of School or their nominee.
15. Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job; participate in appropriate training activities and encourage and support staff in their development and training.
16. Take steps to ensure and enhance personal health, safety, and well-being and that of other staff and students.
17. Carry out these duties in a manner that promotes equality of opportunity and supports diversity and inclusion and takes into account the University's commitment to environmentally sustainable ways of working.
*The above does not represent an exhaustive list of duties associated with this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To provide academic leadership in the strategic development and delivery of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) across the undergraduate medical curriculum, working with other members of the medical school faculty.
2. Provide training and mentorship to staff in PBL facilitation, assessment, and feedback.
3. Collaborate with the Phase leads to ensure integration of PBL aligns with the overall pedagogical approaches of the school and that the cases, are clinically relevant, evidence-based, and aligned with GMC outcomes.
4. Innovate and evaluate PBL approaches in collaboration with faculty and quality assurance teams to ensure PBL practices meet regulatory and accreditation standards.
5. Monitor and evaluate the impact of PBL on student engagement, performance, and satisfaction.
6. Support faculty in designing, delivering, and assessment of learning outcomes, as facilitated via PBL and related activities, including the setting, marking and moderation of work, individually or collectively as part of a team in accordance with quality assurances procedures.
7. To work with undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across the College of Health, Life and Environmental Science for PBL as required, to ensure that interdisciplinary learning is embedded within the Medical School
8. To design and deliver on-going faculty training and development including collaborating with the Deputy Placement Lead (DPL) to prepare NHS Tutors to ensure the aims of the Medical School MBChB are appropriately delivered.
9. To provide advice and support for issues relating to student support arising on a day-to- day basis in the PBL, liaising with the MBChB Student Support & Guidance Lead and taking on the responsibilities of a University Academic Tutor (UAT) as required.
10. To undertake the duties of a PBL facilitator, as required.
11. To carry out academic administrative work and participate in relevant committees and working groups within the School and College.
12. To participate in the recruitment of students, including selection events and open days.
13. To engage in scholarship, disseminating findings through conference presentations and journal articles, books, books and other forms appropriate to the discipline.
14. To participate fully in the life of the school and carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by the Dean of School or their nominee.
15. Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job; participate in appropriate training activities and encourage and support staff in their development and training.
16. Take steps to ensure and enhance personal health, safety, and well-being and that of other staff and students.
17. Carry out these duties in a manner that promotes equality of opportunity and supports diversity and inclusion and takes into account the University's commitment to environmentally sustainable ways of working.
*The above does not represent an exhaustive list of duties associated with this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A good first degree in a relevant subject area.
- PhD in a field related to biomedical science, and / or relevant professional qualification and / or equivalent professional experience.
- PG Cert in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (or equivalent) and / or Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy / Advance HE and / or equivalent professional experience. *
Experience
Essential
- Experience of facilitating PBL at undergraduate or postgraduate level preferably for medical undergraduates.
- Experience of innovative and successful curriculum design.
Desirable
- Experience of preparing and delivering training for other tutors.
- Experience of working with the GMC and experience of working with Quality Assurance of Basic Medical Education (QABME) processes.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to enthuse, motivate and facilitate student learning using a variety of methods of learning and teaching including online modalities.
- Demonstrable commitment to diversity and inclusion, and to health and well-being issues in both staff and students.
- Evidence of making a significant contribution to both student recruitment and support activities (or willingness to do so).
- Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate confidently and clearly with a range of people including students, lecturers, managers, representatives of external organisations and the public, both orally and in writing.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A good first degree in a relevant subject area.
- PhD in a field related to biomedical science, and / or relevant professional qualification and / or equivalent professional experience.
- PG Cert in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (or equivalent) and / or Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy / Advance HE and / or equivalent professional experience. *
Experience
Essential
- Experience of facilitating PBL at undergraduate or postgraduate level preferably for medical undergraduates.
- Experience of innovative and successful curriculum design.
Desirable
- Experience of preparing and delivering training for other tutors.
- Experience of working with the GMC and experience of working with Quality Assurance of Basic Medical Education (QABME) processes.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to enthuse, motivate and facilitate student learning using a variety of methods of learning and teaching including online modalities.
- Demonstrable commitment to diversity and inclusion, and to health and well-being issues in both staff and students.
- Evidence of making a significant contribution to both student recruitment and support activities (or willingness to do so).
- Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate confidently and clearly with a range of people including students, lecturers, managers, representatives of external organisations and the public, both orally and in writing.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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
University of Worcester
Address
Severn Campus
Hylton Road
Worcester
WR2 5JN
Employer's website
https://www.worcester.ac.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
University of Worcester
Address
Severn Campus
Hylton Road
Worcester
WR2 5JN
Employer's website
https://www.worcester.ac.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
