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Job overview

Are you a highly organised individual with a passion for medical education?

We are seeking a dedicated professional to coordinate administrative support for Cambridge Medical Students within our Medical Education department. In this pivotal role, you will liaise with Undergraduate Specialty Tutors, Clinical Teaching Fellows, the Clinical School at Cambridge University, and departmental secretaries.

Additionally, you will provide essential support to the Director and Deputy Director of Medical Education, the Medical and Dental Education Manager, and the entire Medical Education Team. Your responsibilities will also include assisting with the planning and implementation of Junior Doctors Inductions. Join us and play a crucial role in shaping the future of medical education!

Main duties of the job

This role provides administrative support to the Undergraduate Medical Students Administrator for Cambridge Medical Students, assisting with medical student inductions, and preparing timetables, teaching sessions, and clinical placements for students across all year grades. Responsibilities include organising Formative Reviews for Year 4 Medical Students, handling telephone and in-person inquiries efficiently, and supporting the Simulation Administrator in setting up training sessions and meetings. Additionally, the post holder will maintain databases and spreadsheets related to simulation activities and manage their workload independently, prioritising daily tasks without close supervision.

Effective communication is crucial in this role, as it requires liaising with medical students, Clinical Teaching Fellows, Undergraduate Specialty Tutors, and the Clinical Medical School at Cambridge University. The post holder will use various communication tools, including telephone, emails, MS Teams/Zoom, and letters, to interact with colleagues, students, simulation session attendees, facilitators, and actors. 

Working for our organisation

We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.

As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
• Flexible working opportunities;
• Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
• Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
• Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
• Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
• On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
• Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
• Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles.  Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.