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- School Fellow postsWe have extended the deadline for application for the School Fellow posts until Monday 4th December at 1200 as we wish to consider applications for all 4 posts advertised. Please consider submitting an application. We would be very happy to …
- South West and Wales Paediatric Allergy Meeting17th January at Engineers House, from 1645-2000 – please save the date. We’re pleased to be able to host our next South-West and Wales Paediatric Allergy meeting on 17th January 2024, from 1545 (start 1600) until 1830, followed by a …
- Call for teachers and support for clinicals revision programmeWe are looking for anyone who has been through the clinical exam and is able to offer a bit of time to teach or mentor the next cohort of candidates sitting their exam in February. This could be in the …
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- MRCPCH Clinicals February 2024Are you planning on signing up for the MRCPCH clinicals exam in February 2024? Sign up for revision support here! We are organising a revision support programme for the next cohort of candidates which will include: Please register for the …
- Study LeaveStudy Leave claims should be submitted to your Trust and managed by your local Postgraduate Medical Education Manager or local MEM team. Each Trust has a slightly different study leave application process and forms to fill out, so the recommendation …
- Progress to Progress plus- eportfolio updatesIf you have lost links on transition from Progress to Progress plus there is now a way to see which links have not pulled across (ES’s and ARCP panels can also see this) From the Dashboard go to -> Goal …
- Less Than Full-Time applicationsWhen submitting an application for LTFT working, please ensure you follow the guidance on the PGMDE websites – thank you. Peninsula – https://peninsuladeanery.nhs.uk/about-us/policies-and-guidelines/less-than-full-time-working-policy-2022/ Severn – https://severndeanery.nhs.uk/about-us/policies-and-procedures/less-than-full-time-working-policy-2022/ Please make sure you include the reason under the section ‘LTFT eligibility category & …
- RCPCH Patient Safety Portal – Call for Trainee Involvement
The RCPCH is looking for some enthusiastic trainees to get involved in some projects which will build your QI, patient engagement and patient safety skills and knowledge; boost your CV and make a big contribution to the work of the …RCPCH Patient Safety Portal – Call for Trainee Involvement Read More »
- Regional Paediatric Progress Plus (RP+) Fellowship
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- Regional Paediatric Information Technology (RIT) FellowshipYou need to be logged in to view this page. If you’re already logged in then this area of the site might be restricted. Please get in touch if you think this is in error.
- Regional Training Education (RTE) FellowshipYou need to be logged in to view this page. If you’re already logged in then this area of the site might be restricted. Please get in touch if you think this is in error.
- Peninsula Trainee Update Autumn/Winter ‘2023
You need to be logged in to view this page. If you’re already logged in then this area of the site might be restricted. Please get in touch if you think this is in error. - NIHR GOSH BRC Clinical Training PhD Fellowship Programme – open to clinicians and wider health care professionals nationallyNIHR Great Ormond Street Hospital Biomedical Research Centre are advertising a funding call for a PhD programme for clinicians and wider health professionals to apply to, where they can demonstrate excellent potential to be paediatric translational researchers of the future. …
- NETS: Call for support
- Survey for paediatric trainees currently or previously involved in researchYou need to be logged in to view this page. If you’re already logged in then this area of the site might be restricted. Please get in touch if you think this is in error.
- Severn PAFTAs – 1 week to go, nominations close Friday 9th NovemberNominations for the Severn Paediatric Awards for Training Achievement (PAFTAs) close next week on Friday 9th November!! The PAFTAs are all about recognising the wonderful contributions of staff working with children and young people across the region make every day. You …
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- NHSE-SW PGME Patient Safety Fellowships 2023/24Dear all, NHSE-SW in partnership with Momus Safety are pleased to advertise 6 Patient Safety Fellowships for Doctors in Training to run alongside current training. Posts are available for Core and Speciality Doctors in Training commencing February / March 2024 Yearlong fellowship includes: …
- Join the Peninsula Trainees Research Network, PenTRAIN
You need to be logged in to view this page. If you’re already logged in then this area of the site might be restricted. Please get in touch if you think this is in error. - Paediatric Neurodisability Trainee Education Day
BACD (British Academy of Childhood Disability) Annual Trainees Virtual meeting – ‘The Value of Everyone: from Individuals to a Global Perspective’ Thursday 7th December 2023 Link to register: https://www.bacdis.org.uk/events/trainees-annual-meeting-2023 - Severn PAFTAs 2023 – Nominations open until November 5th!Nominations for Severn PAFTAs (Paediatric Award for Training Achievement) are open until November 5th. Help recognise the wonderful efforts of your colleagues across the region by nominating them for a PAFTA. Nominations can be made for Junior Trainee of the …
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- NeoBUS (Neonatal Bedside Ultrasound) Course – Friday 1st Dec
There are limited spaces remaining on the NeoBUS course. Being held at Southmead Hospital. Email amiel.billetop@nbt.nhs.uk for more information and to book your place! - South West Paediatric Gastroenterology Network Study Day 23 November 2023Dear colleagues, I am pleased to inform you that the rescheduled South West Paediatric Gastroenterology Network Study Day is now open for registration. I would be grateful if you could cascade the information below about this event to your colleagues …
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- Psychologically Informed Care trainingAs part of the South West Regional Education Bid we are pleased to be able to offer staff working in paediatric palliative care the opportunity to participate in a two-day psychological skills training programme. This is being offered in response …
- Neonatal step up to registrarIn person at the RD&E – from 0900 to 1700: email Dr David Bartle (david.bartle@nhs.net) if interested.
- PANS PANDAS – Guidance for GP’s and Primary CareDate and time: Fri, 6 Oct 2023 14:00 – 16:00 BST This will be a 2 hour run through the basics of PANS PANDAS and how to manage these patients in a primary care setting. Children with PANS PANDAS offer …
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- RCPCH updates from Trainee Network Meeting Autumn 2023
Hi All, The autumn trainee network meeting has just taken place and was very positive and here are some of the updates relevant for you. For quick view: see the Trainee Network BIG 5 that encompasses everything from exam stress …RCPCH updates from Trainee Network Meeting Autumn 2023 Read More »
- New date for the Paediatric Mental Health and Adolescent Challenges course!Following on from previous cancelation of this course due to industrial action we are pleased to share the new date – 18th December 2023 Course summary: A free course for ST3+ trainees, focusing on the approach to paediatric mental health and …
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- NeoBUS – Neonatal Bedside Ultrasound Course – Friday 1st December
This one day course focuses on the practical application of bedside ultrasonography of the heart, lungs, abdomen and vascular access in neonates with an emphasis on ‘hands on learning’. Short talks will be followed by workshops helping to familiarize candidates …NeoBUS – Neonatal Bedside Ultrasound Course – Friday 1st December Read More »
- Clinical Fellow in Climate ChangeThis is job description for a Clinical Fellow to work with RCPCH to support their climate change work. It is open to trainees ST3 and above and the deadline is 2nd October with interviews on 20th October 2023.
- Severn PAFTAs – Nominations now open!
The Severn Paediatric Awards for Training Achievement are all about recognising the wonderful contributions of staff working with children and young people across the region make every day. Nominations can be made for Junior (ST1-3) and Senior (ST4-8) trainee of … - Sign up for Buddy Match Round 2 – Revision scheme for MRCPCH clinical exam October 2023
This scheme aims to provide candidates sitting the MRCPCH clinical exam with peer-to-peer revision practice opportunities in the run up to the exam. It works around your own existing schedules and working patterns to match candidates with the same availability. …Sign up for Buddy Match Round 2 – Revision scheme for MRCPCH clinical exam October 2023 Read More »
- Sign up now for Practical Procedures course (ST1-2)
Southmead Hospital 5th October 2023. Places are now available on the Practical Procedures course to be held at Southmead hospital on Thursday 5th October 2023. The course is aimed at ST1-2 doctors in training. If you would like to reserve a …Sign up now for Practical Procedures course (ST1-2) Read More »
- Cardiac ECHO Course: Basic Principles of Congenital Heart Disease and Echocardiography on 7-8 Oct 2023 Virtual Course
- Welcome!
A warm welcome to all our new Peninsula trainees from the School team! Welcome to the South West. I look forward to meeting you all at Regional Induction. Good luck to all our existing trainees in their new rotations also. … - Welcome ST1’sHi! Welcome to a the Deanery and an excellent career choice. A new resource has been put together by the RCPCH to help with some of those big questions including : Explore the resource more here: https://www.rcpch.ac.uk/resources/paediatric-training-st1-guide If you have any training …
- Paediatric Safeguarding Simulation Course
07 November @ 8:00 am – 12:30 pm at UHBW Simulation Centre ** Only open to those currently working at UHBW – apologies ** This half-day multidisciplinary course will provide an immersive learning experience covering a variety of topics within paediatric safeguarding. Building on … - An evening with Community Paediatrics26th September 7-8pm on Teams. Please join Dr Tamsin Woodbridge and Dr Emma Bradley for an hour session on community paediatrics. Overview and introduction to the speciality. Aimed at ST1-3 trainees. Please RSVP on https://paedshub.co.uk/event/community-paediatric-education-evening/
- CRN West of England Children’s Research Event18th October 2023 9am-3pm Engineer’s House, The Promenade, Clifton Down, Bristol BS8 3NB This free face-to-face event will provide research active or interested staff the opportunity to network with colleagues from other sites, including our Local Specialty Research Leads who …
- PAFTAs Picture CompetitionDear all, Are you looking for something to keep your child entertained for ‘insert amount of time that suits you here!’ in these last couple of weeks of the summer holidays? Enter our Severn PAFTAs picture competition! This year’s theme …
- Research for Non-Academics – Navigating the Research Road
Workshop leads and further details about each session will be released as the event approaches. The registration form for this event will be open from Friday 25 August 2023. For any questions regarding this event, please contact the Research & …Research for Non-Academics – Navigating the Research Road Read More »
- Buddy revision scheme – October 2023 Clinical exam
Want to practice online with a range of other candidates sitting the exam in October 2023? This is an opportunity to test each other on the communication, history, video and development station and learn from each other. Register your availability …Buddy revision scheme – October 2023 Clinical exam Read More »
- Return to Training day – 28th September 2023For the attention of any returning paediatric trainees – the South-West Paediatric Return to Work day is back on September 28th. Run virtually, this is a friendly and supportive day for trainees returning to work after a period away (for …
- NeoTRIPS Early Breast Milk national QI initiative
NeoTRIPS is a national neonatal study group, led by trainees, aiming to run large scale neonatal audits, quality improvement projects and research studies. We are excited to announce the launch of the NeoTRIPS Early Breast Milk Quality Improvement Project (EBMQIP). …NeoTRIPS Early Breast Milk national QI initiative Read More »
- Psychologically Informed Care trainingAs part of the South West Regional Education Bid we are pleased to be able to offer staff working in paediatric palliative care the opportunity to participate in a two-day psychological skills training programme. This is being offered in response …
- Could you be a beta-tester for this new PaedsHub course?
Introduction To Neonatal Ventilation is a brand new interactive online learning package built to support the trainee who is starting their NICU rotation by refreshing their knowledge about ventilation and boosting their confidence in day-to-day practice with ventilated neonates. After …Could you be a beta-tester for this new PaedsHub course? Read More »
- Register NOW for Clinicals Mock Exam – 18th September, ExeterYou need to be logged in to view this page. If you’re already logged in then this area of the site might be restricted. Please get in touch if you think this is in error.
- Paediatric Grid or Spin?Please click on the title – Paediatric Grid or Spin? – for more information.
- South West Paediatric Gastroenterology Network Study Day
The South West Paediatric Gastroenterology Network is pleased to invite you to our in-person Network Study Day on 22 September 2023 (Friday). This year’s meeting will be held as a solely face-to-face event at The Health and Wellbeing Innovation Centre, Treliske, …South West Paediatric Gastroenterology Network Study Day Read More »
- Psychologically informed care training – September 2023As part of the South West Regional Education Bid we are pleased to be able to offer staff working in paediatric palliative care the opportunity to participate in a two-day psychological skills training programme. This is being offered in response …
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- Virtual Return to Paediatric Training Course – 28th September
Have you had a break from work for 3 months or more? If so, you are invited to join us for the next virtual paediatric return to work course! A mixture of recent updates in paediatrics, virtual SIM (that you …Virtual Return to Paediatric Training Course – 28th September Read More »
- Consultant Paediatrician Wanted!Looking for a new consultant to join our fab Acute paediatric team in South Devon. Torbay & South Devon has a huge amount to offer both professionally and as a place to live, with lots of attractive options for staff …
- Southwest ST4-8 Paediatric teaching programme survey
Help us make decisions about where and how your regional teaching is delivered. If you are ST4-8 please take a couple of minutes to complete this important survey to help shape the ongoing regional teaching programme. If you’re having problems …Southwest ST4-8 Paediatric teaching programme survey Read More »
- Call for new ST4+ teaching reps
You need to be logged in to view this page. If you’re already logged in then this area of the site might be restricted. Please get in touch if you think this is in error. - Free Paediatric Emergency Medicine Teaching Day 6/9/23This is a free Paediatric Emergency Medicine Teaching Day, organised with the assistance of Dr Gautham Balachandran, PEM lead for NHS Lanarkshire. it is aimed primarily at A&E/ACCS trainees with fantastic specialist speakers on a wide range of topics. This …
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- Clinicals Exam – October 2023 candidates!
Are you planning on signing up for the MRCPCH clinicals exam in October 2023? Sign up for revision support here! We are organising a revision support programme for the next cohort of candidates which will include: Please register for the … - Call for FacultyWe are due to run a Step Up to Registrar paediatric simulation course at UHBW Simulation Centre on Wednesday 19th July. We are still in need of a few more people to help as Faculty. It’s a great opportunity to …
- Paediatric Safeguarding Simulation Course
Date: Tuesday 25th July 2023Time: 0845-1230Venue: UHBW Simulation Centre This half-day course will offer immersive paediatric safeguarding experience and also a great opportunity to complete safeguarding CBDs with an experienced Faculty. Please note, this is a pilot course and is … - Don’t lose access to PaedsHub!If you’re a doctor-in-training registered on PaedsHub with a trust email (e.g. @uhbw.nhs.uk), don’t forget to update your email when you move trusts. Alternatively, just use an email that you will always have access to such as @doctors.org.uk. If you …
- GeNotes for Paediatrics
The Genomics Education Programme’s ‘GeNotes’, the exciting new resource to support clinicians in accessing genomic testing, has welcomed Paediatrics to its specialty collection. GeNotes Paediatrics has been developed in collaboration with clinical experts across the NHS and covers when, why … - Engaging Children and Young People – info from the RCPCH
- The Patient Safety Portal – info from the RCPCH
- Improving Paediatric End of Life Care – Upcoming MDT Courses
Please see the attached poster for details of upcoming Improving Paediatric End of Life Care courses. The course ran for the first time last year with really positive feedback and is due to run again over the coming months. The …Improving Paediatric End of Life Care – Upcoming MDT Courses Read More »
- Sim Post #001Back in January, we ran a themed month of Point of Care Simulation Sessions, focused on issues around paediatric end of life care. This built on the incredible work of the MAPLE group (https://twitter.com/maplepaeds) and their recent Improving Paediatric End …
- Reminder – Key Competencies Simulation CourseJust a reminder that Key Competencies paediatric simulation course is due to run at the UHBW Simulation Centre on Monday 19th June and there are still a few spaces remaining. This course is aimed at trainees in their first couple …
- Severn Paediatric research meeting – 28th June 2023Severn Paediatric Research MeetingWednesday 28th June 202312:30-16:30 – Dorothy Hodgkin Building We would like to invite clinical trainees and researchers with an interest in paediatric research to our second Severn Paediatric Research Meeting. We hope this meeting will provide an …
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- New PaedsHub course: Examination For Neonatal Encephalopathy
Produced to support you in the structured neurological assessment for neonatal encephalopathy, this course provides essential skills for clinicians involved in the care of neonates following possible perinatal hypoxia. Assessment for encephalopathy is an vital part of deciding on the …New PaedsHub course: Examination For Neonatal Encephalopathy Read More »
- Applications open for exam reps!A new role has been opened in the region for those interested in being a rep for the MRCPCH exams. This role will give you great leadership and management skillset and opportunities in education as well. Main aims will be …
- GMC NTS Survey 2023 -extended!
The GMC training survey has been extended until Tuesday 16th May. We have already had a great response from Peninsula but there is always room for improvement! Please take a few moments to have your say on your training Dr … - Neonatal Step Up to Registrar simulation courseThe next Neonatal Step Up to Registrar simulation course is being run at Southmead hospital on Thursday 22 June 2023. The course is best suited to ST3 DiT or those doctors about to step up onto tier 2 working. If …
- Virtual registration for Education Conference
Virtual registration for the Education Conference on Thursday 20th April is now open until Monday 17th April! Open to all trainees and educational supervisors in Peninsula and Severn Deanery! Join us for sessions including: Register for virtual attendance via the … - RCPCH information
‘Integrated Care Systems (ICS) now have the statutory power and responsibility for planning and commissioning care for children and young people. It is vital that we understand this new framework so that we can make sure that children and young … - Severn Paediatric Audit, Research and Quality Improvement network
You need to be logged in to view this page. If you’re already logged in then this area of the site might be restricted. Please get in touch if you think this is in error. - MRCPCH Clinical Child Development Scenario GroupThe MRCPCH Clinical Child Development scenario group require trainees at ST5 and above and consultants interested in medical education and neuro-development to join their working group. Groups members must attend at least one of the RCPCH Examination and Assessment Boards …
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- NeoTRIPS NIC-Tech Project
NeoTRIPS is a national neonatal study group, led by trainees, aiming to run large scale neonatal audits and research projects, currently expanding nationwide. The regional representatives for the South West are Mia Kahvo and Nathan Collicott We are currently recruiting … - Introduction to GenomicsThe South West Genomic Medicine Service (GMS) provided a virtual educational event for Health Education England Foundation Trainees on 30th March. The event included presentations on genomics for rare disease (including R14), pharmacy, cancer (including Lynch and BRCA) and a …
- Making announcements via PaedsHub
If you’ve got some news, an event or useful resources you can now let people know via PaedsHub more easily now we’ve opened up posting for everyone. If you’re struggling with this process you can still ask me to do … - Recordings from Virtual Return to Paediatric Training Course
You need to be logged in to view this page. If you’re already logged in then this area of the site might be restricted. Please get in touch if you think this is in error. - Education Conference- Registration deadline 10th AprilDon’t forget to sign up for the Education conference 20th April, Park House Bristol by 10th April. Poster submission – deadline DELAYED until 7th April. Don’t miss out on this opportunity! All posters accepted (within reason!).
- STAN
“There are places still available for the STAN neonatal transport course in April. In view of the cost of living challenges, prices for the two day course have been reduced to £599 for doctors and £499 for nurses, with instalment … - Don’t forget to register for Education Conference – 20th AprilBook study leave and register for this years Education Conference! Open to all trainees and educational supervisors in Peninsula and Severn Deanery! Click below to register https://paedshub.co.uk/education-conference/register/
- Peninsula Trainee Update Spring ’23
Happy springtime colleagues! We hope the slow return of warm weather is distracting you from the gradual implosion the government and health service. Here we are with another Peninsula trainee update. - Regional poster presentation opportunity- start submitting!Start submitting your abstracts for presenting your poster at the Severn and Peninsula Education Conference on 20th April! Have you been involved in a QI project that has had a positive effect in your department? Have you developed local initiatives …
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- Calling all Educational Supervisors!Join us for the Severn and Peninsula Education Conference on 20th April 2023. This conference will offer you a unique opportunity to gather in-person alongside trainees from across both deaneries. It gives you a chance to: FREE conference. CPD accredited. …
- Upcoming paediatric simulation courses at UHBW Sim Centre
We have the following courses coming up over the next few months: Key Competencies – Monday 19th June 2023 Please see the event page for more details and booking information: https://paedshub.co.uk/event/key-competencies-paediatric-simulation-course/ Step Up to Registrar – Wednesday 19th July 2023 …Upcoming paediatric simulation courses at UHBW Sim Centre Read More »
- RCPCH trainee network meeting updates
Still not quite got to grips with Progress+? This document “Paediatrician of the Future”, outlines the principles behind what good training should look like. Guidance regarding pay progression for those switching to Progress+ is due out imminently Study Leave Inspiration … - Clinical Exam Candidates June 2023!
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- Integrated Care Systems (ICS) – info from the RCPCH
Integrated Care Systems (ICS) now have the statutory power and responsibility for planning and commissioning care for children and young people. It is vital that we understand this new framework so that we can make sure that children and young …Integrated Care Systems (ICS) – info from the RCPCH Read More »
- Useful Deanery LinksYou need to be logged in to view this page. If you’re already logged in then this area of the site might be restricted. Please get in touch if you think this is in error.
- Care Day 17th February 2023You need to be logged in to view this page. If you’re already logged in then this area of the site might be restricted. Please get in touch if you think this is in error.
- Spaces still available on RTT course 23rd FebYou need to be logged in to view this page. If you’re already logged in then this area of the site might be restricted. Please get in touch if you think this is in error.
- Progress+ planning (Severn)
Please find attached some slides with further information about plans for implementation of Progress+ within Severn. Slides from the College. Slides from the Severn College Tutor and DiT meetings - Severn & Peninsula Education Conference 2023
Calling all trainees and educational supervisors. Join us on 20th April in Bristol for a day to share innovative ideas happening within the region. Please book study leave and register through event link- this is replacing an original ST4-8 study … - Reminder – COPE (Confidence in Paediatric Emergencies) Simulation Course – final few spaces available!
You need to be logged in to view this page. If you’re already logged in then this area of the site might be restricted. Please get in touch if you think this is in error. - Additional places made available for the Paediatric International Medical Graduate Simulation Course – Wednesday 22nd MarchYou need to be logged in to view this page. If you’re already logged in then this area of the site might be restricted. Please get in touch if you think this is in error.
- New TPD ST1-3 Introduction
As most of you will know I have recently been appointed as the new ST1-3 Training Programme Director! I am a consultant paediatrician based in Cornwall and am really pleased to take on this new role. The TPD role is … - Booking for International Medical Graduate Paediatric Simulation Course now openPlease follow the link below for more information and to book your place on the upcoming IMG Paediatric Simulation Course, happening on Wednesday 22nd March 2023. Places are funded and so the course is free to attend for learners. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/international-medical-graduate-paediatric-simulation-course-tickets-487498680677 …
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- Trainee Network RCPCH Winter News
Hi All, The mains news this winter…. Progress Plus is coming this September 2023 See how it will affect you here: https://www.rcpch.ac.uk/resources/progressplus-and-me To understand the sign off of level 2 and whether you can do this in 1 year please see: … - Virtual Return to Paediatric Training CourseOn 23rd February. See attached file for details.
