Supported Return to Training (SuppoRTT)

NW SuppoRTT Fellow Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for 2 Resident Doctors to become the next NW SuppoRTT Fellows to contribute to the development of the SuppoRTT programme in the region and nationally.

This is a 12-month opportunity at 40% to be undertaken alongside clinical training. The start date is negotiable with the successful candidate. Engagement with the LTFT process will be required to accommodate this role and your clinical role.

There are 2 fellowships available one for a resident doctor on a GP training programme and one for a resident doctor on a hospital/community care training programme; please see the job descriptions below:

• NW SuppoRTT Fellow (GP)
• NW SuppoRTT Fellow (H&CC)

If you are interested, please complete the application form by 15th August 2025: https://forms.office.com/e/2cfz3fpP4t

To discuss the role further please contact Amanda Fox, RTT Programme Co-ordinator, amanda.fox22@nhs.net.

• Postgraduate Doctors, Dentists and Public Health practitioners in training who are out of programme for any reason for 3 months or more, but anyone with a shorter break can access SuppoRTT if they feel it will help them
• Parental leave, long-term sickness, OOPs, breaks prior to starting a new programme (i.e. F3), bereavement, carers leave, disciplinary action etc.
• IMGs new to the NHS in their first training post, or started in the last 6 months. GP IMGs who start their training in a practice and are moving on to a hopital placement.

• Pre-Absence meeting 6-8 weeks before time out
• Pre-Return meeting 8-12 weeks before RTT
• Enhanced Supervision period (at least 10 working days)
• Post-Return Review meeting 2-4 weeks after RTT
• No SuppoRTT optional for those continuing clinical practice during their time out i.e. OOPT 

There are FORMS to support eachmeeting

• RTT-A Funding for activities to support your return and for when study leave is unavailable (i.e. during OOPs)
• NW SuppoRTT Course - virtual Day 1, sim-focused Day 2, specialty specific Day 3
• Overcoming Imposter Feelings interactive webinar & Shapes Toolkit online course
• Coaching 

• SuppoRTT Champions in each School and Trust
• Immersive Tech Resources for Remote Consultation, Teamworking and Escalating Concerns
• Resources including podcasts, toolkits, videos and factsheets
• e-learning modules for colleagues in training and educators
• GP and Paediatric specific resources

• Coffee Catch Ups - fortnightly Teams calls with our SuppoRTT Fellows for advice or socialising
• RTT Socials - quarterly events for those taking time out of training to get together, learn more about SuppoRTT and socialise with others in similar situations (baby friendly)
• Peer SuppoRTT Reps in each School
• NW SuppoRTT WhatsApp Group
• National SuppoRTT Programme Facebook Group
• School/Specialty/Trust WhatsApp Groups (contact Champions to find out more)