MLA Lead

Job summary
The FMHS MLA lead (0.2FTE) will join the Clinical teaching team and participate in the design, delivery and quality control of MLA focused activity in the curriculum.

The role is responsible for the linking the regulatory requirements of the MLA into teaching practice, analysing gaps and supporting students MLA preparation within the schools educational strategy.

*MLA Medical Licensing Assessment

Main duties of the job
The FMHS MLA Lead (Clinical) will join the Clinical teaching team and participate in the design, delivery and quality control of MLA focused activity in the curriculum.

The role is responsible for the linking the regulatory requirements of the MLA into teaching practice, analysing gaps and supporting students MLA preparation within the schools educational strategy.

Candidates must have a Clinical degree in Medicine (MBBS/MB ChB) and a current licence to practice in the UK.

They should show a commitment to developing as a medical educator across a range of subject areas (with appropriate training). In addition, candidates should have experience of setting and marking assessments of various types, with clear evidence of organisational, administrative and IT skills along with a sound understanding of quality assurance and enhancement issues, procedures and practices.

Professional qualifications such as a recognised Higher Education teaching qualification or Higher Education Academy Fellowship would be advantageous.

About us
The University of Buckingham has a unique atmosphere, unlike that of any other higher educational institution. Despite being one of the UKs smallest university and the only independent university to hold a Royal Charter, Buckingham has staff from over 25 countries, making it a truly distinctive work environment. Whichever of our locations you find yourself working in, you will be sure to feel a part of our friendly community. Our size enables us to foster a very personalised, supportive, inclusive and collaborative environment, with lots of opportunity for development, something which we are very proud of.

The university is keen to build on its strengths to further enhance the teaching and research culture and is looking for a candidate who shares similar knowledge and research exchange ambitions and is keen to make a notable contribution. By joining our passionate and active team, the candidate can expect excellent support in their teaching, research, knowledge exchange and scholarly activity.

We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they think they cant tick every box, but we are invested in our people and their development, so we encourage you to apply if you believe you have the majority of the skills and experience required and are keen to develop further!

Details
Date posted: 09 July 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: £65,048 to £123,672 a year £65,048 FTE (£13,010 actual) to £123,672 FTE (£24,735 actual)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: N0066-26-0004
Job locations: Hunter Street, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire, MK18 1EG, United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
COMMUNICATION
Engage in effective and professional communication with academic and administrative colleagues in the University and externally.

Disseminate conceptual and complex ideas to a wide variety of audiences using appropriate media and methods to promote understanding.

Writes research papers, journal articles and materials for publication.

Have significant input to the design and implementation of written course materials and guides.

Provide regular updates to the Undergraduate ClinicalEducation Lead on operational issues and teaching delivery.

Teamwork and Motivation
Collaborate with colleagues in the school on course development, delivery, and assessment, taking on appropriate management and administrative responsibilities.

Support colleagues contributing to teaching across the programme and LEP sites.

Foster a collaborative teaching environment across.

Encourage innovation and continuous improvement in teaching delivery.

Liaison and Networking
Maintain relationships to facilitate collaboration, share best practices, and address teaching and learning needs.

Attend meetings and participate in other committees and working groups as required.

Liaise with the Undergraduate Clinical Education Lead , Phase 2 leads, Assessment Lead and other Curriculum Leads to ensure coordination across the programme.

Work collaboratively with other Curriculum Leads to ensure consistency of student experience across the programme.

Service Delivery
Contribute to the delivery of MLA preparation session, up to a typical total lecture contribution of approximately 45 lectures per annum for 1.0FTE

Contribute to item writing, standard setting and marking of assessments in the medical school.

Planning and Organising Resources
Coordinate the production of relevant curriculum materials in a timely fashion.

Liaise with other curriculum leads to ensure integration of curriculum delivery

Support the planning and scheduling of teaching activities across the programme to ensure appropriate coverage and integration of curriculum content.

Ensure that teaching activities are delivered in accordance with programme timelines.

Initiative and Problem Solving
Seek ways of improving performance by reflecting on teaching design and delivery.

Actively seek to enhance student learning through innovation and continuous improvement.

Respond proactively to operational challenges affecting the student cohorts.

Analysis and Research
Monitor delivery of the MLA focused sessions, both formally through the preparation of quality reports and informally, and deal with any issues as they arise.

Analyse feedback from students and staff to inform improvements in teaching delivery.

Contribute to programme evaluation and curriculum review processes.

Sensory and Physical Demands
Work to achieve a high level of precision and accuracy in all aspects of the role.

Keep up to date with new technologies and approaches that support day to day activities.

Balance pressures of teaching, research, and administrative demands.

Uses PC or laptop and other presentation/audio-visual equipment.

Manage competing demands associated with academic leadership, teaching and administrative responsibilities.

Work Environment
Demonstrate commitment to, and support of, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion.

Pro-actively contribute to administration, recruitment activities and to the collegial work environment.

Has an awareness of the University Health and Safety policies and procedures and knows how to report an incident if required, this includes risks and accidents.

Has ability to adapt to various work environments, both on and off campus.

Ability to make use of both hybrid working as required, and virtual meetings, alongside in person engagements.

Contribute to the collegial and professional culture of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences.

Pastoral Care and Welfare
Act as a personal tutor in the undergraduate Medical School

Working with academic support, provide advice on study skills and help students with learning problems, as required.

Report to the Concerns Group any student obviously experiencing problems during the unit.

Team Development
Help shape an environment where less experienced colleagues can learn and develop.

Engage in continuous professional development.

Support staff development through mentoring, feedback and performance review processes.

Teaching and Learning
Teach as a member of a teaching team and deliver high quality undergraduate level learning.

Review on a regular basis relevant curriculum content and materials, updating when required.

Develop and apply innovative and appropriate teaching techniques and materials which create interest, understanding and enthusiasm amongst students.

Ensure that course design and delivery comply with the quality standards and regulations of the University and School.

Work with administrative staff and colleagues in the assessment team in the development and delivery of written, practical and oral assessments - including maintenance of an electronic exam question database, question writing, question review, standard setting, moderation and verification, mark checking processes and examiner recruitment to ensure that assessments are of high quality, valid and responsive to internal and external feedback.

Contribute to preparations for effective internal and external academic quality and governance processes and systems, including those associated with professional, statutory, and regulatory bodies and other accrediting organisations, especially the GMC and OfS.

Receive and respond to formal teaching evaluations, and report action taken to the Undergraduate Clinical Education Lead and Programme Executive

Work with Block and Unit Leads to maintain alignment between teaching activities and programme learning outcomes.

Contribute to curriculum development and innovation within the programme.

Support
The capability to support students, including signposting them as required to pastoral resources.

Provide guidance and support to teaching staff contributing to the year.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Experience and Knowledge
• A clinical degree in medicine MBBS/MB ChB and licence to practice in the UK.
• Completion of post-graduate qualifications in healthcare.
• Experience of teaching medical students or health professionals.
• Experience of leadership in a higher education teaching role.
• A commitment to developing as a medical educator with appropriate training.
• Experience of setting and marking assessments of various types.
• Clear evidence of organisational, administrative and IT skills
• Sound understanding of quality assurance and enhancement issues, procedures and practices

Desirable

• Experience of lecturing asynchronously and via alternative methodologies, including proficient use of collaboration platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Moodle VLE

Experience
Essential

• Communication
• Excellent inter-personal and communications skills
• Ability to articulate the Faculty's objectives in a way that encourages others to engage with the vision
• Ability to exercise discretion and tact and maintain confidentiality.
• Liaison
• A proven ability to work co-operatively with colleagues and contribute to multi-disciplinary projects.
• The ability to proactively and reactively liaise with internal and external contacts to build relationships, disseminate information and co-ordinate activities in a timely and effective manner.
• Decision Making
• The ability to make timely and considered decisions, seeking guidance from senior staff where necessary, which will typically have a minimal impact for individuals or limited groups of individuals across a specific domain or cohort.
• Initiative
• Ability to innovate in relation to the development of the faculty's taught programmes.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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 Buckingham Medical School
Address: Hunter Street, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire, MK18 1EG, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Faculty Registrar
Mrs Anthea Bailey
View email address on meeveem.com

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.