The next commencement date for this module is the first week of October 2020. (Occasionally delivery dates might be subject to change – always check with the module lead or Professional Development Unit).
GP Support
Return to Practice
GPs
The GP Induction and Refresher (I&R) Scheme provides a safe, supported and direct route for qualified GPs to join or return to NHS general practice in England. If you are a GP looking to return to practice, the Training Hub, in conjunction with NHS England, can offer you a package of support to help you back into the workplace. This includes:
- Financial support
- Educational support
- Peer support
- Individual one to one support
There are three main routes to support returning GPs:
Route 1- Refresher Scheme
For GP’s who have had a break of 2 years or more who would like to return to practice.
Route 2- Induction Route
Support GP’s who have qualified abroad and not worked in the NHS.
Route 3- Portfolio Route
For GPs who have trained or qualified in the UK but working abroad for less than 10 years’ experience. Portfolio evidence of skills can be submitted.
NHS England GP returner scheme
Nurses
Plymouth University support nurses to complete all NMC requirements for returning to practice. You can find details on the University course below, and Cornwall Training Hub will support nurses wishing to return to General Practice to find suitable supportive placements. Please contact us if you would like help returning to practice.
Returning from Maternity
If you are returning from maternity, the Training Hub can offer you coaching or mentoring to help you build confidence, refresh and upskill or manage the transition back to work. Find out more about coaching and mentoring opportunities here. We are also exploring the delivery of a bespoke GP update course for those on maternity leave, to support them in their return.
GP Retention Scheme
This is a national scheme supported by NHS England to support GPs with finance and education to remain in practice who otherwise might be considering leaving the profession.
GPs can remain in session for a maximum of 4 sessions per week, 208 sessions per year which includes CPD and educational support. For further information and guidance please refer to the NHS England website or visit the BMA.
The Training Hub is able to host GP retainers on behalf of practices in Cornwall in partnership with Kernow Health CIC. The GP can then work at a practice or across a PCN. This is a new offer; therefore please contact us to register your interest in hearing further details about the scheme.
If you are a GP practice who would like to become a retainer, please contact us at:
If you are interested in return to nursing please contact kernowhealthcic.workforce@nhs.net
For more information see University link
Module dates
The module commences the first week of October 2020.
(Occasionally delivery dates might be subject to change – always check with the module lead or Professional Development Unit).
GP returners- Rapid Training Support
Please find attached a support guide to help you upskill as required returning to the NHS during Covid-19.
SuppoRTT – digital and online resources for GPs
Supporting doctors returning to training after time out
You can find more details on education and training here.
An education guide supporting returning GP’s can also be found on the South west deanery page here