Faculty Development

Primary Care Education Faculty Development 

The Faculty Development Group (FDG) within CBME offers a comprehensive programme of professional development opportunities designed to inspire and support GP tutors at every stage of their educational journey. Delivered throughout the academic year in both online and face-to-face formats, our sessions provide practical skills, fresh ideas, and valuable opportunities to connect with fellow educators from across north-east London. 

We are delighted to warmly welcome all GP tutors to these events and look forward to supporting you in developing your educational practice, sharing experiences, and strengthening our vibrant community of clinical educators. 

GP Tutor: Educator Connect

Connect, collaborate and develop as an educator. 

Educator Connect is our new series of in-person half-day workshops (2-4:30pm). Developed in response to feedback from our previous Educator Workshop programme, these sessions provide dedicated time and space to explore the realities of teaching medical students in primary care. Designed to be interactive and discussion-led, Educator Connect offers a deeper dive into educational practice and the challenges faced by today's GP teachers. 

Sessions will focus on: 

• Practical approaches to teaching in primary care 

• Managing common challenges and difficult situations 

• Sharing ideas and learning from peers 

• Developing your confidence and skills as an educator 

These workshops are also an excellent opportunity to build professional networks and engage with a community of passionate medical educators. 

Priority is given to clinicians working in practices currently hosting QMUL medical students, with places allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. A certificate of attendance will be provided for your portfolio.

We also welcome new ideas for future workshops, please email us at: cbme-event@qmul.ac.uk with your suggestions.  

GP Tutor: Introduction to Teaching 

Start your teaching journey with confidence. 

This interactive one-day, face-to-face course is designed for GPs who are new to undergraduate teaching, as well as experienced educators looking to refresh and strengthen their teaching practice. 

Through practical workshops and discussion, participants will explore key aspects of effective clinical teaching, including: 

• What makes an outstanding clinical teacher 

• Creating a supportive and effective feedback culture 

• Planning and delivering a successful student induction 

 Delivered twice each academic year, this highly valued course equips new GP tutors with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to support medical students effectively in primary care settings. Attendance is mandatory for all new GP tutors.  

GP Tutor: Lunch and Learn

Bite-sized educational development with big impact. 

Lunch and Learn is our new monthly online series for GP tutors and educators, building on the success of our previous Educator Workshops.

These engaging sessions explore current and emerging topics in medical education and provide a collaborative environment for tutors to share ideas, discuss challenges, and learn from one another. 

Whether you are looking to stay up to date, share experiences, or gain new teaching strategies, Lunch and Learn provides a convenient and stimulating opportunity for professional development. The sessions are held monthly on alternate Wednesdays and Thursdays from 1.00 to 2.00pm 

CBME GP Annual Education Day 

Celebrate, learn and be inspired. 

Held annually each spring, the CBME GP Annual Education Day brings together GP tutors from across our teaching community for a day of learning, connection and celebration. 

The programme includes: 

• Inspirational keynote speakers and educational workshops 

• Tutor and student presentations 
• Sharing of good practice and educational innovations 

• Awards recognising contributions to community-based medical education 

• Updates from the CBME team and opportunities to network with colleagues 

Whether you are new to teaching or an experienced tutor, the day provides an opportunity to exchange ideas, celebrate achievements, and connect with others involved in undergraduate medical education.