Support for GP Registrars

 Additional help and support is available for registrars with health related problems or educational issues.

I am struggling with my training –who can I speak to for help?

 At times you may feel overwhelmed and feel that you are starting to struggle with your training. This is common and it is better to seek help as soon as you recognise this rather than waiting until it is too late. There are many people who you can turn to for support. This may only be for a chat or for more structured or formal help.

 Your Supervisor, Tutor Group TPD, TPDs, Programme Support Officer, HR Officer and Occupational Health colleagues can offer an array of solutions or help that you may not have even thought of so please do get in touch.

Training Programme Support

We have a formal system called Training Programme Support (TPS) that is used for registrars who have requested help. In addition, all registrars who have had adverse panel outcomes, or unsuccessful exam outcomes are placed on TPS. This is a supportive process and your tutor group TPD will inform you if you are placed on TPS. Additional support will be offered to you according to your learning needs.

I am struggling with my mental health what can I do?

 Please make contact with your TPD, Supervisor, Programme Support Officer or HR Officer to ask for help and advice. Feeling down, anxious, stressed, lonely, lost, or worried is something that we can try to help you with. If you have any concerns or queries about any aspect of your training or employment, please let us know.

For mental health and psychological issues, we would encourage you to also make an appointment with your own GP to seek further support and you can also self-refer to the NHS Practitioner Service to access help.

All of the details for the NHS Practitioner Health Programme can be found here:https://www.practitionerhealth.nhs.uk/

 I failed an Exam what can I do - What can be done to support me?

 Failing an exam can be very stressful and anxiety provoking. If you have failed an Exam please reach out for support. Speak to your Educational Supervisor and TPD’s.

A meeting will be set up with your Tutor TPD to discuss your Exam fail and a plan will be made as to how best to help you succeed.

Please also see Exam Game Plan Resources

SOX (Support on Exams)

Details of the SOX Programme for SCA Exam Support are available at  https://madeinheene.hee.nhs.uk/general_practice/Trainees/SOX-Support-on-Exams

There is also a registrar resource known as the Exam Game Plan that helps registrars identify reasons for Exam fail. Please ask a TPD.

Dyslexia –what can be done to support me?

There is extra support for registrars with Dyslexia to help sit exams. Please arrange to meet with your Supervisor/Trainer or TPD to ask for support. They will then direct you to the British Dyslexia Association website to carry out a screening test.

 https://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/

I am returning to work after a prolonged absence - What support is available?

Supported Return to Work

Supported Return to Training (SuppoRTT) is a centrally funded Health Education England (HEE) initiative which aims to support ALL registrars to safely and confidently return to training after a sustained period of absence.

 https://www.hee.nhs.uk/our-work/supporting-doctors-returning-training-after-time-out

Support Services

Additional help and support is available for registrars with health related problems or educational issues. If you require help or information about additional support services we would strongly encourage you to speak to a training programme director or our programme coordinator. There are specialist services for health and educational support provided for NHSE through the Lead Employer Trust.  https://www.nenc-leademployertrust.nhs.uk/

If you need to raise a concern please use the following link: https://madeinheene.hee.nhs.uk/general_practice/Trainees/Raising-concerns-information-for-GP-Trainees

NHSE “Support for registrars” page is available here

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