SWL FELLOWSHIPS
The SWL scheme closed to new entrants on 31st March 2024 and concludes on the 31st March 2026.
The SWL SPIN New to Practice Fellowship scheme is aimed at newly qualified GPs within 1 year of CCT, and new to practice GPNs within 1 year of joining general practice within primary care, supporting permanent roles in South West London.
The scheme aims to support practice & PCN recruitment and retention by supporting the creation of new, innovative roles within a supportive employment package.
Fellows on our programmes have access to:
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Up to 2 funded sessions per week, over 2 years, to undertake specific CPD
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Links to host organisations to complete CPD (second session optional) - see host portfolio opportunities link below
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PG Certificate in Healthcare Practice (optional)
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SPIN Fellowship Programme Director, for SWL
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Monthly facilitated peer support & networking
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Primary Care Induction
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Access to a Mentor
Hear all about fellowships on the Primary Care UK podcast HERE.
Paul Newcombe, SPIN host
Paul Newcombe, Deputy Dean Healthcare Education at the University of Roehampton shares his experience of hosting a medical education fellowship for both GPs and GPNs.
Alex Lang, SPIN host
Alex Lang, Head of Transformation for Long-term conditions at South West London Health and Care Partnership, shares the benefits of supporting the SPIN fellowship, from the perspective of a host employer.