Clinical Attachment Programme for IMGs

Programme Structure

• Supervised hands-on experience in history-taking and clinical examinations
• Exposure to real NHS patient consultations and case discussions
• Training in documentation, prescribing, referrals, and NHS consultation models
• Structured debriefs following patient consultations
• Creation of a personalised learning plan targeting individual areas for improvement
• Participation in quality improvement (QI) projects and audits for portfolio development
• Teaching on UK guidelines, medical ethics, and effective communication
• Opportunities to accompany clinicians on home visits and nursing home ward rounds
• Observation of multidisciplinary teams, including Advanced Nurse Practitioners, clinical pharmacists, and physiotherapists
• Observation of minor surgery sessions, joint injections, implant insertions, and more

Additional Features

• Regular feedback and performance reviews
• Targeted support to address clinical and communication gaps
• Career guidance, including GP training insights, CV building, and interview preparation; attend and deliver teaching sessions with GP registrars and trainers
• Accommodation assistance (if required)

Who Should Apply?

• IMGs preparing for GMC registration or recently registered
• IMGs unfamiliar with NHS systems and clinical expectations
• Doctors seeking taster weeks in General Practice/Family Medicine
• Those wanting to gain practical experience in UK primary care

Documents Required

• Passport
• Visa (if Non-EU). We are unable to provide visa sponsorship letters
• Proof of qualification and professional registration (and translation)
• DBS / CRB / Criminal Records check from home country (and translation)
• An up-to-date CV
• GMC Registration Status (if applicable)
• A brief summary of your learning aims from the programme

Choose Your Cohort

We offer both a 6-week programme and 4-week programme. Below are the cohorts for the 4-week programme. If you require a 6-week clinical attachment, please mention this on the application form. This may be arranged upon mutual agreement and is subject to availability.

Programme Fee

• 6-week programme – £600
• 4-week programme – £500

To secure your placement, a £100 deposit is required, with the remaining balance payable according to your chosen programme.

Both the deposit and final payment are non-refundable. You may choose to make the full payment on your first day (without paying a deposit at the time of application), but this does not guarantee placement; allocations are on a first-come, first-served basis.

Application Process for Clinical Attachment

Step 1: Complete the Application Form

• Fill in the application form below (all fields are mandatory).
• Incomplete forms may delay the processing of your application.
• Please note: each cohort has a maximum of 2 placements to ensure high-quality supervision and meaningful learning opportunities, and places are allocated strictly on a first-come, first-served basis.

Step 2: Submit Your Documents

• We will review your request and confirm whether a slot is available in your chosen cohort.
• If a place is available, you will be asked to submit the required documents to syicb-barnsley.hoyland@nhs.net
• Please refer to the Documents Required section on this website for the full list.

Step 3: Secure Your Placement with Payment

• To confirm your place, payment is required as follows:
• £100 deposit – secures your attachment dates. A payment link will be sent to you via email.
• Final balance – can be either paid immediately or on the first day of your placement (amount depends on your chosen programme)
• Please note: your place will only be guaranteed once the deposit has been received.

Step 4: Optional Informal Visit

• You are welcome to arrange an informal visit before your attachment begins.
• This includes a 45-minute tour of The Hoyland Centre and the chance to meet members of our team, including doctors.
• If you wish, you may also make your deposit payment on the same day as your informal visit to secure your place.

Step 5: Induction & Start of Placement

• Your personalised timetable will be sent to you one week before your placement begins. (If you choose to make full payment on your first day, your timetable will be issued after payment is received.)
• On your first day, you will receive your welcome pack and ID badge, and attend an induction at the GP practice.

Cancellations

• If you are unable to attend your allocated cohort or wish to withdraw your application, please notify us by emailing syicb-barnsley.hoyland@nhs.net.
• Please note: any fees paid are non-refundable.

Online Application Form

Please use the following form for clinical attachment registration:

We strongly encourage applicants to review our FAQs before submitting an application.