Volunteering Opportunities

Call for Forth Valley Scottish Board Representative

We are currently recruiting for a member from the Forth Valley region of Scotland to sit on the RCEM Scotland Board. The candidate will act as the spokesperson for doctors working in the Forth Valley on the RCEM Scotland Board.

The representative will communicate with other clinicians in the region and raise any relevant issues with the RCEM Scotland Board, as well as communicating relevant information from these committees back to members.

The board’s goal is to represent the voices of the hundreds of Emergency Medicine consultants, trainees, specialty doctors and ACP’s that work in emergency care in Scotland.

We are all facing immense challenges within our system and stretched primary care services – together we can find realistic and feasible solutions. We seek to strengthen our network, both to aid our members wellbeing and to aid delivery of consistent high-quality care to our patient population.

You do not need prior experience to apply for this role.

The role includes these additional responsibilities.

• Act as a local point of contact for colleagues and peers on issues relating to the objectives of the College, including professional standards, clinical standards, research, education and CPD, training, policy, and other professional matters.
• Represent your profession, gathering information to inform the Scotland Chair, as well as to provide a mechanism for the flow of information, ideas, and documents from the College to colleagues and peers.
• Bring an understanding of the issues and successes in urgent and emergency care closer to the population we care for.
• Attend four National board meetings a year (in-person in Edinburgh or virtually) and support the work of the Board.
• Engage with emails and information pertaining to the Board, College and speciality.
• Willing to support the work of the National Board and representing the membership in the Region at Board meetings.
• Support marking the abstracts for the Scottish conference

To be eligible to become a National Board Member you need to meet these requirements:

• Fellow of the College in good standing
• Be a UK registered doctor or health professional in good standing with your regulator with no limitations on practice and, where appropriate, a licence to practice
• Have a track record that will not negatively impact the College’s own reputation
• Employed in a current substantive post in the region on which you will serve on the Board in the UK or Republic of Ireland for at least one year*
• Strong interpersonal skills and able to build consensus with colleagues.
• Experience of participating constructively in meetings.
• Ability to listen and communicate clearly.
• Time commitment is approximately 1-2 PAs per quarter.

If you are interested in applying, please fill out the Nomination Form and send to policy@rcem.ac.uk.

The closing data for applications is Friday 4^th April

Applications Open for Regional Boards

We have an exciting opportunity for members to get involved in College work!

We are now recruiting members to join our new Regional Boards. We currently have regional Boards in the East of England, South Central, South East Coast, South West, West Midlands, and Yorkshire and Humber regions.

A Regional Board Member is an Associate Member, Member or Fellow* of the College who is appointed on behalf of the Council to the role.

The role includes these additional responsibilities.

• Act as a local point of contact for colleagues and peers on issues relating to the objectives of the College, including professional standards, clinical standards, research, education and CPD, training, policy, and other professional matters.
• Represent your localities, gathering information to inform the Regional Chair, RCEM Council and Officers, as well as to provide a mechanism for the flow of information, ideas, and documents from the College to colleagues and peers.
• Bring an understanding of the issues and successes in urgent and emergency care closer to the population we care for.
• Attend four regional board meetings a year and support the work of the Board.
• Engage with emails and information pertaining to the Board, College and speciality.
• Willing to support the work of the Regional Board and representing the membership in the Region at Board meetings.
• Support the Regional Chair in their activities and duties.

Who can get involved?

To be eligible to become a Regional Board Member you need to meet these requirements:

• Associate Member, Member or Fellow* of the College in good standing
• Be a UK registered doctor or health professional in good standing with your regulator with no limitations on practice and, where appropriate, a licence to practice
• Have a track record that will not negatively impact the College’s own reputation
• Employed in a current substantive post in the region on which you will serve on the Board in the UK or Republic of Ireland usually for at least one year
• Strong interpersonal skills and able to build consensus with colleagues.
• Experience of participating constructively in meetings.
• Ability to listen and communicate clearly.
• Time commitment is approximately 1-2 PAs per quarter.

If you work in a region where there is no Board, contact the Policy and Public Affairs team to discuss other ways to get involved.

What experience is needed?

No previous College experience is necessary – just an interest in representing your region and a passion for Emergency Medicine. We are particularly keen to engage with those new to the College.

How can I get involved?

To apply, please fill out an Expression of Interest form explaining why you would like to get involved in a Regional Board and send it to the email below.

For applications or further enquiries, please get in touch with our Policy team at policy@rcem.ac.uk.

SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL VICE CHAIR

Call for Nominations – Closing Date 25th April 2025

RCEM is looking for a new South Central Regional Vice Chair!

Regional Vice Chairs play a crucial and rewarding role in advocating for their region and representing their members in the College. Chairs provide leadership and act as a voice and conduit for members. Regional Chairs are extremely important, but cannot always be relied upon when they have other commitments. Vice Chairs are pivotal in these moments, standing up to the plate to make the necessary decisions.

You will work closely with RCEM’s Policy and Communications teams, who will support you in your role to engage with Members, develop regional networks and relationships with local policymakers and the media. Your contribution as South Central Regional Vice Chair will strengthen the College’s ability to flag challenges faced by emergency departments in the region and beyond, improving patient care and the working lives of members.

Who can apply?

To be eligible to become a Regional Vice Chair, you need to meet these requirements:

• A Member and Fellow of the College in good standing.
• Employed in a current substantive consultant role in the region.
• In good standing with your regulator with no limitations on practice.
• Have a track record that will not negatively impact the College’s own reputation.
• Strong interpersonal skills and able to build consensus with colleagues.
• Experience ideally of facilitating or at least participating constructively in meetings.
• Ability to listen and communicate clearly.

If you are a Fellow, work in a substantive consultant role in the South Central and you are interested in representing your region, developing your career and your influencing skills then we would be delighted to hear from you.

What experience is needed?

No previous experience with the College is necessary – just an interest in representing your region and a passion for Emergency Medicine. We are particularly keen to engage with those new to the College.

Application Process

The application process is non-competitive. To apply, please complete a nomination form, with a personal statement (max 300 words) and signatures from two Fellows who are happy to support your application.

In the event that multiple candidates apply, a ballot of eligible regional members will be conducted. In this instance we will share your statement with voting members.

For further information please see the job description, application guidance and FAQs. Please find here the Nomination form.

If you are interested in the role or have any questions, please feel welcome to get in touch with the Policy team at policy@rcem.ac.uk.

YORKSHIRE & HUMBER REGIONAL CHAIR

Call for Nominations – Closing Date 30 April 2025

RCEM is looking for a new Yorkshire & Humber Regional Chair!

Regional Chairs play a crucial and rewarding role in advocating for their region and representing their members in the College and key decision-making. Chairs provide leadership and act as a voice and conduit for members.

You will work closely with RCEM’s Policy and Communications teams, who will support you in your role to engage with Members, develop regional networks and relationships with local policymakers and the media. Your contribution as Yorkshire & Humber Regional Chair will strengthen the College’s ability to flag challenges faced by emergency departments in the region and beyond, improving patient care and the working lives of members.

Who can apply?

To be eligible to become a Regional Chair, you need to meet these requirements:

• A Member and Fellow of the College in good standing.
• Employed in a current substantive consultant role in the region.
• In good standing with your regulator with no limitations on practice.
• Have a track record that will not negatively impact the College’s own reputation.
• Strong interpersonal skills and able to build consensus with colleagues.
• Experience ideally of facilitating or at least participating constructively in meetings.
• Ability to listen and communicate clearly.

If you are a Fellow, work in a substantive consultant role in Yorkshire & Humber and you are interested in representing your region, developing your career and your influencing skills then we would be delighted to hear from you.

What experience is needed?

No previous experience with the College is necessary – just an interest in representing your region and a passion for Emergency Medicine. We are particularly keen to engage with those new to the College.

Application Process

The application process is non-competitive. To apply, please complete a nomination form, with a personal statement (max 300 words) and signatures from two Fellows who are happy to support your application.

In the event that multiple candidates apply, a ballot of eligible regional members will be conducted. In this instance we will share your statement with voting members.

For further information please see the job description, application guidance and FAQs

Please find here the Nomination form.

If you are interested in the role or have any questions, please feel welcome to get in touch with the Policy team at policy@rcem.ac.uk.

Research Committee Member

A vacancy has arisen on the Research Committee of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine.

Further details about the post can be found at https://rcem.ac.uk/board-committees-structure/ under ‘Research Committee’ in the ‘Academic Cluster’, or by contacting either Professor Matt Reed (Chair; research@rcem.ac.uk) or policy@rcem.ac.uk.

 Essential criteria:

1. A track record of involvement in research in the field of emergency medicine.
2. Must possess an enthusiasm and commitment to develop research opportunities for the Fellows and Members of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine.

Desirable characteristics:

1. Has obtained or is studying for a higher degree.
2. RCEM are engaging in critical debates about structural inequalities. We value the creativity and variety of experiences that a diverse committee can provide. As such, we particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates. We also encourage applications from candidates in the devolved nations to enhance the committee’s understanding of the issues facing researchers across the UK.

Please email enquiries and applications to: policy@rcem.ac.uk

The form can be downloaded here: Nomination Form – 2025 – Research committee rep v2.0 07 02 2025

Closing date: 5pm Friday 28^th March 2025

Call for Syllabus & Curriculum Advisor – Paediatric Emergency Medicine (PEM)

Do you have experience and expertise in curriculum development and training assessment? If so, you might be the ideal candidate for the Syllabus & Curriculum Advisor position for the Paediatric Emergency Medicine Intercollegiate Standards and Advisory Committee (PEMISAC).

As the Syllabus & Curriculum Advisor, you will be responsible for overseeing and developing the Paediatric Emergency Medicine (PEM) training programme within the Royal College of Emergency Medicine (RCEM) and the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH). You will lead developments in syllabus and assessment, collaborating with key stakeholders to uphold and disseminate high training standards. You will also attend relevant meetings with external bodies such as the GMC, COPMed, and AoMRC to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements. Additionally, you will support the Global Emergency Medicine work of the Colleges when required.

To be eligible for this role, you must be:
✔ A Fellow of RCEM in good standing.
✔ On the GMC Specialist Register for Emergency Medicine.
✔ A Consultant Emergency Physician with at least three years in a substantive UK or Republic of Ireland post.
✔ A PEM accredited Educational Supervisor and trainer in a school structure or devolved nation.
✔ Experienced in curriculum development, assessment frameworks, and regulatory compliance.
✔ A strong communicator with leadership and organisational skills, capable of working independently and collaboratively.

The appointment is through self-nomination and formal interview by the RCEM Co-Chair of PEMISAC, Dean, and one other RCEM official. The post will require 0.25 PA per week, in addition to attending three 2-hour PEMISAC meetings per year – two of which are usually held online and one face-to-face in London. Most of the work will be conducted via video conference, telephone, and email.

This is an honorary position, though reasonable travel and subsistence expenses will be reimbursed in line with College policy.

How to Apply
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please send your CV and a cover letter explaining your suitability for the role to training@rcem.ac.uk by 11th April 2025

Full Job Description

RCEM Assessors – GreenED Accreditation (Honorary Position)

The College is looking to recruit a pool of Assessors to assist the GreenED Sub-Committee in the programme accreditation process. Ideally Assessors will have experience and interest in sustainability initiatives.

How to Apply: 

To apply for the position please send 1-page max personal statement and a CV to the team by emailing GreenED@rcem.ac.uk by 17th of March. 

About the GreenED Accreditation:  

GreenED is an RCEM initiative to measure and reduce the environmental impact of UK Emergency Departments (EDs). The web-based GreenED programme is centred on a framework for evidence-based actions EDs can take to improve sustainability, divided into bronze, silver and gold levels. Successfully completing all actions at a given level leads to formal accreditation from RCEM. By taking part in GreenED, hospitals can develop and embed environmentally sustainable practices, reduce departmental costs and improve patient care.

Accountable To: 

Environmental Special Interest Group (ESIG) Chair, sitting within RCEM’s Clinical Quality Cluster. 

Key Working Relationships: 

As a College Assessor for the GreenED Accreditation, you will be joining and engaging with other members of the GreenED sub-committee, which is part of ESIG. The role will also involve working closely with the RCEM Quality Team. 

Role Responsibilities: 

The Assessor role is a volunteer role for registered RCEM members. Assessors represent RCEM on the GreenED Assessor panel, with responsibilities including: 

• Review submissions assigned by the GreenED team within 3 weeks of receiving the review link from Quality Team Support. 

• Assess each action based on evidence, comparing it to assessment standards. 

• Provide detailed feedback in the relevant sections. 

• If feedback is split, a third-party referee will be consulted. 

• Complete the assessment, sign it, and submit for logging in the portal. 

• Ensure email notification is sent to confirm the submission is ready for viewing. 

Person Specification: 

• Assessors must have an interest in environmental sustainability. 

• Assessors must be a member of RCEM in good standing. 

• Assessors must be working in active practice. 

• Assessors must consent to their contact details being provided to GreenED Leads. 

What can you expect from us? 

• Become part of a network of colleagues with similar values tacking the threat of climate change by working towards net zero NHS targets for our specialty. 

• Support and guidance in the role from the GreenED team at RCEM. 

• This is an honorary post, and no financial honorarium is offered for the postholder. 

• Meetings will take place virtually.  

What can we expect from you?  

• Be able to attend a virtual 90 mins training session with the GreenED Leads in late March/April 2025 (exact date TBD) 

• Be able to offer the time commitment required to review at least 2 accreditation submissions from 1+ site(s) within the assessment months – April and May 2025.  This will be approximately 90 mins per site per level i.e. at least 3 hours time commitment per assessor.  

• Compare the evidence for each action against the Accreditation Standards. 

• Inform the College if you have any professional relationship or conflict of interest with any of the EDs you are assigned to assess. 
• Attend Final Review Meetings with a fellow Assessor to compare assessments and determine your final review/feedback. These will be approximately 90 mins per site per level i.e. at least 3 hours of time commitment per assessor.  
• Give as much notice as possible if you can no longer attend a Final Review Meeting and work with the GreenED team to find a rescheduled time. 
• Help with GreenED queries relating to issues with site submissions forwarded by RCEM staff if required.

If you have further questions which are not answered above, our team will be happy to help. Please email GreenED@rcem.ac.uk with your query and we will respond as soon as possible.  

Frequently Asked Questions

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Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Response Professional Advisory Group Chair (Honorary Post)

RCEM is looking for a current EM consultant or SAS doctor to join the Emergency
Preparedness, Resilience and Response Professional Advisory Group (EPRR PAG) as Chairperson

Job Description

Accountable To:

RCEM Council, RCEM Quality Cluster Lead (RCEM Vice President) and RCEM Quality in
Emergency Care Committee (QECC) Chair.

Key Working Relationships:

The Chair will work closely with the QECC Chair and other Committee Chairs within the Quality
Cluster. The role will also involve working closely with the RCEM Quality Team

Committee Remit:

To provide expert advice to the College on EPRR and:

• To prepare specialty input for Council approval on the development of national EPRR
  guidance being developed by NHSE, UKHSE or other national bodies for use by EDs
  including for major incidents; CBRNE (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and
  high yield Explosives) incidents and other EPRR specialist incidents.
• Create, implement and maintain a system to link Emergency Department EPRR leads
  (multi-professional group) to share information as early as possible and to include links
  to National Ambulance Resilience Unit (NARU) and NHS bodies.

Role Purpose:

As a Chair your primary role will be to lead the EPRR PAG in the development and
implementation of the workplan and chairing EPRR PAG meetings. The role also involves
maintaining relevant sections of the College website and ensuring effective communication
and collaboration with various stakeholders.
This role will be for three years, potentially renewable for a further three years if a second term
is applied for. This is an honorary post and, while no financial honorarium is offered for the
postholder, the College will reimburse all post related expenses (e.g. travel to meetings).

Role Responsibilities:

• Plan and oversee the EPRR PAG’s strategy

• Chair regular virtual meetings and one funded face-to-face meeting a year with the PAG members

• Attend quarterly QECC meetings along with Chairs from the other QECC Committees

• Collaborate and engage with internal and external stakeholders on embedding emergency preparedness, resilience and response into Emergency Medicine

• Attend key local and national events relating to emergency preparedness, resilience and response

• Oversee organisation of events, including study days

• Adhere to RCEM’s Code of Conduct

What can you expect from us?
The chance to:

• Influence Emergency Medicine policy and produce cutting edge new guidance

• Meet and collaborate with new consultants / Emergency Medicine staff with similar values, as well as multi-disciplinary colleagues

• Become involved in the development of Emergency Medicine study days and presentations

• Represent RCEM at stakeholder events

• Support and guidance in the role from the RCEM Quality Team and Quality Cluster Lead

What can we expect from you?

• Attend and chair all emergency preparedness, resilience and response meetings (formal quarterly meetings with ad-hoc additional meetings as required. One of the quarterly meetings per annum can be face to face)

• Make decisions on behalf of the Committee and escalate any concerns to the QECC Chair or Quality Cluster Lead

• Attend / nominate attendance at other meetings to represent the College where required

• Draft a biannual Committee Workplan and report for RCEM Council

How to apply:

To apply for the position please send a single A4 page personal statement and a CV to Hollie
Shooter by emailing quality@rcem.ac.uk. Please ensure your personal statement covers your
relevant experience and how you meet the person specification below.

Interviews will be conducted by the QECC Chair and a member of the Quality Team. The most
suitable applicant will be recommended by the QECC Chair. Please note that interviews are
likely to be carried out via video conference. The deadline for applications is 10am on 7th April
2025

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Toxicology Special Interest Group (SIG)
Committee Chair (Honorary Post)

The College is looking to recruit a new Chair for the Toxicology Special Interest Group
(SIG). The ideal candidate should have a demonstrable interest and expertise in
toxicology, along with at least two years of experience working in a UK emergency
department as a senior clinical decision-maker.

Accountable to: Quality in Emergency Care Committee (QECC).

Key working relationships: As Chair, you will lead, coordinate, and inspire the members of
the Toxicology Special Interest Group (SIG), a key committee within the Quality in
Emergency Care Committee (QECC) under the Quality Care Cluster. The Toxicology SIG
plays a crucial role in addressing toxicology-related challenges across the Royal College of
Emergency Medicine (RCEM). Additionally, it collaborates with the National Poisons
Information Service (NPIS) to ensure the availability of essential antidotes for emergency
departments—an integral aspect of patient care.

In this role, you will work closely with the RCEM Quality Team and the Chair of QECC, currently
James France, to foster collaboration and drive forward toxicology initiatives that enhance
emergency care standards.

Role responsibilities: The Toxicology SIG Chair will lead / oversee the activity of the
committee and chair committee meetings, liaise with other committees and external bodies
where relevant.

Committee remit: Devise a strategy and work programme for approval by the Best Practice
Sub-Committee focussed on improving the care for toxicology patients presenting to the
Emergency Department.

What can you expect from us?
• You will have the opportunity to:
• Influence EM policy and produce cutting edge new guidance.
• Meet and collaborate with consultants and EM staff who share similar values.
• Participate in the development of EM study days and presentations.
• Represent RCEM at stakeholder events.
• Receive support and guidance in the role from the RCEM Quality Team and cluster
chair.

This is an honorary post and while no financial honorarium is offered for the postholder,
the College will reimburse all post-related expenses (e.g. travel to meetings).

What can we expect from you?
• Attend and chair all Toxicology SIG committee meetings (Formal Quarterly virtual
meetings with ad hoc additional meetings as required. One of the quarterly meetings per
annum would be face to face).
• Represent the College at other meetings when necessary.
• Offer the time commitment required to proactively support and contribute to the group’s
ongoing strategy and workstreams.
• Provide innovative ideas to further embed toxicology expertise into the ED.
• Champion toxicology initiatives within your own ED, promoting and encouraging
engagement with toxicology interventions.
• Share and promote RCEM committee work within your own professional community.
• Review or contribute to national bodies’ work when requested.
• Assist with RCEM member queries concerning toxicology issues forwarded by RCEM
staff.
• Collaborate and engage with relevant faculties, institutions, and agencies, to embed
toxicology into emergency medicine, (such as Health Education England, NICE,
academic institutions).

How to apply: To apply for the position please send a CV and single A4 page personal
statement to Caitlin Lindsay-Smith – Caitlin.Lindsay-Smith@rcem.ac.uk by 11/04/2025.

Your personal statement should outline your relevant experience and how you meet the
person specification. Please note that interviews will likely be conducted via Zoom or
telephone call.

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Chair of the RCEM Public Health Special Interest
Group (SIG)

This is an honorary position.

Applications close on the 2nd May 2025.

An opportunity to chair this exciting and innovative specialist interest group for a term
of 3 years. The RCEM Public Health Special Interest Group was established in
January 2017 with the vision to provide an integrated approach to strengthening the
interface between public health and emergency care in order to improve health
outcomes for communities.

We hope to achieve this vision through:

• sharing the vision with health care workers nationally and internationally
•  working with partners in the development of policies, research, training, and
  clinical practice related to EM and PH
•  fostering an environment that encourages health care workers to pursue their
  professional interests in this field

The chair’s role is to:•

• Plan and oversee the SIG’s strategy
•  Have regular virtual meetings and one funded face to face meeting a year
  with the SIG members
• Attend the quarterly Quality in Emergency Care (QECC) meetings at the
  RCEM as part of the Best Practice Committe
• Collaborate and engage with internal and external stakeholders on
  embedding public health into emergency medicine including the Faculty of
  public health, HEE, PHE, ROSPA, Academy of public health
• Attend key local and national public health events
• Oversee organisation of events including study days

Person specifications:

• An NHS EM consultant with a keen interest in public health
• Excellent communication skills, leading a team and collaborative working
• Experience in public health project management, policy writing and
  implementation is desirable

For further information about the role please feel free to contact the committee
administrator, Amy Stanton at amy.stanton@rcem.ac.uk.

How to apply
Email amy.stanton@rcem.ac.uk with your CV and no more than 500 words explaining your suitability for the role and how you meet the person specifications

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MRCEM Primary Deputy Lead Examiner

The MRCEM Primary Deputy Lead Examiner role at the Royal College of Emergency Medicine (RCEM) supports the lead to ensure the effective development and governance of the MRCEM Primary examinations, maintaining high standards of validity, reliability, and fairness.

Working closely with the MRCEM Primary Lead, Chief Examiner, examiners, the examinations team, the role involves training Examiners, assisting with working groups, standard setting and managing examination materials and maintaining the Theory Item Bank. The MRCEM Deputy Lead Examiner also represents the College at the examinations committee.

Download Job Description, Key Responsibilities, Personal Specification

How to Apply: Please submit the following documents to examqands@rcem.ac.uk using ‘MRCEM Primary Deputy Lead – application’ in the subject line of your email

• A brief covering letter (2 pages max) which demonstrates your suitability for the role in relation to your skills and experience as noted in the person specification.
• A short CV which demonstrates ways in which you match the requirements of this role noted in
the person specification.

CLosing Date: Monday 28th April 2025

Selection Process

Applications will be reviewed against the person specification and successful applicants will be invited to interview. Interviews will be remote via Zoom with dates to be confirmed.

If you have any questions in relation to the role, please contact examqands@rcem.ac.uk

Lay Trustee

We’re looking for a leader with vision and a passion for the work of the College. We expect that our Trustees play a very important role at the Royal College of Emergency Medicine (RCEM).

Decisions made by the Board of Trustees will help set the direction of our charity, play an essential role in decision-making and have a major influence on the success of our work. Becoming a trustee is a fantastic way to make a difference for our organisation and our vital work in local communities.

Trustees are responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction for RCEM and for developing the organisation’s aims, objectives and goals in accordance with governing documents as well as financial, legal and regulatory guidelines. You can find out more about the roles and responsibilities of Trustees on the gov.uk website guide called: The Essential Trustee https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-essential-trustee-what-you-need-to-know-cc3

How to apply: email your application in terms of a covering letter and CV to Anthea.Adams@rcem.ac.uk

Closing date: Midnight on 12 May 2025

Interview dates: Expected to be held in the first week of July 2025.

Download a copy of the role profile, person specifications, and FAQs for the role.

No, certainly not. Our committee roles are open to all members not just those who have worked in Emergency Medicine for years! This includes trainees. We are always keen to help those who have not previously had a role with us to get involved.

Absolutely! We are very keen to encourage those who have not been involved in the College to apply; if you have the skills and the passion, please do apply.
We can provide induction into College processes to support those who are not familiar with committees in the medical Royal College sector.

Yes! You might think that you do not have the experience, but if you are working in the field of Emergency Medicine, you probably do!
Aside from clinical skills, Emergency Medicine requires a depth of interpersonal skills: management, communication, influencing skills for example. Emphasise the skills you have, and think about soft skills such as communication, leadership, and team working.

To apply we ask you to write a one-page personal statement. This statement is an opportunity for you to explain why you are suitable for and interested in the role and detail your objectives for your time as a committee member.

Before you write your application, you should study the role profile in detail. Pay particular attention to the member specification aspect of the profile and ensure your application addresses the points outlined.

College staff are currently working remotely, and we will utilise video conferencing and other media to reduce the need for travel. We expect that duties will be primarily conducted from your normal place of work or from the comfort of your own home. Committee meetings take place 4 times per year on average.

It is highly unlikely that there will be regular face-to-face committee meetings in 2021, however if RCEM decides to meet once it is safe to do so then travel expenses will be covered as per our Expenses Policy. RCEM staff member responsible for Regional Chair recruitment can provide more information.

For the committee member roles, we welcome applications from College Fellows working in the region advertised. We encourage all fellows to apply, regardless of how experienced you are or how long you have been a fellow for. For this SIG, we are encouraging SAS, Nurse, trainee and ACP grade EM staff to apply. You do not need to be a Fellow to join this SIG.

Given the pressures the system is experiencing, we do understand that our Members and Fellows are needed for frontline services. However, there is often support provided to allow some recognition for College work, particularly as it can be developmental. In the past, the Chief Medical Officers have written to Trusts about this (see attached letter) and if you need help in how to approach your Trust for help please let us know.

Absolutely! The College is always here to support you in the role and with all responsibilities and duties you may have. We can send out email communications on your behalf to all members in the region and those in the College more generally. We take responsibility for organising any meetings as well as setting up and providing guidance with regional press coverage. We want to ensure that you can carry out the role to the best of your abilities and are therefore happy to provide as much support as you need to fulfil the role effectively.

Get in touch with us! We would be very happy to talk to you.
Email: quality@rcem.ac.uk