Specialised Foundation Programme (SFP) – Frequently Asked Questions and Who to Contact
How do I find out about available bursaries?
Unfortunately, bursaries are not provided for SFP posts.
How do I find out about upcoming opportunities for SFP posts?
Vacancies on the SFP programme are advertised on Oriel in September each year for posts commencing the following August
I have a query about a post which has been advertised
Please contact HEE at Foundation Recruitment (EOE) foundationrecruitment.eoe@hee.nhs.uk
I would like more information about a post being advertised
New posts are advertised via Oriel which also gives full information for each post. Please see for further info Academic Training | East of England (hee.nhs.uk)
I have a query relating to my offer
Please contact HEE at Foundation Recruitment (EOE) foundationrecruitment.eoe@hee.nhs.uk
How do I get feedback on my interview?
It is not possible to give feedback on your application. If you require feedback on your interview, please contact HEE at Foundation Recruitment (EOE) foundationrecruitment.eoe@hee.nhs.uk
If I’m not offered a place on the program what alternatives are there to gain research experience?
The University also offers places on its Clinical Academic Fellowship programme. ACF posts are for 3 years and offer 25% research time. Posts are usually advertised in September for places stating the following August. Please see the University ACF web page at: https://www.cat.medschl.cam.ac.uk/academic-programmes/academic-clinical-fellowships-prospective-applicants/
I would like more information to do with statutory leave
Please contact the relevant HR contact at your NHS Trust
Where can I get advice on training pathways and options?
Please contact the Specialised Foundation Fellowship Programme Director, Professor Andrew McCaskie at awm41@cam.ac.uk
How do I obtain a Visitor Agreement and @cam email address to access University resources while undertaking my research?
Please contact the Postgraduate Administrator in the University Department where you will be undertaking your research. They will be able to make the arrangements to issue you with a visitor agreement.
Employer Information
The employment of the SFP trainee is with HEE and the foundation program. The Cambridge SFP scheme is linking with DGH posts in F1 in either EAFS or EBH with the second year at Addenbrookes and a 4-month research block.
The Recruitment Process
The UKFPO has a helpful document on the Academic programme
How do I change hours to less than full time?
Further information can be found on Less Than Full Time Training | East of England (hee.nhs.uk) or please contact foundationrecruitment.eoe@hee.nhs.uk
