Information for trainees
STP Induction 2026 recordings and resources to get you started
We recently held our online induction events for the new intake of STP trainees. All webinars from the STP Induction 2026, including the post-induction webinars, can be found on our website.
The post-induction webinars are mandatory webinars, so if you could not attend them you must make sure you watch the recordings.
View the resources from the STP induction 2026
As we encouraged new trainees across all of the induction events, the following resources will help you with getting started as a new trainee on the STP:
- NSHCS training standards – trainee responsibilities
- NSHCS work-based assessment standards
- STP Curricula 2026
Do you need support with your Observational Training Activities (OTAs)?
We are offering the following online sessions to support you with developing evidence for your rotation modules.
Reflective Practice for Observational Training Activities (OTAs)
Friday 20 November 2026 – 10am to 12pm
This session is for first year STP trainees. The main aim is to introduce you to reflective practice for Observational Training Activities (OTAs).
View further details and register for this webinar
Developing evidence for Observational Training Activities (OTAs)
Friday 4 December 2026 – 11am to 12:30pm
This session is for first year STP trainees. The main aims are to:
introduce you to the principles of what makes ‘good’ evidence
apply the principles to developing evidence for the OTAs
View further details and register for this webinar
Do you need support with your specialist modules?
If you are in phases 2 or 3 of the STP, you will be undertaking specialist modules where you will undertake Developmental Training Activities (DTAs) and / or Entrustable Training Activities (ETAs).
The following resources will help you to get started with the specialist modules:
- Reflective practice resources and guidance
- Developing evidence to demonstrate achievement of training activities (NHS Learning Hub)
We are offering the following online session to help you with developing evidence for your specialist modules.
Developing evidence for specialist modules in the STP
Friday 18 December 2026 – 10:30am to 12pm
This session is for STP trainees in phases 2 and 3 of the programme. The main aims are to:
- introduce you to the principles of what makes ‘good’ evidence
- apply the principles to developing evidence for the specialist Developmental Training Activities (DTAs) and Entrustable Training Activities (ETAs)
- explore reflective practice in relation to specialist DTAs and ETAs
View further details and register for this webinar
Do you need support with developing evidence for the module S-C1 Professional Foundations of Healthcare and Clinical Science?
We are offering the following online session to help you with developing evidence for the core module S-C1 Professional Foundations of Healthcare and Clinical Science.
Developing evidence for the STP module: S-C1 Professional Foundations of Healthcare and Clinical Science
Wednesday 13 January 2027 – 10:30am to 12pm
This session is for STP trainees. The main aims are to:
- introduce you to the principles of what makes ‘good’ evidence
- apply the principles to developing evidence to the core module ‘S-C1 Professional Foundations of Healthcare and Clinical Science‘
- explore reflective practice in relation to the module S-C1
View further details and register for this webinar
Do you need support with developing evidence for the module S-C4 Individual Professional Development?
We are offering the following online session to help you with developing evidence for the core module S-C4 Individual Professional Development.
Developing evidence for S-C4 Individual Professional Development
Friday 12 March 2027 – 10am to 11:30am
This session is for STP trainees. The main aims are to:
- explore strategies to support you with navigating your own professional development
- identify evidence that can be generated for each of the training activities in S-C4
- share resources which can be used for the module
- explore effective reflective practice in relation to the module S-C
View further details and register for this webinar
Sharing Good Practice webinar
Neurodiversity-affirming practice in healthcare science
Wednesday 25 November 2026 – 12pm to 12:30pm
Shirin Davies, a Clinical Scientist, will deliver a session to increase understanding of neurodiversity in the NHS workplace and explore practical ways to support neurodivergent staff to thrive rather than simply cope.
Based on the Neurodiversity-Affirming Care and Support Toolkit from Neurodiverse Connection, the session will introduce the SPACE Framework and signpost attendees to resources that can help create more inclusive, effective and supportive workplaces.
Reflective practice through verbal dialogue: a case study from a Medical Physics STP
Wednesday 9 December 2026 – 10:30am to 11am
Deirbhile Sharkey, an STP trainee and Jonathan Cole, their STP Training Officer, will describe how they co-developed a technique for reflective practice through verbal dialogue. They found that this was not only straightforward and time-efficient, but also beneficial for both learning and reflecting on work practices within the wider department.
The National Education and Training Survey (NETS) is now open – Your training, your say
The National Education and Training Survey (NETS) is your opportunity to tell NHS England about your experience of learning and training in a health or care setting.
We want to understand what is working well, the challenges you face and what would improve your experience. Your feedback will help NHS England and education and placement providers improve education and training for students and trainees and the current and future health and care workforce
Provide your feedback via the NETS survey
Volunteer with NHS Health Careers
Help us to inspire the future generation of NHS professionals by sharing your perspective as a student at NHS Health Careers events this November.
Find out more about these volunteering opportunities
Volunteer for UCL student networking event
UCL is looking for one or two current STP trainees to support a student networking event on Thursday 22 October 2026. This will involve sharing experiences of the Scientist Training Programme and a career in science with undergraduate students.
If you are interested, please contact Rebecca Ademolake, Work-Related Learning Manager, Higher Education and Development Support Institute, at r.ademolake@ucl.ac.uk
Information for Training Officers
STP Induction 2026
We recently held our online induction for the new intake of STP trainees. All webinars from the STP Induction 2026, including the post-induction webinars, can be found on our website.
The post-induction webinars are mandatory webinars, so if trainees could not attend them they must make sure they watch the recordings. Please encourage them to do so.
View the resources from the STP Induction 2026
Are you new to the role of STP trainer?
To support you and your departmental colleagues, we have created a range of resources designed to help you in the trainer role. Watch this short video to find out what resources are available.
If you are new to the role of STP Training Officer, you are expected to attend an induction webinar which will introduce you to the programme and your responsibilities.
- View a recording of the most recent webinar.
- To receive a certificate complete this short evaluation form.
The following webinar is available for all STP trainers who require an introduction to the OneFile e-portfolio. If you are unable to attend, it will be recorded and made available on our website.
STP trainers’ introduction to the OneFile e-portfolio
Thursday 5 November 2026 – 10am to 11am
If you are new the Training Officer role, join us for an introduction to OneFile, where we will show you how to navigate the system and how to get the most out of the e-portfolio software.
View further details and register for this webinar
In addition to the STP induction for new trainers, the following resources will help you with getting started as a new trainer or assessor:
- NSHCS training standards – trainer responsibilities
- NSHCS work-based assessment standards
- Sharing Good Practice resource: Developing a local induction for trainees
Do you need help with supporting your trainee with their Observational Training Activities (OTAs)?
In phase 1 of the STP, trainees will be undertaking their rotational modules where they have to complete Observational Training Activities (OTAs).
Read the NSHCS work-based assessment standards, which outline the evidence requirements for OTAs.
We are offering the following online sessions to help you to support your trainee with developing evidence for their OTAs.
Supporting and assessing reflections for Observational Training Activities (OTAs)
Wednesday 18 November 2026 – 10:30am to 12:30pm
This webinar is aimed at STP trainers and assessors. It will explore how you can support your trainees to develop their reflective practice and provide guidance on how to assess reflection for Observational Training Activities (OTAs).
View further details and register for this webinar
Supporting trainees with Observational Training Activities (OTAs)
Wednesday 2 December 2026 – 10:30am to 12pm
This session is for STP Training Officers and assessors of first year trainees. The aims of this webinar are to:
introduce you to the principles of what makes ‘good’ evidence
explore what makes ‘good’ evidence for OTAs
View further details and register for this webinar
Do you need help with supporting your trainees with their specialist modules?
In phases 2 and 3 of the STP trainees will be undertaking specialist modules where they will need to undertake Developmental Training Activities (DTAs) and / or Entrustable Training Activities (ETAs).
The following resources will help you and your trainee to get started with the specialist modules:
- Reflective practice resources and guidance
- Developing evidence to demonstrate achievement of training activities (NHS Learning Hub)
We are offering the following online session to help you to support your trainee with developing evidence for their specialist modules in phases 2 and 3 of their training.
Supporting trainees with developing evidence for specialist modules in the STP
Wednesday 16 December 2026 – 10:30am to 12pm
This is for trainers and assessors of STP trainees in phases 2 and 3 of the programme. The main aims are to:
- introduce you to the principles of what makes ‘good’ evidence
- apply the principles to developing evidence for the specialist Developmental Training Activities (DTAs) and Entrustable Training Activities (ETAs)
- explore reflective practice in relation to specialist DTAs and ETAs and how this can be assessed
View further details and register for this webinar
Do you need help with supporting your trainees with S-C1 Professional Foundations of Healthcare and Clinical Science?
We are offering the following online session to help you to support your trainee with developing evidence for the core module S-C1 Professional Foundations of Healthcare and Clinical Science.
Supporting trainees in developing evidence for the STP module: S-C1 Professional Foundations of Healthcare and Clinical Science
Friday 15 January 2027 – 10:30am to 12pm
This session is for STP trainers and assessors. The main aims are to:
- introduce you to the principles of what makes ‘good’ evidence
- apply the principles to developing evidence to the core module ‘S-C1 Professional Foundations of Healthcare and Clinical Science‘
- explore reflective practice in relation to the module S-C1
View further details and register for this webinar
Do you need help with supporting your trainees with S-C4 Individual Professional Development?
We are offering the following online session to help you to support your trainee with developing evidence for the core module S-C4 Individual Professional Development.
Supporting trainees with S-C4 Individual Professional Development
Wednesday 10 March 2027 – 11am to 12:30pm
This session is for STP trainers and assessors. The main aims are to:
- explore strategies to support trainees with navigating their own professional development
- identify evidence that can be generated by trainees for each of the training activities in S-C4
- share resources which can be used by trainees for the module
- explore effective reflective practice in relation to the module S-C4
View further details and register for this webinar
Sharing Good Practice webinar
Neurodiversity-affirming practice in healthcare science
Wednesday 25 November 2026 – 12pm to 12:30pm
Shirin Davies, a Clinical Scientist, will deliver a session to increase understanding of neurodiversity in the NHS workplace and explore practical ways to support neurodivergent staff to thrive rather than simply cope.
Based on the Neurodiversity-Affirming Care and Support Toolkit from Neurodiverse Connection, the session will introduce the SPACE Framework and signpost attendees to resources that can help create more inclusive, effective and supportive workplaces.
Reflective practice through verbal dialogue: a case study from a Medical Physics STP
Wednesday 9 December 2026 – 10:30am to 11am
Deirbhile Sharkey, an STP trainee and Jonathan Cole, their STP Training Officer, will describe how they co-developed a technique for reflective practice through verbal dialogue. They found that this was not only straightforward and time-efficient, but also beneficial for both learning and reflecting on work practices within the wider department.
Curriculum reviewers needed for a periodic review of the Pharmaceutical Sciences STP
This academic year the Pharmaceutical Sciences STP will undergo a periodic review to consider the changes required to the curriculum content. If you are involved in the delivery of the programme you can join the Curriculum Review Group as a Curriculum Reviewer. Your role will be to contribute scientific expertise to the development and maintenance of the curriculum.
Provide your feedback via the NHS England Educator Voice Survey
The Educator Voice Survey (EVS) has been developed as part of NHS England’s commitment to strengthening and supporting the educator workforce. The survey seeks to better understand the experiences of educators across healthcare learning environments, including the opportunities, challenges and support available to them in their role.
Provide your feedback via the Educator Voice Survey
OCSO Healthcare Science webinar – Research
The Office of the Chief Scientific Officer (OCSO) at NHS England would like to invite you to a healthcare science webinar series. The purpose of these webinars is to provide the latest information and engage with healthcare scientists on relevant topics.
The next webinar will focus on Research and will be on Wednesday 28 October 2026 from 12pm to 1pm.
If you would like to attend this webinar, please register your interest here. Following registration, the invite will be sent to you in a separate email.
The webinar is open to healthcare science professionals at all levels. You can also register for the CSO’s healthcare science bulletin here.
Register for the OCSO webinar on research
NHS England launches Educator Development Fundamentals framework
The Educator Development Fundamentals framework has been published to support the development of healthcare educators across all professions in the NHS workforce.
It sets out 9 core capability areas covering skills, knowledge and behaviours needed for high-quality education, supervision and assessment, from supporting safe care and inclusive practice to digital capability and continuing professional development.
The guide can be used by educators to identify development needs, by employers to support workforce planning, and by commissioners to inform service specifications.
With thanks to the broad range of organisations across healthcare, education and regulatory sectors we’ve worked with to produce the guide including, NHS trusts, ICBs, universities, professional regulators (the GPC and GMC), and ambulance services.
Read the Educator Development Fundamentals framework
Are you interested in sharing your practice?
If you or your network have developed practice that you feel could be valuable to share with your peers, please express an interest in sharing your practice via the form linked to below.
Express an interest in sharing your practice
Missed a previous edition of the STP Monthly Memo?
You will find previous copies of the STP Monthly Memo on our website.