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Supported Return to Training (SuppoRTT)

Information for postgraduate doctors

Introduction

To ensure all Postgraduate Doctors are clinically confident and fully supported when returning to training following a sustained period of absence, NHS England is committed to offering a number of  mechanisms in order to support the return to clinical practice:

  • Individualised SuppoRTT plan
  • Access to ring fenced places on pre-existing specialty specific courses and regional teaching days
  • Period of enhanced shadowing 2 weeks prior to the trainee’s return date
  • Additional funding for bespoke courses may be available

Eligibility

Access to SuppoRTT in the East of England (EoE) is available to all Postgraduate Doctors and Dentists in the region who are planning to take, or already on, an approved period of time out of training for one or more of the following reasons:

  • Parental / maternity leave exceeding 3 months
  • Out of Programme for Research (OOPR), Career Break (OOPC), Experience (OOPE)
  • Global Health Fellowship
  • Sick leave of 3 months or more
  • Doctors new to the UK  and have accepted an East of England training post (excluding Foundation as there is support in place)

Guidance 

  • Depending on the stage of your training, you will want to submit different forms: 
Pre- Absence Form Pre- Return Form Post Return Review 
  • Up to 3 months prior to leave.
  • If you have recently left training 
  • If you are returning to training within 5 months. 
  • If you have returned and would like access to SuppoRTT opportunities
  • This form is to be completed at least 2 weeks after your return to training. 

 

 

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