Supported Return to Training (SRTT)

Supported Return to Training (SRTT) is designed to help doctors transition back into training after time away for reasons such as parental leave, illness, or academic work. The scheme makes sure trainees are not isolated while out of programme and can access resources or funding tailored to their needs. Plans for returning are agreed with the employer and education team to ensure a safe and confident start back in training.

Further information is available here: Health Education England – Supported Return to Training.

The SRTT Champion at NELFT is Dr Amber Selwood - amber.selwood@nelft.nhs.uk.

Less Than Full Time Training (LTFT)

The intention of less than full time training (LTFT) is to keep doctors in training where full-time training is not practical for well-founded individual reasons. Increasing numbers of doctors now choose LTFT, and it is strongly supported by the NHS Long Term Plan. At NELFT, the LTFT Champion promotes flexible training, supports trainees in resolving issues, and works to improve the culture of flexibility across medical training.

More guidance on LTFT is available here: NHS England – Less Than Full Time Training.

The LTFT Champion is Dr Amber Selwood — amber.selwood@nelft.nhs.uk.

Guardian of Safe Working (GoSWH)

The Guardian of Safe Working (GoSWH) ensures junior doctors are rostered safely and that working patterns comply with contractual requirements. This includes monitoring exception reports, escalating unresolved concerns, and intervening where patient or doctor safety is at risk. The Guardian also redistributes funds received from penalties to improve the training experience and co‑chairs the Resident Doctors’ Forum, a regular meeting where management, trainees, and representatives discuss issues affecting training.

More information on the Guardian role is available here: NHS Employers – Guardian of Safe Working Hours.

The GoSWH Champion at NELFT is Dr Neha Rawat — neha.rawat@nelft.nhs.uk.