Our trailblazer programmes allow motivated trainees and recently qualified GPs to work in practices in areas of socio-economic deprivation. The aim is to develop the skills, knowledge, experience and resilience to stay working in these challenging, but incredibly rewarding environments and to help practices in under-doctored areas to recruit and retain GPs.
The scheme started in 2018 in Yorkshire and the Humber and was closely modelled on the Deep End pioneer scheme in Scotland. In 2020, after two amazingly evaluated cohorts, we were delighted to expand the GP fellowship programme to other parts of England, including the East of England, East and West Midlands, the South West and the North East.
The Trailblazer programme includes:
1) Innovative Trailblazer Training rotations for more than 60 GP Specialty Trainees in Yorkshire and Humber
2) Local Trailblazer GP Fellowships in areas of England
3) A national once monthly Trailblazer GP Educational programme that brings together our trailblazers for continuing professional development
