Teams and Line Managers
This guide has been developed as a tool to signpost supervisors, managers, Health Boards, and GP Practices to resources which can assist in providing a robust induction, and ongoing pastoral support for any new IMGs joining the workforce.
Explore the resources for teams and line managers. We hope this is a useful tool for IMGs starting any medical role in NHS Scotland.
If you have any questions about the information in this guide, or you feel there is information which would be useful to add, please get in touch with the Centre for Workforce Supply at nes.cws@nhs.scot.
What you need to know
Centre for Workforce Supply (CWS) Resource Hub
Launched in 2024, this Hub hosts a range of resources for Health Boards, GP Practices, and IMGs. This includes induction and pastoral support guides, situated on the national platform TURAS. You can access the Hub via your existing TURAS email address, and new IMGs can sign up using a personal email address to gain access before they begin their role in NHS Scotland.
A Guide for Managers Supporting Internationally Educated Colleagues
A resource for line managers supporting internationally educated colleagues joining NHS Scotland.
Cultural Humility Learning Resource
An eLearning module designed to support the development of positive cultural humility values, attitudes and behaviours in the health and social care workforce in Scotland.
Scotland Deanery International Medical Graduate Induction Resources
Information for IMG doctors about preparing for life in Scotland, medical education and training options, and support schemes.
NHS Education for Scotland (NES) IMG Supervisor Course
NES provide support and guidance for clinical staff who will be acting as supervisors for IMG doctors. Contact christine.rea@nhs.scot, Manager, Medical Directorate, NES for more information.
Ongoing Active Support for IMGs in Scotland (OASIS) Programme
A programme to address specific needs of IMGs at all levels of their training. This is a collaboration between NES and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glasgow (RCPSG). Check the RCPSG website for upcoming events.
Explore the NHS Scotland Medical Workforce Centre
