NHS Interview Scoring Explained: How Panels Evaluate Clinical Teaching Fellow/Medical Education Fellow Candidates

Scoring Basics:

• Structured interviews

• Each answer scored 1–5 (or 1–10)

What They Look For:

• Relevant experience

• Reflective thinking

• Awareness of teaching principles

• Clear structure (STAR)

Top Tip: Practice speaking for 2–3 minutes per answer. It hits the sweet spot for depth + clarity.