Introduction of a sub consultant grade

The shape of training review recommends the introduction of a sub-consultant grade that is then implemented. This provides financial benefits to the health sector. However, people working at the sub-consultant grade are often expected to fulfil the roles and responsibilities of more senior doctors, leading to attrition and a lower quality of service provision.

Proposed workforce impact

• There is greater career flexibility as people can move in and out of different stages.
• There is attrition.

Sources or references

• Greenaway Shape of Training

Additional research questions

• How will the status of the sub-consultant role be perceived?
• What will be the reality of the role and the extent of sub-consultant role take-up?

Some of the information in this section is provided by stakeholders and expert groups, and does not necessarily represent the views of the CfWI.