GOsC recruiting assessors for revalidation scheme pilot

The GOsC is currently piloting a draft revalidation scheme for osteopaths.

At the end of the year-long pilot of revalidation in October 2012, participants will be asked to submit a portfolio of evidence to show how they have met the revalidation criteria and continue to meet the required standards. The portfolios will then be analysed by a team of assessors who will be trained to evaluate the evidence provided.

We are currently recruiting this team of 35 to 40 assessors, who must be osteopaths with experience of assessing against criteria. These assessors will play an important role in the pilot and will have a broad experience of osteopathic treatment, including musculoskeletal, cranial and visceral approaches, and a diverse patient base.

Each assessor will evaluate up to 10 portfolios and will be asked to provide feedback on their experience to KPMG, which is undertaking an independent evaluation and impact assessment of the pilot.

The assessors will be fully trained to assess the revalidation portfolios against the published revalidation assessment criteria. They will be required to attend a day-long moderating session, for which they will be paid £306. They will also be paid £50 for the assessment of each portfolio.

The closing date for applications is 15 December 2011. Interviews will take place between Tuesday 24 January and Friday 16 March 2012, with training likely to take place in May.

Further information about this role is available on our recruitment page.