1. Returning to Training ………. Less Than Full Time
Dr Diana Jolliffe
Associate Postgraduate Dean for LTFT
& Consultant Anaesthetist, Northampton General Hospital

2. Less Than Full Time (LTFT) Training
What it is and isn’t
Its advantages and disadvantages
How to apply

3. Advantages of LTFT
Disadvantages of LTFT
Less time at work
Less salary,
but can do locums
Training takes longer
Less involved / ?Less valued

4. Effect on Duration of Training
Full Time Training
12 months
LTFT 80%
15 months
LTFT 60%
20 months
LTFT 50%
24 months

5. Caring (80%) Health (15%) Opportunities (5%)
Eligibility
Caring (80%)
Health (15%)
Opportunities (5%)

6. To Apply East Midlands Deanery Website

7. Download Form 1

8. LTFT.EM@hee.nhs.uk 1. Eligibility 2. Practicalities APD
TPD – agreed %, hours, timetable, rota
Ed S – for support
HR – agreed pay, start date