Welcome to the Yorkshire and Humber Primary Care Workforce & Training Hubs

Here you will find links to the three regional Yorkshire and Humber Primary Care Workforce and Training Hubs with information on how to access your regional training hub, workforce development information and learning resources.

Humber & North Yorkshire (HNY)

We're delighted to be able to provide support to practices with hosting students and training staff in a wide variety of primary care roles. HNY covers Hull, East Riding, York, North Yorkshire, North Lincs. and North East Lincs.

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South Yorkshire (SY)

Our main aim is to support the growth and development of a resilient primary care workforce. We offer support and advice for those currently working, or hoping to work in primary care in Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield.

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West Yorkshire (WY)

Delivering excellence in education, placement provision, training and supporting career progression through educational, training and workforce opportunities. We strive to support the delivery of a highly skilled, satisfied public and patient focused workforce across West Yorkshire.

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What are Training Hubs?

As Primary Care Workforce and Training Hubs within Yorkshire and the Humber we provide training support for local practices. We coordinate regional workforce and training schemes on behalf of NHS England (NHSE). This includes aiding practices to develop supervisors and assessors, offer student placements and employ and train a variety of roles supporting workforce development.

Each of the 42 Integrated Care Systems (ICSs) across England have an appointed Training Hub, for more information on Training Hubs nationally visit:

Our Story

An introduction to the Yorkshire & Humber Primary Care Workforce and Training Hubs

About Us

What do Primary Care Workforce & Training Hubs do?

  • Coordinate education & training for primary care
  • Increase the capacity of learning placements in primary care
  • Promote interprofessional education
  • Assist Primary Care Networks with advice on workforce development
  • Facilitate the use of workforce tools for planning, retention & succession
  • Support ICBs and other local stakeholders
  • Liaise with HEIs and training bodies
  • Support the introduction of new roles in primary care
  • Develop initiatives to support practices to build their future workforce
  • Provide Fellowship/ Preceptorship training to support those new to working in General Practice

Become a Unified Learning Environment with PCWTH

The Primary Care Workforce & Training Hub (PCWTH) envisions a future where all primary care services in Yorkshire and Humber become Unified Learning Environments (ULEs) to build a strong primary care workforce. A ULE describes a learning environment where a placement provider offers placements to learners across various healthcare professions. By becoming an accredited ULE, your practice, Primary Care Network, or Federation can offer students hands-on learning opportunities, allowing them to build core competencies in a realistic primary care setting.

A ULE provides a supportive environment where learners can apply skills, deepen knowledge, and work toward competency. Our goal is to provide meaningful primary care experiences that encourage students to choose primary care as a career path after qualification. Together, we can create a sustainable, future-ready workforce that strengthens primary care in Yorkshire and Humber.

What are Placements?

PCWTH connects students with essential placement opportunities in primary care, helping them gain practical skills and insights that support both their academic and career goals. Placements vary in length based on course requirements and play a crucial role in preparing students for a career in healthcare.

PCWTH collaborates closely with Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) to facilitate placements for healthcare courses, aligning with NHS England objectives. To meet the growing demand, we’re expanding placement capacity through collaboration, varied supervision models, simulation, project-based experiences, and “spoke” style placements.

Our learners come from diverse healthcare backgrounds, including nursing, GP trainees, allied health professionals, pharmacists, and various ARRS roles. Each learner has unique needs regarding placement length and experience but benefits from high-quality, supportive environments where they can develop skills and consider a career in primary care.

Why Host a Learner?

Hosting a learner brings significant benefits:

  • Potential to recruit new team members or support the local workforce
  • Promotion of evidence-based practice among staff
  • Enhanced critical thinking skills within the team
  • Increased staff retention
  • Greater diversity and creative thinking within your practice

How to Become a Placement Provider

PCWTH encourages all GP practices to consider hosting student placements. By doing so, you help inspire students to remain in the region post-graduation, supporting local workforce development.

If you’re interested in becoming a placement provider, please email your regional PCWTH, and a member of our team will reach out to discuss next steps.

Resources, News and Events

Workforce Development Resources and Information

These areas of the website will provide you will information on training and upcoming events. You will find Practice Educator resources, GP supervisor information and training, information on personalised care and ARRS roles, and resources for health and well-being. Information is regularly updated so check often for upcoming events, training and new information.

Workforce Navigator

Providing information on role descriptions, training and development, support and additional links available for each role.

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Care Co-ordinator

Care Co-ordinators provide extra time, capacity and expertise to support with co-ordination and navigation for people and their carers across health care services, ensuring that their changing needs are addressed

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Clinical Pharmacist

Clinical Pharmacists work as part of the general practice team to resolve day-to-day medicine issues and consult with and treat patients directly. The role is pivotal to improving the quality of care and ensuring patient safety.

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First Contact Physiotherapist

First Contact Physiotherapists have enhanced skills and expertise in the management of Musculoskeletal conditions, enabling adult patients to be seen in their GP practice without being referred by a doctor.

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Paramedic

Paramedics are experienced allied health professionals capable of delivering safe, effective and appropriate treatment to patients with urgent, emergency and unscheduled healthcare needs.

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Pharmacy Technician

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