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The Oncology Registrars Forum Trainer Award

Nominations for the 2026 ORF Trainer Award are now open

Nominations close at 17:00 on Friday 27 November 2026.

About the award

The ORF Trainer Award recognises a UK-based consultant clinical oncologist who has made an outstanding contribution to clinical oncology education and training at a local, regional or national level.

The award gives clinical oncology residents an opportunity to recognise trainers whose commitment to teaching, training and supporting residents has made a meaningful difference to their development.

Who can be nominated?

UK-based consultant clinical oncologists.

Who can nominate?

Clinical oncology resident doctors.

Contact the Professional Networks Coordinator to request a nomination form.

Nominations should explain how the trainer has made a significant contribution to clinical oncology teaching and training. This may include:

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Breadth of teaching

Local, regional or national training, undergraduate teaching, AHP teaching or other educational activity.
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Individualised training

Examples of tailored teaching, feedback or support for individual residents.
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Resident wellbeing

How the trainer has supported the wellbeing of residents.
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Innovation

Innovative approaches or methods used in teaching and training.
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Time and commitment

A significant and sustained commitment to teaching or training.
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Contribution through the RCR

For example, involvement as an FRCR examiner, Specialty Training Board member or other RCR education activity.

Award cycle

Nominations are submitted during the award year, with the selection and formal recognition process continuing into the following year.

For example, nominations for the 2026 ORF Trainer Award are submitted during 2026, with the recipient selected and formally recognised in 2027.

What happens after nominations close?
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Review: The ORF reviews the nominations received.
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Selection: One recipient is selected for the award.
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Commendation: All nominated trainers receive a letter of commendation from the ORF.
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Recognition: The award recipient is recognised on the RCR website and presented with the award at an Admissions Ceremony.

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