Out of Programme Leave

For any colleague that is interested in taking a planned period out of their training programme, please refer to the below information that will outline this process. You will find all relevant contact details for each NHSE region that will process this request on your behalf. 

You will need to request the application form from NHS England via the contact email addresses below: 

North West

• For GP only email - england.gptraining.nw@nhs.net 
• For all other specialties visit - https://www.nwpgmd.nhs.uk/School-Contacts

East Of England

• Email - england.oop.eoe@nhs.net

West Midlands

• For GP and all other specialities email - england.gpprogrammes.wm@nhs.net 

East Midlands

• For GP only email - england.gpprogrammes.em@nhs.net
• For all other specialties email - england.specialtyprogrammes.em@nhs.net

Thames Valley

• For GP only email - gpadmin.tv@hee.nhs.uk

You will need to complete the form and have your TPD/ Supervisor sign the form (Please allow for 3 months prior notice)

You will then need to send your signed form back to NHS England for them to approve or decline this request. (Upon this decision, NHSE will inform your Trust and Lead Employer of this change to your contract.)

Please note: For study leave requests, please contact NHS England directly as this is a process fully performed by NHSE.