Which form should I use?
Ask your appraisal team or appraiser which form or portfolio platform they accept before completing your paperwork. NHS England provides a Medical Appraisal Guide (MAG) model form and accompanying guidance. Check the official page for the available version and instructions.
A working preparation template
Use the prompts below to organise your notes before transferring them into your agreed appraisal form. This is a preparation aid, rather than a replacement for a required platform, declaration or official form.
Your context and scope of work
Appraisal period: [dates]. Roles and organisations: [include your whole scope of work]. Changes since your last appraisal: [new roles, breaks or changes in responsibilities]. Topics to discuss: [questions and support you would find helpful].
Supporting information and reflection
CPD: [learning, reflection and changes to practice]. Quality improvement: [activity, findings and next steps]. Significant events: [relevant events and learning]. Patient feedback: [evidence and reflection]. Colleague feedback: [evidence and reflection]. Complaints and compliments: [relevant information and learning]. Follow current GMC guidance on timing and requirements across your revalidation cycle.
Your personal development plan
Previous objectives: [progress and learning]. Proposed new objectives: [what you want to develop, actions, evidence of progress and target dates]. Finalise the plan with your appraiser.