Higher Clinical Fellow ST3+ in Neurology

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust; Leicester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare institution in Leicester is seeking a Higher Clinical Fellow in Neurology. This role involves ensuring high-quality patient care and supervising junior doctors. Candidates must have at least an MRCP Part 1 qualification and experience in the UK/NHS. The position is a 12-month fixed-term post, ideal for those pursuing a higher career in medical specialties.

Qualifications

• At least MRCP Part 1 and one month of UK/NHS experience required.
• Demonstrable ability to perform clinical procedures.
• NHS experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and high-quality care for all patients.
• Provide clinical supervision of junior doctors.
• Participate in operational and research projects.

Skills

Clinical procedures

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Education

MRCP Part 1 Qualification

MBBS or equivalent

Full GMC Registration

Job description

Higher Clinical Fellow ST3+ in Neurology

The closing date is 04 December 2025

YOU MUST HAVE AT LEAST PASSED MRCP PART 1 AND MINIMUM ONE MONTH UK/NHS EXPERIENCE TO BE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY

Job summary

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT MEET THE CRITERIA AS YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE DECLINED.

12 month fixed term post (NOT A TRAINING OR MTI POST)

Senior Clinical Fellow in Neurology (ST3+)

These are posts at the level of a Specialist Registrar in Medicine. The posts also include working on the on-call Registrar rota for neurology. These will appeal to those who have completed SHO level training and are wishing to pursue a higher career in Medical Specialties.

Main duties of the job

The responsibilities of the post are identical to that of an ST3 in Medicine.

The main duties and responsibilities of this post are to

• Ensure a safe and high standard of care of all patients
• Participate in the running of the department/ward
• Provide clinical supervision of Junior doctors on medical wards &/or in the on‑call team
• Provide senior medical input for the on‑call Medical Team (especially Out of Hours) and potentially lead the cardiac arrest team
• Assist with achieving the DOH Clinical Quality Indicators

The ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team is essential to this post. You will participate in operational and research projects and the teaching of the Senior House Officers, Medical Students, Nursing staff and other Ancillary staff.

About us

ABOUT UHL, OUR VALUES AND BEHAVIOURS

Our new strategy, ‘Leading in health care, trusted in communities’ was developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners and is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

• high‑quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do – taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in health care that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

Job description

Job responsibilities

GENERAL DUTIES

In addition to the key job responsibilities detailed in this job description all employees at UHL NHS Trust are expected to comply with the general duties detailed below:

• All employees are subject to the requirements of the Health & Safety at Work Act. The post holder is required to ensure that as an employee, his or her work methods do not endanger other people or themselves.
• All employees are subject to the requirements of the Data Protection Act and must maintain strict confidentiality in respect of patients and staffs records.
• All employees must comply with the Trusts equality and diversity policies and must not discriminate, against individuals or groups on the basis of their age, disability, gender, marital status, membership or non membership of a trade union, race, religion, domestic circumstances, sexual orientation, ethnic or national origin, social and employment status, HIV status, or people who are undergoing or have undergone gender re‑assignment, marriage and civil partnership, Pregnancy and Maternity or any other grounds which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
• This job description is not to be taken as an exhaustive list of duties and it may be reviewed in the light of changed service needs and development. Any changes will be fully discussed with the post holder. The post holder will be required to carry out the duties appropriate to the grade and scope of the post.
• In order to ensure the Trusts ability to respond to changes in the needs of the service, after appropriate consultation and discussion with you (including consideration of personal circumstances current skills, abilities and career development) the Trust may make a change to your location, duties and responsibilities that are deemed reasonable in the circumstances.
• Your normal place of work will be across the Leicester Royal Infirmatry and will be confirmed in Section 1 of your contract, but you may be required to work in other locations of the Trust. In particular, flexibility is required across the three main Hospital sites (Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester General Hospital, Glenfield Hospital). Excess travel reimbursement will not apply for UHL cross site working.

Person Specification

Commitment to Trust Values

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

Qualifications

Essential

• Must hold at least MRCP Part 1 Qualification
• MBBS or equivalent
• Full GMC Registration with a License to Practice

Desirable

• MRCP Part 1, 2 & PACES (Full Membership)
• Advanced Life Support

Experience

Essential

• NHS / UK Experience

Desirable

• At least 2 years' experience of working at Neurology IMT level either in the UK or abroad

Skills

Essential

• All Foundation Competencies should be met (Completion of F2 or CREST form).
• Demonstratable ability to perform clinical procedures and make clinical decisions at the level of a ST3+ registrar. (Ie. A scitic tap s & drains, lumbar punctures, ultrasound guided lines, joint aspiration, airway management etc.)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) .

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS trust

Leicester

LE1 5WW

Employer's website

https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)