Locum Consultant Neurosurgeon-Paediatric Neurosurgery & Adult Epilepsy

NHS; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Locum Consultant Neurosurgeon in Sheffield. The role focuses on paediatric neurosurgery and adult epilepsy, requiring a GMC-registered candidate with specialist training. Candidates across all experience levels are welcome to apply, and modifications to the role may be discussed for part-time candidates.

Qualifications

• Registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice.
• Completed Specialist Training and entered on the Specialist Register.
• Experience of teaching and supervising basic surgical trainees.

Responsibilities

• Provide adult neurosurgical services and paediatric neurosurgical services.
• Contribute to emergency cover for adult and paediatric neurosurgery.
• Ensure proper functioning of the department and patient care.

Skills

Good oral and written communications skills

Ability to work with colleagues in a multi-disciplinary environment

Demonstrable competence in neurosurgery

Education

Full registration with the GMC

Royal College of Surgeons Intercollegiate Examination in Neurosurgery

Evidence of participation in CME/CPD

Job description

Locum Consultant Neurosurgeon-Paediatric Neurosurgery & Adult Epilepsy

The closing date is 16 November 2025

We are looking to appoint to a whole-time Locum Consultant Neurosurgeon with an interest in Paediatric Neurosurgery and Adult Epilepsy to the Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, based at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield, with clinical sessions at the Sheffield Children's Hospital. A candidate with an interest in Paediatric Neurosurgery is sought to contribute to the continued development of the service in Sheffield for twelve months.

We would welcome applications from candidates across the full spectrum of experience, from those who have recently completed training to those who have well-established careers.

Any candidate who is unable for personal reasons to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post; if such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues.

Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.

Main duties of the job

The appointee, together with consultant colleagues, will be responsible for the provision of adult neurosurgical services to the Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and paediatric neurosurgical services to the Sheffield Children's Hospital.

The appointee will be expected to contribute to the routine adult neurosurgical workload and the paediatric sub-specialty.

The person appointed will take their equal share in providing emergency cover and will be required to cover for colleagues during periods of absence. They will have continuing responsibility for patients in their care and the proper functioning of the department.

About us

Located on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also means it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award winning and internationally recognised team, with a focus on innovation, research and high quality care, as well as family friendly working, and we are keen to discuss with individuals about how we can support their ambitions.

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.

Applications from those unable, for personal reasons, to work on a whole time basis or a job share basis will be considered.

The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.

Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.

Person Specification

Qualification

• Full registration (with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC).
• Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview. If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT),or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
• Royal College of Surgeons Intercollegiate Examination in Neurosurgery or equivalent.
• Higher degree, distinctions, prizes, awards, scholarships relevant to the post

Communication Skills

• Good oral and written communications skills
• Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
• Ensures value for money is considered in all that they do
• Willingness & ability to fulfil requirements of the post
• Adopts a patient-centred, professional & responsible approach to clinical practice
• Effective team member who is able to work with colleagues in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Prepared to work flexibly as required
• The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC\' good medical practice (2013).

Management & Administration

• Attendance at a management training course.
• Ability to use a computer and the internet.
• Experience of service development & team leadership

Clinical Governance & Audit

• Experience in performing clinical audit.
• Publication of audit projects

Continuous Professional Development

• Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months.
• Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio

Teaching & Training

• Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels.
• Experience of teaching & supervising basic surgical trainees.
• Experience of teaching & supervising postgraduate trainees.

Research

• Ability to critically assess published research and incorporates it into clinical practice, where appropriate.
• Publications in refereed journals
• Ability to supervise research performed by others

Competence & Clinical Skills

• Able to provide an expert opinion in a range of conditions in neurosurgery and paediatric neurosurgery.
• Demonstrable competence in general neurosurgery paediatric neurosurgery and adult spinal surgery.
• Able to take part in emergency cover for adult & paediatric neurosurgery.
• Ability to practice evidence-based medicine.

Clinical Experience

• Experience of working in a tertiary neurosurgical unit in the UK.
• Ability to work as an independent practitioner in the specialty covered by the post.
• Demonstrated experience in complex epilepsy surgery.
• Routine spinal surgery experience.
• Evidence of effective team working in a multi-professional environment
• Further experience in paediatrics

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.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust