Senior Clinical Fellow in Anaesthesia CW

Transformation Unit; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is offering a Senior Clinical Fellow in Anaesthesia CW for a 6-month fixed-term post with possible extension up to 12 months. The role suits an experienced anaesthetic trainee (ST4+) planning to consolidate training, with FRCA eligibility or equivalent.

The post supports training in multiple specialties, with on-call commitments and opportunities to tailor the role to interests, in a busy NHS department in London.

Qualifications

• Stage 1 of RCoA curriculum completed (or equivalent experience).
• Understanding of clinical governance and audit.
• Experience in teaching/simulation.
• Experience in research.

Responsibilities

• Day time clinical duties based on labour ward with broad training requirements.
• 1:8 on-call commitment on obstetric registrar rota.
• Invasive neuraxial techniques for labour analgesia and surgical procedures.
• Manage obstetric emergencies and provide initial resuscitation.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

English proficiency

Organisational skills

Written and spoken English

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Primary FRCA or equivalent

Final FRCA or equivalent

ALS certification

APLS/ATLS or equivalent

Teaching qualification

Job description

Main area Anaesthesia Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Senior Clinical Fellow Contract Fixed term: 6 months (with a view to extension up to 12 months) Hours Full time - 40 hours per week (+1A Banding & London Weighting) Job ref 289-PC-318

Employer Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Chelsea & Westminster Hospital Town London Salary + On calls & London Weighting Closing 15/11/2026 08:00

Senior Clinical Fellow in Anaesthesia CW

NHS Medical & Dental: Senior Clinical Fellow

Job overview

Senior Clinical Fellow in Anaesthesia CW

This is a 6 month post, with a possibility to extend to 12 months and beyond if mutually agreeable. The post is suitable for an experienced anaesthetic trainee (ST4 equivalent and above) wishing to consolidate their experience in anaesthesia. Candidates must have completed Stage 1 of the RCoA anaesthetic curriculum and be in possession of the Primary FRCA examination or equivalent from overseas. Completion of full FRCA or equivalent is desirable.

The post holder would join a busy department that provides anaesthetic services for multiple adult and paediatric surgical specialties and a busy labour ward. There is scope for moulding the position to a degree to match the particular interests of the successful applicant.

Main duties of the job

We are able to support portfolio development within both the training and portfolio (CESR) pathways and provide clinical training in general surgery, orthopaedics and trauma, paediatrics, regional anaesthesia, obstetrics, pain and intensive care amongst other areas of anaesthetic training as specified by the RCOA. We are able to provide comprehensive support of non-clinical domains of the anaesthetic curriculum.

Working for our organisation

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed.

If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Day time clinical duties will initially be based on labour ward and then will be tailored to the individuals training requirements. There will be a 1:8 on-call commitment on the resident obstetric Registrar rota. Applicants must be competent independently inserting neuraxial spinal and epidural blocks for both labour analgesia and for operative procedures. The successful candidate must also be able to confidently manage a busy labour ward out of hours, and be able to provide initial management and resuscitation for all obstetric emergencies such as category one caesarean section, major obstetric haemorrhage, and severe pre-eclampsia among others.

This is an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic and motivated individuals who are looking to develop their clinical and technical skills within the NHS.

Person specification

Experience

• Stage 1 of RCoA curriculum completed (or equivalent experience)
• Understanding of and evidence of participation in clinical Governance and Audit
• Experience in teaching/simulation
• Experience in Research

Skills and Knowledge

• Flexible, objective and assertive
• Able to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Well organised, conscientious; ability to complete projects
• All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English.

Education and qualifications

• Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment
• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• ALS certification
• Primary FRCA or equivalent
• APLS/ATLS or equivalent
• Teaching qualification
• Final FRCA or equivalent

Important

• There may be some occasions when we have to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date, this will be due to a high volume of applications. You are therefore advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
• Please check your emails regularly (and your junk folder) as this is how we will communicate with you throughout the recruitment process.
• In submitting an application, you authorise the Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process, should you be appointed to the post.
• During the recruitment process your identity documentation (ie passport, driving licence, visa etc) will be scanned using a device which recognises UV, infrared and machine-readable zone security features of the documents provided.
• Employment at the Trust is offered subject to successful completion of a six month probationary period.
• We operate a joint recruitment hub across the North West London Acute Provider Collaborative Group. As part of this, your application and personal data may be shared with partner trusts within the group for recruitment and workforce purposes, in line with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

Right to work

If you need sponsorship to work in the UK, please visit the Home Office website for information on sponsorship and visa status before you fill in your application form. Due to recent changes in the UK immigration rules which affect Skilled Worker Visas, Global Business Mobility, Higher Skill Level and Increased Salary Thresholds, please ensure that you are able to meet the requirements to live and work in the UK before applying. Further information about eligibility is available on UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.