Sir Hugh Cairns Complex Spinal Surgery Fellow

Barts Health NHS Trust; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Clinical Fellow in Neurosurgery for a prestigious twelve-month fellowship. This role offers the chance to develop subspecialist skills in complex spine surgery while working within a supportive and innovative team. You will be part of a dedicated neurosurgical teaching program and gain invaluable experience in a leading NHS Trust. This position is ideal for those looking to advance their career in a dynamic environment, contributing to high-quality patient care and clinical excellence. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to professional development and a culture of inclusion.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Work Environment

Access to Teaching Programs

Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives

Qualifications

• GMC registered with a license to practice is essential.
• Experience in neurosurgery or related discipline is required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a dedicated consultant-led neurosurgical teaching programme.
• Manage complex spinal trauma and acute degenerative spinal pathology.

Skills

Neurosurgery

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Clinical Audit

Education

MB BS or equivalent

MRCS

BSc

FRCS

Tools

ALS

ATLS

Job description

Advert - Complex Spine Fellow - Neurosurgery

We are currently recruiting for (1) post at Senior Clinical Fellow (ST8 or post-CCT Equivalent) in Neurosurgery for a twelve month period. The candidate will be working in a Royal College of Surgeons approved Fellowship: The Sir Hugh Cairns Complex Spinal Surgery Fellow involving experience in both neurosurgery and orthopaedic spinal disciplines. Successful applicants will be supported in their broader professional and career development, particularly with reference to CCT and CESR. This would be a good opportunity for the post-holder to develop subspecialist skills in complex spine surgery in preparation for application to consultant posts.

This position will be available from August 2025.

Main duties of the job

The post is at Senior Clinical Fellow (Post CCT or ST8 Equivalent) in Neurosurgery for a six month period in the first instance, although longer appointments can be arranged for the successful candidate following a suitable trial period. There is a dedicated in-house consultant led neurosurgical teaching programme, and successful applicants will be supported in their broader professional and career development, particularly with reference to CCT and CESR.

The successful candidate must be GMC registered with a license to practice and prior experience in Neurosurgery or a related discipline (Neurology/Acute Medicine/Critical Care) is essential.

The Neurology and The Neurosurgery Departments of Barts Health NHS Trust are sited at The Royal London Hospital and the post holder will be based at The Royal London Hospital.

There is a complex spine consultant of the week 1 in 9 rota for all spinal trauma, metastatic spinal cord compression, complex spinal infection and acute degenerative spinal pathology requiring instrumentation.

We have a dedicated Neuro-Trauma Team as a supra-specialist service (the first in the UK) which is Consultant delivered on a 1 in 4 rota and supported by three full time Clinical Nurse Specialists. There will be the opportunity to work closely with the Neuro-Trauma Consultants, the CNS, ACCU, ED and Rehabilitation Services.

About us

The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate, and support an inclusive working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.

Barts Health supports The Pregnancy Loss Pledge and commits to supporting their staff through the distress of miscarriage.

Job description
Job responsibilities

The full job description and the person specification provide an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, outlining the qualification, skills, experience, and knowledge required.

Please view the attachment below.

Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• MB BS or equivalent
• Current GMC registration with a licence to practice
• MRCS

Desirable

• BSc
• FRCS

Knowledge
Essential

• An interest in neurosurgery

Desirable

• Experience in neurosurgery at registrar/ST4-7 level.

Specialist clinical expertise
Essential

• An interest in the management of head injury

Desirable

• Research in neurosciences related subjects

Training Expected
Essential

• ALS

Desirable

• ATLS

Management/Audit Experience
Essential

• An interest in clinical audit and research

Academic Achievements
Essential

• Evidence of academic work outside MBBS course

Desirable

• MD / PhD
• Prizes

Personal Skills
Essential

• Excellent communication skills Flexible approach to work and evidence of team working IT literate

Desirable

• Familiarity with databases

Research/Publications
Desirable

• Peer reviewed publications reflecting audit or research

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

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