Sir Hugh Cairns Complex Spinal Surgery Fellow

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Clinical Fellow in Neurosurgery for a transformative twelve-month fellowship. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain extensive experience in both neurosurgery and orthopaedic spinal disciplines. The successful candidate will be part of a pioneering Neuro-Trauma Team and will benefit from a robust teaching programme aimed at enhancing professional development. This position not only promises to refine subspecialist skills in complex spine surgery but also prepares the post-holder for future consultant roles. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to excellence in patient care and professional growth.

Qualifications

• GMC registered with a license to practice.
• Prior experience in Neurosurgery or related discipline is essential.

Responsibilities

• Work with a dedicated in-house consultant led neurosurgical teaching programme.
• Manage spinal trauma and complex spinal conditions.

Skills

Neurosurgery

Communication Skills

Team Working

Clinical Audit

Education

MB BS or equivalent

MRCS

BSc

FRCS

Tools

GMC Registration

ALS

ATLS

Job description

Job summary

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.

Date posted

02 May 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£41,750 to £64,288 a year Per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

259-MED7185027RLH

Job locations

Royal London Hospital

Royal london Hospital

London

E1 1FR

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.

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

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

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).

Additional information 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

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Royal London Hospital

Royal london Hospital

London

E1 1FR

Employer's website

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

Employer details Employer name

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Royal London Hospital

Royal london Hospital

London

E1 1FR

Employer's website

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