Substantive consultant Head and Neck surgeon ENT

NHS; Leicester; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Leicester is seeking a Substantive ENT Head and Neck Consultant. Successful candidates will have extensive experience in head and neck surgery and will join a team of 16 consultants, with responsibilities including patient care, on-call duties, teaching, and collaboration to advance the department's services. The offered salary ranges from £109,725 to £145,478 per annum for a permanent, full-time role.

Qualifications

• Fully trained in Otolaryngology (ENT) surgery.
• Excellent clinical skills to meet all aspects of the Job Plan.
• Demonstrable written and spoken English adequate for effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train junior medical staff.
• Conduct clinical sessions as laid out in the job plan.
• Engage in teaching, research and administrative activities.

Skills

Otolaryngology (ENT) surgery

Team leadership

Excellent clinical judgment

Proficient IT skills

Communication skills

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Full GMC Registration

FRCS(ORL-HNS) or equivalent

Fellowship in Head and Neck

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Summary

Substantive ENT Head and neck consultant

Applications are invited for the above post to join our expanding ENT team. The successful candidate will have vast head and neck experience and will complement the department's needs and future plans. The appointee will join the existing 16 consultants and will be required to make an on‑call commitment.

Main Duties

• Supervise and train junior medical staff.
• Share responsibility for beds on wards 9, Day ward, the Kinmonth Unit and paediatric wards at Leicester Royal Infirmary.
• Share responsibility for beds on the Medical Day Case Unit at Leicester General Hospital.
• Conduct clinical sessions as laid out in the job plan.
• Engage in teaching, research and administrative activities.
• Develop the service in collaboration with other ENT Consultants at University Hospitals of Leicester.
• Participate in the adult and paediatric on‑call rota, 1:8 frequency.

Other Duties

The successful candidate will be required to undertake managerial duties associated with the care of their patients and the running of their Clinical Department.

About us

Our new strategy, developed with support and feedback from colleagues, patients and partners, 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
• research and education excellence

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

Our strategy is underpinned by new values which we strive to embody daily:

• compassionate
• proud
• inclusive
• 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 Location

Leicester Royal Infirmary, Infirmary Square, Leicester, LE1 5WW.

Salary and Contract

Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per annum. Grade: Consultant. Permanent, full‑time. Reference number: 358‑7550420-CON.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training – Essential

• MBBS or equivalent.
• Full GMC Registration.
• Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist Training or eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of interview.
• FRCS(ORL‑HNS) or equivalent.
• Current BLS certification.
• Fellowship in Head and Neck or evidence of plans to undertake fellowship.

Qualifications & Training – Desirable

• Membership of relevant specialist societies or associations.
• Higher degree (e.g., MSc, MD or equivalent).
• Special interest in robotics.

Experience and Clinical Skills – Essential

• Fully trained in Otolaryngology (ENT) surgery.
• Excellent clinical skills to meet all aspects of the Job Plan.
• Sound clinical judgment and analytical thinking.
• Proficient IT skills (web browser, Excel, Word).
• Willingness to develop skills and experience in areas of interest.

Experience and Clinical Skills – Desirable

• Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest.

Management – Essential

• Effective teamwork and supervision of junior staff.
• Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles.
• Organisation, prioritisation and management of clinical workload.
• Knowledge of clinical governance issues and modern NHS agenda.
• Negotiation, influencing and persuasion skills.
• Willingness to share administrative responsibilities.
• Capacity to manage time and information effectively; organisation of own workload.
• Flexibility.

Management – Desirable

• Evidence of management and administration experience.
• Management training on an accredited course.
• Awareness of service development issues.

Communication Skills – Essential

• Demonstrable written and spoken English adequate for effective communication with patients and colleagues.
• Empathy, sensitivity and ability to treat others with understanding.
• High emotional intelligence.

Communication Skills – Desirable

• High standard of written and verbal presentation.
• Track record of successful change management.
• Ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment.

Audit & Quality Improvement – Essential

• Active participation in clinical audit and quality improvement programmes.

Audit & Quality Improvement – Desirable

• Training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities.
• Formal courses in audit and quality improvement.
• Published audit work.

Motivation – Essential

• Personal integrity and reliability.
• Ability to motivate and develop both medical and non‑medical staff.

Motivation – Desirable

• Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided.

Research – Essential

• Understanding and interest in research.
• Critical appraisal of research.
• Supervision of junior research projects.
• Evidence of recent research and development activity.
• Evidence of publication of ENT‑related studies or audits in nationally and internationally recognised peer‑reviewed journals.

Research – Desirable

• Publications on relevant subjects in peer‑reviewed journals.

Teaching – Essential

• Experience and commitment to training undergraduate and postgraduate staff.
• Appraisal and assessment skills.
• Ability to assess clinical competencies.
• Enthusiasm and ability to inspire and lead others.

Teaching – Desirable

• Willingness to develop new teaching approaches.
• Postgraduate qualification in teaching and training.

Equality & Diversity – Essential

• Commitment and understanding of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their needs.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required 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 https://www.gov.uk/guidance/skilled-worker-visa.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see https://www.nhs.uk/.