Job summary
Applications are invited for a Post CCT Fellow within the Head & Neck Oncology Service based within the ENT Directorate at Royal Hallamshire Hospital in Sheffield. This H&N service forms part of the South Yorkshire, Bassetlaw & North Derbyshire Cancer Alliance.
The fellowship is for a fixed term of 12 months and the aim is to provide sub-specialist training in Head and Neck Surgery following completion of higher surgical training for those who are committed to a career in head and neck surgery.
Applicants should be Post CCT or within 6 months of completion of Training (ST7 or equivalent) at the time of interview.
The post does not award a National Training Number. As this post is not recognised as a 'training post', full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise is required, and if the appointee does not hold right of residence in the UK sponsorship will be required.
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
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
Successful candidate will have the opportunity to be exposed to tertiary level Head and Neck Surgery. This post will allow the successful candidate to further his or her knowledge and experience in Head and Neck Oncological surgery including major complex cancer resection and reconstruction, Transoral Laser Microsurgery and Transoral Robotic Surgery, open and endoscopic airway techniques. The candidate will have the opportunity to develop skills in diagnosis and treatment of UADT cancer and benign pathology, including transoral laser phonosurgery.
The Sheffield ENT Directorate has particular expertise in the management of head and neck malignancy and in advanced techniques of reconstruction and rehabilitation following surgery. This service attracts many tertiary referrals from the served catchment area. The work is carried out in close liaison with Neurosurgery, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Plastic Surgery and Oncologists. Sheffield is the main centre for Head & Neck Cancer, with a single MDT serving the North Trent area.
General on-call responsibilities covering adults and children are included.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a licence to practise in line with the introduction of revalidation on 16 November 2009 and will be within 6 months of achieving CCT or equivalent .
About us
PROUD VALUES
These are the values that all staff at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are expected to demonstrate in all that they do.
Patients First - Ensure that the people we serve are at the heart of what we do
Respectful - Be kind, respectful, fair and value diversity
Ownership - Celebrate our successes, learn continuously and ensure we improve
Unity - Work in partnership with others
Deliver - Be efficient, effective and accountable for our actions
For further details of our services and organisational structure, including our Board of Directors, and our future plans please visitwww.sth.nhs.uk/about-us
Job description
Job responsibilities
The duties of this post are equivalent to a Specialty Trainee ST7+ and full details are listed in the Job Description document.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The duties of this post are equivalent to a Specialty Trainee ST7+ and full details are listed in the Job Description document.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a licence to practise
- Medical Degree or diploma from a recognised UK or overseas university or institution
- MRCS (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Distinctions, awards, prizes, scholarships or other degrees
Clinical experience
Essential
- Clinical ENT experience in a secondary care setting
- General professional training in ENT
- ST7 or equivalent
- Post CCT or within 6 months of CCT (or equivalent) at interview
Desirable
- Interest in Head & Neck oncology
- FRCS (or equivalent)
- ALS
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
- Willingness to contribute to research activities
- Integrates appropriate research findings into clinical practice
Desirable
- Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
Teaching and training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors
- Willingness to contribute to teaching activities.
Desirable
- Experience in provision of clinical teaching or training
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Management and Administration
Essential
- Good personal organisational ability
- Willing to contribute to service improvement & development.
- Potential to cope with stressful situations and to take responsibility.
Clinical governance and audit
Essential
- Audits outcome of own clinical work
- Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards /Good Medical Practice)
Desirable
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a licence to practise
- Medical Degree or diploma from a recognised UK or overseas university or institution
- MRCS (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Distinctions, awards, prizes, scholarships or other degrees
Clinical experience
Essential
- Clinical ENT experience in a secondary care setting
- General professional training in ENT
- ST7 or equivalent
- Post CCT or within 6 months of CCT (or equivalent) at interview
Desirable
- Interest in Head & Neck oncology
- FRCS (or equivalent)
- ALS
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
- Willingness to contribute to research activities
- Integrates appropriate research findings into clinical practice
Desirable
- Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
Teaching and training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors
- Willingness to contribute to teaching activities.
Desirable
- Experience in provision of clinical teaching or training
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Management and Administration
Essential
- Good personal organisational ability
- Willing to contribute to service improvement & development.
- Potential to cope with stressful situations and to take responsibility.
Clinical governance and audit
Essential
- Audits outcome of own clinical work
- Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards /Good Medical Practice)
Desirable
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
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.
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.
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).
