Job summary
The appointment is to commence 5th August 2026 for a fixed term period of 12 months. FRCS(T+O) or equivalent is essential. 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.
The Foot and Ankle Fellowship is specifically designed for a Senior Trainee with FRCS (T+O) who has already resolved to specialise in aspects of Foot and Ankle surgery.
This post is aimed at Post CCT trainees who want fellowship experience in Foot and ankle surgery for both elective and traumatic conditions
Main duties of the job
The clinical aspects, research and other duties undertaken will be directed by Miss Carolyn Chadwick, Mr Howard Davies, Mr Bobby Siddiqui and Mr Donatas Chlebinskas who have responsibility for the clinical management of adult foot and ankle surgical conditions in Sheffield. The scope of work covers all aspects of foot and ankle surgery including arthroplasty, complex hindfoot reconstruction, arthroscopy, diabetic foot conditions and complex trauma.
About us
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
Job description
Job responsibilities
Further details of the job and its scope can be identified within the job description.
Alternatively, please contact Carolyn Chadwick carolyn.chadwick@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
Further details of the job and its scope can be identified within the job description.
Alternatively, please contact Carolyn Chadwick carolyn.chadwick@nhs.net
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a licence to practise
- Qualified Medical Practitioner FRCS (Tr & Orth)
Desirable
- Distinctions, prizes, awards, scholarships. Higher degrees
Clinical governance and audit
Essential
- Evidence of completed audit/QI project
Clinical experience
Essential
- At least 12 months Foot and ankle experience
- Demonstrate competence in the management of foot and ankle patients - Elective and trauma
- Experience of working in the NHS
Research
Essential
- Evidence of peer reviewed publication relevant to Foot and ankle surgery, Basic understanding of research methods and statistics
Desirable
- Ideas for future research whilst in post
Teaching and training
Essential
- Interest in training clinical and surgical skills Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors
Desirable
- Higher teaching qualification
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development in the last 12 months
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a licence to practise
- Qualified Medical Practitioner FRCS (Tr & Orth)
Desirable
- Distinctions, prizes, awards, scholarships. Higher degrees
Clinical governance and audit
Essential
- Evidence of completed audit/QI project
Clinical experience
Essential
- At least 12 months Foot and ankle experience
- Demonstrate competence in the management of foot and ankle patients - Elective and trauma
- Experience of working in the NHS
Research
Essential
- Evidence of peer reviewed publication relevant to Foot and ankle surgery, Basic understanding of research methods and statistics
Desirable
- Ideas for future research whilst in post
Teaching and training
Essential
- Interest in training clinical and surgical skills Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors
Desirable
- Higher teaching qualification
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development in the last 12 months
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).
