StR Higher Doctor in Neurosurgery

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

The closing date is 07 May 2025

Job summary

We have a vacancy a Trust Specialty Registrar in Neurosurgery, for a fixed term contract from as soon as possible, for an intital period of 6 months. The possibility of extension beyond this period is likely to be provided if progress is satisfactory. All applicants must be in possession of the essential qualifications for the post, as set out in the person specification, by the closing date.

Main duties of the job

The South West Neurosurgery Centre is based at Derriford Hospital, Plymouth. The Unit is a Major Trauma Centre and provides a comprehensive Neurosurgical Service to the population of Devon and Cornwall. The population of this area is approximately 1.8 million, but rises considerably during the summer months, with the influx of visitors from other parts of the U.K. and from abroad. Close links exist with the District General Hospitals situated in Truro, Barnstaple, Exeter, and Torbay. The post provides excellent experience for aspiring neurosurgical trainees.

About us

Plymouth University Peninsular School of Medicine and Dentistry (PUPSMD) has been praised by the GMC for its innovative approach to undergraduate medical education. The curriculum is based around problem based learning and has been highly ranked by our graduates in how they felt prepared for postgraduate medicine. Your role will include important opportunities to engage with undergraduate education, in both the hospital environment and the school itself, to continue this vital job of producing tomorrow's doctors and allied health care professionals.

Date posted

23 April 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£61,825 to £70,425 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

216-G3-NEU7129898

Job locations

University Hospitals NHS Trust

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


Job description

Job responsibilities

See Job Description and Person Specification for more information and for an informal discussion, please contact:

Mr Paul Fewings on 01752 439279

Job description

Job responsibilities

See Job Description and Person Specification for more information and for an informal discussion, please contact:

Mr Paul Fewings on 01752 439279

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • o MBBS or equivalent medical qualification o Successful completion of MRCS or equivalent at time of application

Education

Essential

  • o Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment o Evidence of achievement of Foundation competences by time of appointment in line with GMC standards/ Good Medical Practice including: oGood clinical care oMaintaining good medical practice oGood relationships and communication with patients oGood working relationships with colleagues oGood teaching and training oProfessional behaviour and probity oDelivery of good acute clinical care o Evidence of achievement of CT/ST1 competences in neurosurgery at time of appointment & projected completion of CT/ST2 competences in neurosurgery by time if appointment o Evidence of operative experience in neurosurgery o Eligibility to work in the UK
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • o MBBS or equivalent medical qualification o Successful completion of MRCS or equivalent at time of application

Education

Essential

  • o Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment o Evidence of achievement of Foundation competences by time of appointment in line with GMC standards/ Good Medical Practice including: oGood clinical care oMaintaining good medical practice oGood relationships and communication with patients oGood working relationships with colleagues oGood teaching and training oProfessional behaviour and probity oDelivery of good acute clinical care o Evidence of achievement of CT/ST1 competences in neurosurgery at time of appointment & projected completion of CT/ST2 competences in neurosurgery by time if appointment o Evidence of operative experience in neurosurgery o Eligibility to work in the UK

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals NHS Trust

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals NHS Trust

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


Employer's website

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


For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Neurosurgeon

Paul Fewings

paul.fewings@nhs.net

01752431832

Date posted

23 April 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£61,825 to £70,425 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

216-G3-NEU7129898

Job locations

University Hospitals NHS Trust

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


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