Job summary
We are pleased to announce this exciting opportunity to recruit a Senior Clinical Fellow to join the Head & Neck team, within the Surgical Specialties division at UCLH. The post is available to start October 2025.
Main duties of the job
This is an interesting opportunity for experienced trainees who seek to perfectionate delivery of primary surgery and post-operative care in advanced head and neck surgical oncology cases. The post holder will learn to work alongside a knowledgeable team of multidisciplinary professionals that contribute to high quality care with enhanced recovery. There is ample opportunity to learn and hone skills in major ablative surgery of the upper aerodigestive tract, and harvest and transfer of autologous tissue for the purpose of reconstruction.Applicants will also be encouraged to participate in research, audit and service improvement within UCL collaboration projects around individual development requirements and the need of the service. The ultimate goal of the fellowship is to leave the post-holder in conditions to take consultant/staff surgeon posts, preferably in academic institutions.For more information regarding the main responsibilities of the role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for Full registration with GMC
- MBBS or equivalent qualification
- MRCS/ or equivalent postgraduate diploma
- Completion of specialist training in Otolaryngology, OMFS , General Surgery (with head and neck surgery training) or Plastic Surgery (with head and neck surgery training)
Desirable
Clinical Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 2 years post-graduate experience in Head and Neck surgery equivalent
- Competence in clinical skills relevant to Head and Neck training
- Experience at SpR level or equivalent
- Understanding of clinical risk management
- Knowledge of evidence informed practice
Desirable
- Experience in other related specialties
- ATLS/APLS/ ALS or equivalent
Clinical Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Commitment to personal and professional development in Head and Neck
- Demonstrable interest in and understanding of Head and Neck surgery
- Competent to work without direct supervision where appropriate
- Clear logical thinking showing an analytical/scientific approach
Desirable
- Extra-curricular activities and achievements relevant to Head and Neck surgery
- Demonstrates breadth of experience and awareness in and outside specialty
Clinical Governance Audit and IT
Essential
- Good understanding of hospital clinical data repositories and adequate IT skills to support your work
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for Full registration with GMC
- MBBS or equivalent qualification
- MRCS/ or equivalent postgraduate diploma
- Completion of specialist training in Otolaryngology, OMFS , General Surgery (with head and neck surgery training) or Plastic Surgery (with head and neck surgery training)
Desirable
Clinical Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 2 years post-graduate experience in Head and Neck surgery equivalent
- Competence in clinical skills relevant to Head and Neck training
- Experience at SpR level or equivalent
- Understanding of clinical risk management
- Knowledge of evidence informed practice
Desirable
- Experience in other related specialties
- ATLS/APLS/ ALS or equivalent
Clinical Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Commitment to personal and professional development in Head and Neck
- Demonstrable interest in and understanding of Head and Neck surgery
- Competent to work without direct supervision where appropriate
- Clear logical thinking showing an analytical/scientific approach
Desirable
- Extra-curricular activities and achievements relevant to Head and Neck surgery
- Demonstrates breadth of experience and awareness in and outside specialty
Clinical Governance Audit and IT
Essential
- Good understanding of hospital clinical data repositories and adequate IT skills to support your work
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospital
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
