Job summary
We offer 12-month ST3+ Anaesthesia Fellowships at William Harvey Hospital, designed to support development of RCoA Stage 2 (ST4-equivalent) capabilities and strengthen applications for Higher Training or CESR. Fellows complete full clinical and on-call duties while developing a focused subspecialty interest.
Subspecialty options include: Regional Anaesthesia, Perioperative Medicine & POPS, Major Trauma, Ophthalmic Anaesthesia, Quality Improvement & Medical Leadership, Obstetric Anaesthesia, Acute Inpatient Pain, and Complex Airway Anaesthesia.
All fellowships provide evidence mapped to Stage 2 outcomes, a named Educational Supervisor, structured supervision, dedicated SPA time, and opportunities for QIP, audit, teaching, and research. Fellows gain experience in leadership, MDT working, and independent decision-making. These development-focused posts help build a competitive portfolio and include tailored interview preparation to support progression to the next stage of anaesthetic training.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will undertake ST3+ level anaesthetic duties, including elective and emergency work, with participation in a 1:8 on-call rota covering obstetrics, theatres, ED, PCI, trauma, and transfers. The role is 48 hours per week.
Alongside clinical work, the fellow completes a subspecialty fellowship in one chosen area. Duties include providing safe perioperative care, participating in subspecialty activity and MDTs, completing Stage 2 workplace-based assessments, contributing to QIP/audit/research, supporting teaching, and engaging in governance and service development.
Fellows are supervised by a named Educational Supervisor and subspecialty leads, with all experience mapped to RCoA Stage 2 outcomes. SPA time is provided for project work. These posts suit ST3+ doctors seeking development and portfolio strengthening for Higher Training or CESR.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'.
We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
We're on an exciting journey of transformation. With a new Medical School at the centre of our community, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making our trust a rewarding and friendly place to work, there's never been a better time to join us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- NHS experience ST3+
- Completion of Initial Assessment of competence (IAC) and Initial Assessment of Competence for Obstetric Anaesthesia (IACOA)
- Meets requirements of session supervisor as per RCOA
- Experience of Mentoring junior trainees
- Formal teaching experience
Desirable
- Formal teaching qualification
- Has set up and led a teaching programme
Skills and Experience
Essential
- NHS experience ST4 - ST7
- IACOA
- Broad range of specialities/QIPS/teaching/research/interview and exam practice etc
- On-call: obstetrics, theatres, PCI, ED, Trauma, inter-hospital transfer
- ALS or equivalent
- Inter-hospital transfer training
Desirable
- Paediatric anaesthesia
- Critical care experience
- EPALS/APLS
- ATLS
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Experience of undertaking an audit/QIP
- Evidence of collaborative working across MDTs
Desirable
- Completed an audit cycle
- Audit/QIP results presented at a regional/national meeting
Personal/Professional Attributes
Essential
- Adheres to GMC good medical practice
- Clinically safe
- Able to take initiative
- Teamwork
- Supportive of colleagues
- Keeps up to date with current research within anaesthesia
- Experience of being involved in a research project
Desirable
- Teaching experience or qualification
- Research experience or qualification
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to undertake on call commitment including night and weekend working
- Ability to travel between sites
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- NHS experience ST3+
- Completion of Initial Assessment of competence (IAC) and Initial Assessment of Competence for Obstetric Anaesthesia (IACOA)
- Meets requirements of session supervisor as per RCOA
- Experience of Mentoring junior trainees
- Formal teaching experience
Desirable
- Formal teaching qualification
- Has set up and led a teaching programme
Skills and Experience
Essential
- NHS experience ST4 - ST7
- IACOA
- Broad range of specialities/QIPS/teaching/research/interview and exam practice etc
- On-call: obstetrics, theatres, PCI, ED, Trauma, inter-hospital transfer
- ALS or equivalent
- Inter-hospital transfer training
Desirable
- Paediatric anaesthesia
- Critical care experience
- EPALS/APLS
- ATLS
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Experience of undertaking an audit/QIP
- Evidence of collaborative working across MDTs
Desirable
- Completed an audit cycle
- Audit/QIP results presented at a regional/national meeting
Personal/Professional Attributes
Essential
- Adheres to GMC good medical practice
- Clinically safe
- Able to take initiative
- Teamwork
- Supportive of colleagues
- Keeps up to date with current research within anaesthesia
- Experience of being involved in a research project
Desirable
- Teaching experience or qualification
- Research experience or qualification
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to undertake on call commitment including night and weekend working
- Ability to travel between sites
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).
