University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Higher Clinical Fellow in Transplant

The closing date is 29 September 2025

Job summary

Applications are invited for the position of Trust Clinical Fellow at ST3+ Registrar level in Renal Transplant Surgery based at the Leicester General Hospital and the Glenfield Hospital - where the inpatient ward and main theatres are based.

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the jobThe post-holder will work within the Registrar team and be expected to,take part in daily ward rounds, assist in out-patient clinics, participate in MDT meetings, participate in a 1:6 on call registrar rota and perform other relevant work as directed by the Consultants. This post is available now for a period of 12 - 24 months. The unit is currently staffed by four consultant transplant surgeons, a surgical SPR, five fellows at registrar level, 2 FY2 doctors and 3 FY1 doctors. The appointee will be part of a surgical team providing services for patients requiring renal transplantation and vascular/peritoneal access, and is expected to participate in all clinical activities, theatre sessions including live donor nephrectomy, kidney transplant dialysis access surgery and endocrine surgery as well as expected to participate in audit and clinical research

About us

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

  • high-quality care for all,
  • being a great place to work,
  • partnerships for impact, and
  • research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

  • we are compassionate,
  • we are proud,
  • we are inclusive, and
  • we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

https://www.uhleicester.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

24 September 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£65,048 to £73,992 a year Per Annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

358-7447943-RRC

Job locations

Glenfield hospital

Groby Road

leicester

LE3 9QP


Job description

Job responsibilities

Although this position is not recognised for training by the Postgraduate Deanery, successful applicants will have the opportunity to participate in some of the wider educational activities of the department (journal clubs, MDT meetings, radiology meetings)

Applicants must have or be eligible to apply for full GMC registration with a license to practice to take up this post. You should also have surgical experience.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Although this position is not recognised for training by the Postgraduate Deanery, successful applicants will have the opportunity to participate in some of the wider educational activities of the department (journal clubs, MDT meetings, radiology meetings)

Applicants must have or be eligible to apply for full GMC registration with a license to practice to take up this post. You should also have surgical experience.

Person Specification

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

  • Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

Training & Qualifications

Essential

  • MB BS or Equivalent Full GMC Registration Full MRCS UK or equivalent

Desirable

  • Evidence of clinical commitment and a relevant specialty interest.

Experience

Essential

  • Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job. Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need. Shows aptitude for practical skills, required in the job. Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings.
  • Personal integrity and reliability. Willingness to learn new skills. Demonstrates a willingness to fully engage in appraisal. Self-awareness and ability to accept and learn from feedback.

Desirable

  • Evidence of commitment to the speciality

Communication and relationship skills

Essential

  • Clear, fluent and articulate in verbal and written presentation. Capacity to listen and take in other perspectives. Always considers patient preferences when discussing treatment options. Directs and supports patients to access information they need to support decision making.

Desirable

  • Leadership skills

Analytical and Judgement skills

Essential

  • Capacity to be alert to dangers and problems. Demonstrates awareness of good decision making. Track record of engaging in clinical governance; reporting errors, learning from errors. Commitment to clinical audit. Commitment to patient safety

Desirable

  • Willingness to engage in and organise relevant audit activities.

Skills

Essential

  • Evidence of interest and experience in teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.

Desirable

  • Willingness to engage in teaching

Planning and organisation skills

Essential

  • Willingness to work as a member of the team and to share administrative responsibilities. Capacity to work co-operatively with others & demonstrate leadership when appropriate.

Desirable

  • Awareness of Service Development issues Desire to further develop in the post and support the renal clinical service

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

  • Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

Other requirements specific to the role

Essential

  • Satisfactory health clearance. Satisfactory enhanced DBS Clearance
Person Specification

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

  • Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

Training & Qualifications

Essential

  • MB BS or Equivalent Full GMC Registration Full MRCS UK or equivalent

Desirable

  • Evidence of clinical commitment and a relevant specialty interest.

Experience

Essential

  • Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job. Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need. Shows aptitude for practical skills, required in the job. Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings.
  • Personal integrity and reliability. Willingness to learn new skills. Demonstrates a willingness to fully engage in appraisal. Self-awareness and ability to accept and learn from feedback.

Desirable

  • Evidence of commitment to the speciality

Communication and relationship skills

Essential

  • Clear, fluent and articulate in verbal and written presentation. Capacity to listen and take in other perspectives. Always considers patient preferences when discussing treatment options. Directs and supports patients to access information they need to support decision making.

Desirable

  • Leadership skills

Analytical and Judgement skills

Essential

  • Capacity to be alert to dangers and problems. Demonstrates awareness of good decision making. Track record of engaging in clinical governance; reporting errors, learning from errors. Commitment to clinical audit. Commitment to patient safety

Desirable

  • Willingness to engage in and organise relevant audit activities.

Skills

Essential

  • Evidence of interest and experience in teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.

Desirable

  • Willingness to engage in teaching

Planning and organisation skills

Essential

  • Willingness to work as a member of the team and to share administrative responsibilities. Capacity to work co-operatively with others & demonstrate leadership when appropriate.

Desirable

  • Awareness of Service Development issues Desire to further develop in the post and support the renal clinical service

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

  • Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

Other requirements specific to the role

Essential

  • Satisfactory health clearance. Satisfactory enhanced DBS Clearance

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 of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Glenfield hospital

Groby Road

leicester

LE3 9QP


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Glenfield hospital

Groby Road

leicester

LE3 9QP


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

head of service

Atul Bagul

a.bagul@nhs.net

01162584658

Details

Date posted

24 September 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£65,048 to £73,992 a year Per Annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

358-7447943-RRC

Job locations

Glenfield hospital

Groby Road

leicester

LE3 9QP


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