Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Locum Consultant ENT Head and Neck

The closing date is 01 August 2025

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 12 month fixed term contract for a Consultant in ENT Head and Neck. The post holder will be expected to work at Kingston Hospital and St Georges Hospital.

The department at Kingston Hospital provides one-stop diagnostic clinics in collaboration with Radiology, Cellular Pathology and Endocrinology. Over 100 thyroid and parathyroid operations are performed annually supported by the availability of intraoperative rapid parathyroid hormone testing and intraoperative nerve testing. The ENT clinic at Kingston Hospital is one of very few in the country equipped with the latest ultrasound machines, and the successful applicant will have the ability to learn and perform head and neck ultrasound as part of an enhanced clinical assessment or diagnostic intervention. Cone Beam CT scanning is also available onsite.

St. George's Healthcare NHS Trust is one of the largest healthcare units in the United Kingdom accommodating around 1000 beds and treating around 80,000 inpatient and day cases, and over 300,000 outpatients annually. The Trust employs over 6500 staff incorporating 675 Medical & Dental Staff. It provides general acute services together with specialty services including neurosciences, cardiothoracic, and specialist childrens services. A merger with Community Services Wandsworth took place in October 2010 providing integrated services in many areas.

Main duties of the job

The post holder would be expected to Provide advice and treatment Help develop the service in accordance with Trust policy. Teach train and supervise postgraduates trainees as appropriate. Demonstrate professional excellence and efficient delivery of care in accordance with clinical case load associated with the post.

The post holder will be required to participate in the on call rota on a 1:04 basis, shared with colleagues. This is subject to review. The post holder will provide on call for ENT on the St Georges Hospital ENT rota.

About us

Developmentand staff wellbeing

Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nurseryat Kingston Hospital,wellbeingpractitioners,regular wellbeing classes,dedicatedstaffphysiotherapist, comprehensiveoccupationalhealth services, 24/7employeeassistanceprogramme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.

Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.

Details

Date posted

11 July 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

396-2807-MS

Job locations

Kingston Hospital

Galsworthy Road

Kingston

KT2 7QB


Job description

Job responsibilities

For informal discussion about this role please contact Mr Enyi Ofo, Consultant Head and Neck Surgeon and Clinical Lead for ENT and Robotic Surgery. enyi.ofo@nhs.net

Job description

Job responsibilities

For informal discussion about this role please contact Mr Enyi Ofo, Consultant Head and Neck Surgeon and Clinical Lead for ENT and Robotic Surgery. enyi.ofo@nhs.net

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Full GMC Registration with License to Practice (or eligibility to obtain).
  • FRCS or equivalent
  • CCT in Specialty and on GMC's Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT from the date of the interview or have confirmed eligibility for Specialist Registration.

Clinical Experience

Essential

  • Post SpR clinical fellowship experience in Head & Neck surgery
  • Experience in robotic Head & Neck surgery
  • Evidence of continuing medical education (existing consultants must demonstrate active participation in CPD)

Management Skills

Essential

  • Able to communicate at a strategic and operational level
  • Demonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train undergraduates and junior doctors.

Desirable

  • Attended management training course
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Full GMC Registration with License to Practice (or eligibility to obtain).
  • FRCS or equivalent
  • CCT in Specialty and on GMC's Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT from the date of the interview or have confirmed eligibility for Specialist Registration.

Clinical Experience

Essential

  • Post SpR clinical fellowship experience in Head & Neck surgery
  • Experience in robotic Head & Neck surgery
  • Evidence of continuing medical education (existing consultants must demonstrate active participation in CPD)

Management Skills

Essential

  • Able to communicate at a strategic and operational level
  • Demonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train undergraduates and junior doctors.

Desirable

  • Attended management training course

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

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingston Hospital

Galsworthy Road

Kingston

KT2 7QB


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingston Hospital

Galsworthy Road

Kingston

KT2 7QB


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant ENT

Enyi Ofo

enyi.ofo@nhs.net

02039892307

Details

Date posted

11 July 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

396-2807-MS

Job locations

Kingston Hospital

Galsworthy Road

Kingston

KT2 7QB


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