Job summary
The Department of Paediatric Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery at Sheffield Children's Hospital invites applicants for a 12 month Senior Clinical Fellow position, starting from October 2023. The post is suitable for senior ENT trainees/residents at ST8 (or equivalent), or trained ENT surgeons post Certification of Completion of Training (or equivalent), who wish to further sub-specialise in tertiary Paediatric Otolaryngology.Prior experience and training in Ear, Nose and Throat surgery is essential.This is a Senior Clinical Fellowship where a broad range of paediatric ENT surgery will be undertaken. You will receive training in the management of complex paediatric ENT conditions, airway assessment, endoscopic management and reconstruction, paediatric head and neck surgery, and otology, including cholesteatoma and middle ear and bone conducting implant surgery. Research is actively encouraged.Enquiries can be directed by candidates to Mr Sanjeev Gupta, Consultant ENT Surgeon and ENT Clinical Lead; Tel: 0114 2717423. We encourage interested candidates to meet the team prior to interview.
Interviews for successfully shortlisted candidates will take place the week commencing 14th August 2023
Main duties of the job
The aim of the post is to provide clinical and training opportunities in Paediatric ENT, including specialist airway work. The appointee will report directly to the Paediatric ENT Clinical Lead.
The successful candidate will be expected to work flexibly to respond to the demands of a busy tertiary unit. The weekly timetable as shown in the job description may be adapted to suit service needs or to suit the successful candidate. The Fellow will be free to attend ENT Lists not timetabled if cases of interest are being done.
The successful applicant will be expected to work in conjunction with the Specialist Registrar to provide on call cover for the Children's Hospital during the day.
About us
Sheffield Children's is one of three independent, specialist paediatric hospitals in the country, providing dedicated healthcare for children and young people across community, mental health and acute specialist settings.
The Department of Paediatric ENT offers a comprehensive range of tertiary referral paediatric otolaryngology and audiology services, excluding tracheal surgery requiring the input of cardiothoracic surgeons. We have particular interests in airway reconstruction and paediatric head and neck/salivary gland disease in addition to the management of paediatric cholesteatoma and hearing loss.
Sheffield Children's has three overarching aims that set the direction for the Trust in our vision "to create a healthier future for children and young people."
- Outstanding patient care
- Brilliant place to work
- Leader in children's health
Our commitment to rewarding colleagues is demonstrated through our brilliant reward and benefits offer including generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme and access to salary sacrifice schemes such as cycle to work and lease cars.
We are committed to supporting colleagues from different heritages and lifestyles while at work. This is supported through the offer we have in place for flexible working and the three equality network groups we have in place. Colleagues are encouraged to join these groups and request flexible working.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities will be made available.
Appropriate registration with the GMC is required, and if the appointee does not hold right of residence in the UK a work permit will be required.
Applications are welcomed from EU and non-EU candidates and trainees from the armed forces. Candidates should have the ability to communicate fluently in English for example to have passed the IELTS English proficiency examination or equivalent such as OET and ECFMG.
An IELTS total score of 7.5 minimum is needed with each subsection having a score of 7.0 to 9.0 such that your average is total 7.5 or above, to qualify for GMC registration and to apply for this Senior Clinical Fellowship. You will be asked to send in your scores at time of application.
For further details / informal visits:
Mr Sanjeev Gupta, Consultant ENT Surgeon and ENT Clinical Lead, 0114 2717423
Hanna Wieteska-Young, Service Manager, 0114 3053974
Job description
Job responsibilities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities will be made available.
Appropriate registration with the GMC is required, and if the appointee does not hold right of residence in the UK a work permit will be required.
Applications are welcomed from EU and non-EU candidates and trainees from the armed forces. Candidates should have the ability to communicate fluently in English for example to have passed the IELTS English proficiency examination or equivalent such as OET and ECFMG.
An IELTS total score of 7.5 minimum is needed with each subsection having a score of 7.0 to 9.0 such that your average is total 7.5 or above, to qualify for GMC registration and to apply for this Senior Clinical Fellowship. You will be asked to send in your scores at time of application.
For further details / informal visits:
Mr Sanjeev Gupta, Consultant ENT Surgeon and ENT Clinical Lead, 0114 2717423
Hanna Wieteska-Young, Service Manager, 0114 3053974
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with GMC
- Qualified medical practitioner
- FRCS (ORL-HNS) or equivalent training experience
- Completed Basic Surgical Training in posts approved by the surgical Royal College or approved overseas equivalent
Desirable
- Distinction, prizes, awards, scholarships, other degrees, higher degrees
- Presentations
- Publications
Experience
Essential
- Validated logbook/appraisal document indicating appropriate operative experience
- Competence in pre-operative and post-operative management
- Demonstrated interest in Paediatric ENT
Desirable
- Computer skills
- Evidence of participation or enthusiasm for audit
- Understands the principles of audit
Knowledge
Essential
- Organisational ability
- Potential to cope with stressful situations and undertake responsibility
- Understand and communicate intelligibly with patients
Desirable
- Initiative
- A critical enquiring approach to the acquisition of knowledge
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Caring attitudes
- Honesty
- Trustworthy and reliable
- Behave in a manner which establishes professional relationships with patients
- Be physically and mentally fit and capable of conducting operative procedures which may be demanding of a number of hours of close attention
- Manual dexterity as confirmed by referees
Desirable
- Ability to work as a team
- Outside interests
Demonstrates Trust Values
Essential
- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with GMC
- Qualified medical practitioner
- FRCS (ORL-HNS) or equivalent training experience
- Completed Basic Surgical Training in posts approved by the surgical Royal College or approved overseas equivalent
Desirable
- Distinction, prizes, awards, scholarships, other degrees, higher degrees
- Presentations
- Publications
Experience
Essential
- Validated logbook/appraisal document indicating appropriate operative experience
- Competence in pre-operative and post-operative management
- Demonstrated interest in Paediatric ENT
Desirable
- Computer skills
- Evidence of participation or enthusiasm for audit
- Understands the principles of audit
Knowledge
Essential
- Organisational ability
- Potential to cope with stressful situations and undertake responsibility
- Understand and communicate intelligibly with patients
Desirable
- Initiative
- A critical enquiring approach to the acquisition of knowledge
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Caring attitudes
- Honesty
- Trustworthy and reliable
- Behave in a manner which establishes professional relationships with patients
- Be physically and mentally fit and capable of conducting operative procedures which may be demanding of a number of hours of close attention
- Manual dexterity as confirmed by referees
Desirable
- Ability to work as a team
- Outside interests
Demonstrates Trust Values
Essential
- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence
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
Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust Western Bank Sheffield S10 2TH
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust Western Bank
Sheffield
S10 2TH
Employer's website
https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
