Job summary
This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the 'ECT Family' this includes current East Cheshire NHS Trust employees, both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.

Applications are invited from highly motivated and dynamic doctors to apply for Junior Clinical Fellow posts, F2 Equivalent Level, to work within the Emergency Department to contribute to the delivery of high quality care for patients both during the day and out of hours.

The successful candidate must possess a basic medical degree e.g. MBBS or equivalent, full GMC registration with a licence to practise and have completed a minimum of Foundation Year 1 training or equivalent. A minimum of 12 months experience working at junior level (or higher) within the NHS is desirable and the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate progression towards or completion of F2 competencies.

In order to ensure your transition and ongoing support in your role at East Cheshire Trust a package of support will be provided for you which will include, a full ED departmental induction, a designated educational and clinical supervisor, and the use of a personalised 'Horus' portfolio in which to document your clinical/extracurricular activities. Additionally, a £500 study leave budget, pro rata if working less than full time, will be available to you to support course attendance.

Hours per week: 40

Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will participate in a 1:16 full shift rota working in all areas of the Emergency Department (resus, majors, minors and paediatric ED).

Duties will include initial assessment and management of undifferentiated patients presenting to the ED. There will be 24/7 senior support.

Although this post is not recognised for training and cannot be signed off for achievement of core training competencies, you will be encouraged to attend departmental teaching for professional development and you will be well supported by senior colleagues.

Working hours will be 40 hours per week. The successful applicant will work a full shift pattern covering nights and weekends. The basic salary for this role is outlined above on a 40 hour working week. In addition, there will be enhancements for additional rostered hours (over 40), night rate hours and weekend working. Details of the enhancements for the role can be provided upon request however this is subject to any future rota changes in line with service need.

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

About us
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate.

If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Details
Date posted: 28 October 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Foundation Doctor
Salary: £47,610 a year (plus enhancements)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 209-A-26-8378293
Closing date: 11 November 2026

Person Specification
Qualifications (Essential)

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• ALS (Advanced Life Support)
• Good background in training at Foundation /House Officer level
• 12 months UK NHS experience

Clinical Skills (Essential)

• Acute care safe: up-to-date ALS. Experience of working at night, and out of hours.
• Relevant specialty clinical knowledge: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job.
• Clinical judgement: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need.
• Practical skills: shows aptitude for practical skills, required in the job as per Foundation competencies
• Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job.

Other Role Requirements (Essential)

• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements

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).

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: East Cheshire NHS Trust
Address: Macclesfield District General Hospital, Victoria Road, Macclesfield SK10 3BL, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Contact
Medical Workforce Rota Coordinator, Rota Co-ordinator, ecn-tr.medicalstaffing@nhs.net, 01625661224

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