Job Summary
The aim of the fellowship is to provide training and research opportunities in elective foot and ankle Surgery for a six/twelve-month period. There will be no on-call duties. The fellow will work with all the consultants in the Foot and Ankle Team.

This advert is for a post CCT Senior Fellow appointment - 7 candidates over 3 year period starting from April 27 to October 2030

X 1wte 6 months

April 27-Oct 28

X 6 wte 12-month contracts

April 27-April 28

Oct 27-Oct 28

April 28-April 29

Oct 28-Oct 29

April 29 -April 30

Oct 29-Oct 30

The Unit specialises in elective foot and ankle surgery and provides complex tertiary care including treatment for joint preservation, ankle arthritis, deformity correction and neuromuscular conditions. There are 4 full time Orthopaedic Consultants. In addition, the unit has 3 Clinical Nurse Specialists, 2 physiotherapists, 2 orthotists and a research officer who help in the care on both inpatients and outpatients and who provide a one-stop shop for treatment in clinic. Four trainees are attached to our unit: 2 fellows (these posts), 2 trainee registrars (ST3-ST8), and an international fellow may also be present.

Weekly time table consists of outpatient clinics, operating list, research, MDT meetings, and ward rounds.

Excellent facilities for clinical research are available in collaboration with Institute of Orthopaedics and the biomechanical engineering department. Time will be allowed for individual research.

Main duties of the job
Experience in foot and ankle surgery at SpR level and completion of CCT, already developed an interest in foot and ankle surgery, experience of research in foot and ankle surgery, experience of MDT working.

Evidence of good written and verbal communication skills, an understanding of the major risk factors for foot and ankle surgery at a population level and at the level of the individual, ability and enthusiasm to teach medical undergraduates and Allied Health Professionals.

Clarity of career aims, in particular reasons for choosing fellowship post in foot and ankle surgery, evidence of being a good team member, leadership qualities, commitment and interest in research. Recognition of the importance of research in the field

About us
At the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH), we are committed to achieving the best staff experience in the NHS. In the 2023 NHS Staff Survey, we proudly:

• Scored above the national average for the People Promises: "We are recognised and rewarded," "We are always learning," "We work flexibly," "We are a team," and for staff engagement.
• Ranked #1 among all Trusts in North and Central London for all People Promises and themes.
• Ranked #1 among all Acute Specialist Trusts for "We work flexibly."

At RNOH, we're committed to being actively anti-discriminatory and actively inclusive. We recognise our brilliant people do brilliant work, and we offer rewarding careers, no matter what their background. We continue to strive to break down barriers to be the Trust where people come together because what they do matters, makes a difference and where they can thrive.

Joining our organisation means enjoying a wide range of staff benefits, including:

• 24/7 access to wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme.
• A Rewards & Recognition platform, offering opportunities to thank colleagues, send gifts, and access exclusive discounts.
• A dedicated Staff Wellbeing Hub, providing a space to relax and recharge away from the work environment.
• Salary sacrifice schemes for transport (season ticket loans, car and bike), electrical goods, and childcare

At RNOH, we are more than a workplace--we are committed to patients, to excellence and the wellbeing of our staff.

Details
Date posted: 10 July 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: £76,582 a year per annum
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 392-MS027-Foot&AnkleSCF
Job locations: Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital Trust Brockley Hill, Stanmore, HA7 4LP, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Weekly time table consists of outpatient clinics, operating list, research, MDT meetings, and ward rounds, supporting and training the junior doctors.

The fellows will spend time with all 4 of the foot and ankle consultants, Mr Nick Cullen, Mr Matthew Welck, Mr Shelain Patel and Mr Karan Malhotra

Person Specification
Trust Values:
Essential

• Understands and committed to Trust values: Patients first always Excellence in all we do Trust, honesty and respect for each other Equality for all

Education, qualification and training
Essential

• Applicants must have completed the FRCS (Trauma and Orth) or equivalent and will be expected to be post CCT and demonstrate a track record of research and audit experience
• 1 year experience in foot and ankle surgery at SpR level. Already developed an interest in foot and ankle surgery.

Desirable

• Post CCT
• Experience of research in foot and ankle surgery
• Experience of MDT working

Clinical Care (knowledge and skills)
Essential

• Experience in foot and ankle surgery at SpR level. Already developed an interest in foot and ankle surgery.

Desirable

• Research with higher degree ideally in relevant specialty Experience of MDT working

Maintaining clinical competence
Essential

• Evidence of good written and verbal communication skills
• An understanding of the major risk factors for foot and ankle surgery at a population level and at the level of the individual

Desirable

• Ability and enthusiasm to teach medical undergraduates and Allied Health Professionals.

Organisation and planning
Essential

• Clarity of career aims, in particular reasons for choosing fellowship post
• Evidence of being a good team member Active interest in research and audit

Desirable

• Leadership qualities Commitment and interest in research Recognition of the importance of research in the field of scoliosis development and treatment.

Communication and working relationships
Essential

• Good communication skills
• Able to build good working relationships
• Clarity of career aims, in particular reasons for choosing fellowship post in foot and ankle surgery
• Evidence of being a good team member

Desirable

• Considerate

Personal attributes and experience
Essential

• Attention to detail

Desirable

• Able to work Autonomously

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 Contact Details
Employer name: Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust
Address: Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital Trust Brockley Hill, Stanmore, HA7 4LP, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.rnoh.nhs.uk/
For questions about the job, contact: Operation Manager Dawn Lewinson, d.lewinson@nhs.net, 02089095822