Job summaryWe are looking to appoint to a whole-time Consultant Neurosurgeon with an interest in Paediatric Neurosurgery & Adult Epilepsy to the Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, based at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield, with clinical sessions at the Sheffield Children's Hospital. A candidate with an interest in Paediatric Neurosurgery is sought to contribute to the continued development of the service in Sheffield. The post is available from 27 January 2027.
We would welcome applications from candidates across the full spectrum of experience, from those who have recently completed training to those who have well-established careers.
Any candidate who is unable for personal reasons to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post; if such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues.
Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.
Main duties of the jobThe appointee, together with consultant colleagues, will be responsible for the provision of adult neurosurgical services to the Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and paediatric neurosurgical services to the Sheffield Children's Hospital.
The appointee will be expected to contribute to the routine adult neurosurgical workload and the paediatric sub-specialty.
The person appointed will take his/her equal share in providing emergency cover and will be required to cover for colleagues during periods of absence. He/she will have continuing responsibility for patients in his/her care and the proper functioning of the department.
The successful candidate will work according to the terms and conditions of the new consultant contract.
About usLocated on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also means it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award winning and internationally recognised team, with a focus on innovation, research and high quality care, as well as family friendly working, and we are keen to discuss with individuals about how we can support their ambitions.
Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
Applications from those unable, for personal reasons, to work on a whole time basis or a job share basis will be considered.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Person SpecificationQualificationEssential- Full registration (with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC).
- Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview. If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT),or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
- Royal College of Surgeons Intercollegiate Examination in Neurosurgery or equivalent.
Desirable- Higher degree, distinctions, prizes, awards, scholarships relevant to the post
Communication SkillsEssential- Good oral and written communications skills
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
- Ensures value for money is considered in all that they do
- Willingness & ability to fulfil requirements of the post
- Adopts a patient-centred, professional & responsible approach to clinical practice
- Effective team member who is able to work with colleagues in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Prepared to work flexibly as required
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
Management & AdministrationEssential- Attendance at a management training course.
- Ability to use a computer and the internet.
- Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS management.
Clinical Governance & AuditEssential- Experience in performing clinical audit.
Desirable- Publication of audit projects
Continuous Professional DevelopmentEssential- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months.
Desirable- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Teaching & TrainingEssential- Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels.
- Experience of teaching & supervising basic surgical trainees.
- Experience of teaching & supervising postgraduate trainees.
ResearchEssential- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporates it into clinical practice, where appropriate.
Desirable- Publications in refereed journals
- Ability to supervise research performed by others
Competence & Clinical SkillsEssential- Able to provide an expert opinion in a range of conditions in neurosurgery and paediatric neurosurgery.
- Demonstrable competence in general neurosurgery paediatric neurosurgery and adult spinal surgery.
- Able to take part in emergency cover for adult & paediatric neurosurgery.
- Ability to practice evidence-based medicine.
Clinical ExperienceEssential- Experience of working in a tertiary neurosurgical unit in the UK.
- Ability to work as an independent practitioner in the specialty covered by the post.
- Demonstrated experience in complex epilepsy surgery.
- Routine spinal surgery experience.
- Evidence of effective team working in a multi-professional environment
Desirable- Further experience in paediatrics
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace. 
