Job summary
The Department of Audio vestibular Medicine is delighted to invite applications for 2 x 8PA Consultants posts in Audiovestibular Medicine/Neuro-otology at University College London Hospital.The posts would suit an Audiovestibular Physician with a special interest in Adult Neuro-otology and complex auditory problems (including APD) who would like to work in a tertiary centre providing multiple sub-specialty clinics and develop clinical research relating to disorders seen in the specialty. The successful candidate will be part of a team of 13 Consultants and up to 5 Specialist Trainees, supporting the work of this multidisciplinary department.

An interest in developing outreach specialty clinics and in transitional care between paediatric and adult audiovestibular medicine will be desired.

Main duties of the job
The post-holder will be accountable to the Divisional Clinical Director and report to the Clinical Lead. Direct Clinical Care ActivitiesThis role requires the consultant to undertake non-emergency work during premium time (defined by the Terms and Conditions - Consultants (England) 2003) as set out in the job plan for this appointment, which will vary from year to year as determined by the needs of the service. Acceptance of the offer of employment will be interpreted as mutual agreement of this requirement between the consultant, his or her clinical manager and the Trust. The contract of employment for this position will reflect this requirement.The Consultant will be supported by the divisional management team and the administrative support team in carrying out his/ her responsibilitieso Provide a courteous and efficient service to the AVM cohort of patientso Deliver the clinical protocols for all AVM patients to ensure that processes and procedures in place conform to local and national standardso Undertake continued professional development and be aware of any new clinical developments in AVM, and to regularly update his/her skills and clinical practice.o Undertake teaching and training in AVM for all levels of staff which will include clinicians, trainees as well as support staffo Be a member of the Department of AVM and work in an integrated way with other members of the department;

About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

Details
Date posted: 25 August 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 a year
per annum + London Weighting
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 309-UCLH-8250031
Job locations: Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals, 47-49 Huntley Street, London, WC1E 6DG, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Share, with other consultants, clinical and administrative work, and the management and supervision of junior staff; Actively participate in departmental meetings and represent the department within the Trust and externally; Represent the department on various committees within the Trust as well as taking responsibility for particular delegated areas according to their interests and availability. The Clinical Director is responsible for delegating these responsibilities; Ensure cross-cover with consultant colleagues to maximise patient experience and the efficiency of the service.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff\*
\* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential

• Registered with the General Medical Council with a licence to practice as a Specialist Audiovestibular Medicine Physician or an equivalent qualification.

Desirable

• MSc and/or PhD

Experience
Essential

• oEvidence of extensive clinical management of complex neurological medicine cases and multidisciplinary care of complex cases

Skills and Abilities
Essential

• oEffective application of evidence-based practice in the clinical management of patients
• oUnderstanding of and commitment to Good Medical Practice as set by the General Medical Council of the UK
• oDemonstrate the ability to work across organisational boundaries and establish effective relationships (patient, inter and intra-departmental)
• oAbility to work successfully in a multi-disciplinary team and across organisational boundaries
• oAbility to use IT and standard software packages

Desirable

• oDemonstrates the ability to respond effectively to changing clinical service demands, introduce and manage change
• oManagement of a clinical service

Values
Essential

• oDemonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving

Communication
Essential

• oDemonstrate the communication, management and leadership skills essential for the NHS environment

Personal and People Development
Essential

• oAbility to manage own time and workload and prioritise clinical work
• oAbility to effectively clinically supervise and train oral medicine specialty trainees
• oAbility to appraise own performance, demonstrate insight and act on feedback

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: University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals, 47-49 Huntley Street, London, WC1E 6DG, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Assistant General Manager, AVM and Audiology
Zaid Ahmed
zaid.ahmed@nhs.net

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).
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).