Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Title: Senior Fellow in ENT (Head & Neck)

Start Date: October 2026

Contract Type: Permanent

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job
The ENT Head and Neck team are excited to offer the opportunity for a senior fellow to come and join the team. The role will work closely as part of a multidisciplinary to support with patients going through the 2WW diagnostic and treatment pathway, via outpatients and theatres. We are looking for a team player, with ideally experience of the head and neck cancer pathways who is looking to provide world class care to our patients.

About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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Details
Date posted: 05 August 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Specialty registrar
Salary: £67,325 to £76,582 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 188-MA10826
Job locations: Southampton General Hospital, Tremona Road, Southampton, SO16 6YD, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Routine duties of the post include attendance in H&N outpatients, & H&N theatres including 2ww clinics on Monday pm.

On-call commitment at SpR level: Out of hours non-resident on call covering patients in ENT at University Hospital Southampton, Salisbury and Winchester 1:9.

For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the requirements of the role.

Additional Information
Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed fellow doctors and dentists. Applicants requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.

Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave.

Grades for Trust appointed fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay) Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5; Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS) A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee)

Proposed interview date: 1st September 2026This vacancy closes on or before 19th August 2026

Person Specification
Qualifications, Training & Experience
Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Successful completion of MRCS(ENT) by offer date. (Separate DOHNS & MRCS acceptable)
• Completion of Core Surgical Training or Certificate of Readiness to Enter Higher Surgical Training signed
• Must benchmark to ENT ST3 level
• Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
• Previous experience of working in the NHS for >6 months

Desirable

• Certification or instructor status in ATLS, ALS, APLS, EPLS, MIMMS

Aptitudes & Skills
Essential

• Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams
• Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
• Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
• Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
• Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
• Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching

Desirable

• Previous head and neck fellowship

Trust Values
Essential

• Patients First
• Working Together
• Always Improving

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 Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address: Southampton General Hospital, Tremona Road, Southampton, SO16 6YD, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Consultant Head & Neck Surgeon, Mr Tahwinder Upile, Tahwinder.Upile@uhs.nhs.uk

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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.