University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

HPB Senior Clinical Fellow
The closing date is 25 November 2026
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Job summary
The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (UHL) are inviting applications for the Senior Clinical Fellow in HPB Surgery (Peri-CCT).

The SCF post has been specifically designed to help motivate people further in their careers in Hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery.

These posts will allow successful candidates to develop their clinical skills and experience in a hospital with a track record of innovative service delivery, excellence in training and clinical research.

Main duties of the job
Main Duties Participate in the running of department/ ward.

• Provide surgical clinical supervision of resident doctors on the wards.
• Participate in the general surgical on-call rota at registrar level.
• Provide senior medical input for non surgical wards when on-call (especially Out of Hours).

The ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team is essential to this post. You will participate in operational and research projects and the teaching of the Senior House Officers, Medical Students, Nursing staff and other Ancillary staff.

Supervise, monitor and assist Resident Doctors in the day-to-day management of in-patients in posts.

Attend and participate in ward rounds as timetabled.

Take part in timetabled Emergency work. This will involve providing senior input to the on-call team and may include any combination of leading the arrest team, running the surgical admissions unit and triage area as the surgical registrar on-call, reviewing medical patients on base wards and providing a medical opinion for patients in other specialities.

Participate in Surgical Outpatient Clinics.

Attend weekly educational and multidisciplinary sessions.

About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
https://www.uhleicester.nhs.uk

Details
Date posted: 12 November 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: £67,325 to £77,348 a year per annum
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 358-8308425-CHU

Job locations
UHL, Groby Road, Leicester, LE3 9QP, United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached a job description which details an overview and main responsibilities of the job.

Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential

• Full GMC registration with a license to practice
• MRCS qualification
• ALS Qualified

Desirable

• Evidence of commitment to surgical training

Experience
Essential

• At least 2 years experience of working at surgical registrar level either in the UK or abroad (A minimum of 6 months in the UK)

Desirable

• Experience in Transplant Unit

Communication and relationship skills
Essential

• Emotional intelligence and empathy in dealing with cancer patients
• Potential to cope with stressful situations
• Good communication skills
• The ability to function as a member of a multi-disciplinary clinical team

Planning and organisation skills
Essential

• Ability to manage applicants own time and work effectively, understanding of role. Possessing a high degree of motivation and personal self-discipline

Equality and Diversity
Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs

Other requirements specific to the role
Essential

• Empathic approach when talking to patients and their families

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Employer's website: https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: HPB Consultant Surgeon Eyad Issa, e.issa@nhs.net