Job overview
1 x Permanent and 2 x fixed term post available ( 6 months)
Applications are invited for a Junior Clinical Fellow in Neurosurgery at ST2+ equivalent level. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated doctor with an interest in neurosurgery to gain valuable experience within a busy regional neuroscience service, supporting the delivery of high-quality care to elective and emergency neurosurgical patients.
The post will provide exposure to a broad range of cranial and spinal neurosurgical conditions, with opportunities to attend theatre, clinics, teaching sessions, clinical governance meetings and quality improvement activity.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, contributing to ward-based care, assessment of acute admissions, peri-operative patient management and the on-call rota.
Applicants should hold full GMC registration with a licence to practice and have appropriate clinical experience at foundation level or above. Previous NHS experience is essential and an interest in pursuing a career in neurosurgery or a related specialty would be desirable.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and compassionate doctor with excellent communication skills and a commitment to safe, patient-centered care. Applicants will undertake a full rota including on calls, please see below for example rota.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.
Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.
Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Rachna Srivastava, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5904. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details below
Person specification
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
- Experience working within an NHS hospital or equivalent healthcare system.
Desirable
- Previous experience in Neurosurgery or a related surgical specialty (e.g. Trauma & Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Intensive Care)
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification. Full GMC registration with a licence to practice.
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This advert is for Junior Clinical Fellow – Neurosurgery with Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust in Romford, London, England. It is listed as a Junior Medical doctor Neurosurgery role. The advertised salary is £54,499 Per Annum inclusive/ part time pro rata. The contract type is 1 x Permanent and 2 x fixed term post available ( 6 months). The application deadline is 23 Jul 2026.
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