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Job overview
We are looking for a full time Locum Consultant Paediatric ENT surgeon to deliver activity between St George's University Hospitals and Croydon University Hospitals.
The establishment of St George’s as a major trauma centre in April 2010 has also increased the need for emergency cover for paediatric trauma in cases where airway management is required. It is therefore envisaged that this post will work closely with the Paediatric consultant team as well as colleagues within the ENT Department.
A hub and spoke network for ENT operates within South West London centred on St. George’s Hospital covering a population of 1.7million. The aim is to provide a collaborative and integrated service for South West Thames and surrounding counties. All in-patient operating has been centralised on the St. George’s Hospital site. The other linked hospital units within the group include Croydon University Hospital NHS Trust, Kingston NHS Trust, and Epsom and St Helier Hospitals NHS Trust and Queen Mary’s Hospital. Outpatient clinics and day surgery continue on these sites
Start Date 6 July 2026 to 5th April 2027
Main duties of the job
- Promotion of (and participation in) teaching within the department
- Flexible cover for the clinical commitments of the department
- To be active in research and to continue to maintain and update their professional knowledge
- To fulfil all the general conditions applying to employees of and St George’s Healthcare Trust (see below)
- On call duties will be 1:14 frequency
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
We are looking for an enthusiastic clinician with special interest in Paediatric ENT to contribute to delivering the highest quality of patient care. The post holder will be expected to work closely with colleagues and management in developing the ability of the department to respond to operational pressures together with clinical governance and longer-term service strategies both at St George's and Croydon Hospitals. This is a full-time post consisting of 10 programmed activities including on call commitments.
Please see attached for further information
Person specification
Research
Essential
- Experience of research, particularly in collaboration with other clinicians
Desirable
- Willingness to continue participation in research
Teaching
Essential
- Commitment to organise education and training of junior doctors, therapy staff, nurses and medical students
Desirable
- Qualification in teaching or completion of a ‘Teach the Trainers’ course
Experience
Essential
- Experience in Paediatrics and General ENT
- Evidence of continuing medical education (existing consultants must demonstrate active participation in CPD)
Desirable
- Other specific medical interests
Management
Essential
- Willingness to participate in management activities
- Motivated to ensure achievement of defined targets
Desirable
- Experience of managing budgets and staff
- Qualification in management
- Experience of change management
Other skills
Essential
- Potential to cope with stressful situations, undertake responsibility and be a team player
- Enthusiastic and approachable
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Leadership qualities
- Experience in developing effective and collaborative working relationships
Qualifications
Essential
- Appropriate Registration with the GMC
- Possession of CCT or date within 6 months of the interview date
- Fellowship of the Royal College or affiliated body
Desirable
- Higher additional qualification
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This advert is for Locum Consultant Paediatric ENT Surgeon with St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Consultant Medical doctor Ear, Nose and Throat role. The advertised salary is £109,725 - £145,478 per annum. The contract type is 9 months (Fixed term). The application deadline is 23 Jun 2026.
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