Senior Specialty Fellow in Paediatric ENT

Job overview

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

Job Title: Paediatric ENT Fellow Start Date: 5th August 2026 Contract Type: Fixed term Duration: 12 months Purpose for Fixed Term: Training Contract

This post is appointed on a fixed-term basis for the primary purpose of providing structured training and supervised clinical development. While the postholder will contribute to service delivery, the overarching purpose of the post is to provide defined educational opportunities, supervised clinical practice, and experience aligned to the relevant specialty training curriculum

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

As the Regional Centre for ENT, the Department provides the full range of Adult and Paediatric ENT procedures including complex Rhinology, oto-neurosurgery, cochlear implants, and all forms of Head & Neck Surgery.

You will be expected to participate in at least 4 Paediatric operating lists and at least 3 OPD sessions under the supervision of consultants and participate in MDTs (tracheostomy/ airway and complex swallow & voice) alongside other subspecialities. You will have responsibility for overseeing the daily management of inpatient and emergencies (including NICU/PICU) and participate in a ward week cover rota.

Alongside the Registrars, you will participate in the multidisciplinary educational and audit programmes of the Unit. We have a close relationship with Salisbury and Winchester hospitals to support each other’s on call.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Key Duties:

• OPD clinics at the RSH (Royal South Hants Hospital)
• Airway Clinics/ MDTS at UHS site (University Hospital Southampton)
• Theatre activity
• Audit / Risk / Governance
• Supporting and training Registrars, SHO’s, GPs, FY2, FY1 & Medical students

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.

Proposed interview date: 22nd June 2026

This vacancy closes on or before 4th June 2026