ENT Consultant Surgeon (General)

Job overview

Applications are invited for the post of Consultant in Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery, at South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, based at The James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough. The post is intended for a generalist who will be based at the James Cook University Hospital and will include outreach sessions at the key peripheral sites.

Applicants should possess full GMC registration, FRCS (or equivalent) and either already be on the Specialist Register or be within approximately 6 months of receiving their Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT / CESR) at the time of interview.

The successful candidate will be appointed under the current terms and conditions of service for NHS Consultants. Full consideration will be given to applicants who wish to apply for a reduced/part time contract.

Main duties of the job

This post provides an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual to join the existing team of 10 ENT Consultants whilst delivering a sub-specialist interest in all aspects of Paediatrics. The successful candidate will link into a progressive and enthusiastic multi-professional team based at James Cook which provides comprehensive ENT services to the population of Teesside, South Durham and North Yorkshire.

We have a paediatric surgical ward and a level 2b paediatric critical care unit. We also have a dedicated paediatric emergency department and decisions unit, medical paediatric ward and a large neonatal unit.

Working for our organisation

The ENT department is centrally based within a modern purpose-built facility in the James Cook University Hospital, with a peripheral service network across the region. The Trust is one of the largest Foundation Trusts in England.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Details of the full job description and person specification are available to view when you click to apply for the vacancy and click on the about this job link and the documents will be attached at the bottom of the screen.

Person specification

Desirable

• Evidence of developing educational material or courses

Essential

• Full GMC registration
• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of interview
• Relevant CCT / CESR (proposed CCT / CESR date must be within 6 months of interview)
• Broad experience in General ENT
• Evidence of supervising, teaching and training skills with Junior Doctors
• Flexibility to respond to changing service needs

• Evidence of any additional training or fellowship in ENT
• Evidence of research or innovative service developments

Disclosure and Barring Checks (DBS)

It is now the policy of South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who are new to the Trust who require DBS clearance for the post they have been offered, are required to pay the cost of their DBS. The method of payment for this is via salary deduction from your first month's pay.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. We welcome applications from the Black and Minority Ethnic (BAME) Network; LGBT+ Network; Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions Network, Faith Network, Childless not by Choice Network and the Menopause Support Group.

As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you.

If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at [email protected]

The Trust encourages and supports all applicants to be fully vaccinated against both COVID19 and influenza.

Please be aware, there are occasions where some vacancies may close prior to the closing date advertised. This will only happen where sufficient applications are received AND will be made evident on the job advert.

Please note if you are successfully shortlisted, we will contact you via the email address that you have applied from so please ensure you check your emails regularly.

Existing employees of South Tees NHS Foundation Trust currently on the Redeployment Register, who meet the essential criteria for this post, will be shortlisted and interviewed prior to all other applicants.

IMPORTANT - Please ensure you read the 'Guidance Notes for Applicants' document attached to this advert before you start to complete your application form.

This document provides detailed advice regarding the completion of your application form.

The guidance document also provides in detail what identification and certificates you must provide at interview should you be shortlisted.

Personal references and references from colleagues are not acceptable.

Unfortunately we are unable to respond to all applicants and those who are not contacted within six weeks of the closing date should assume that their application has been unsuccessful.