Trust Doctor/Senior Clinic Fellow in Neurosurgery

Haringey GP Federation; Brighton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK healthcare provider is looking for a Trust Doctor/Senior Clinic Fellow in Neurosurgery. This role involves covering both elective and emergency adult neurosurgery and spinal conditions while participating in governance, teaching, and a 1:10 on-call schedule. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of neurosurgical experience, hold an MRCS qualification, and possess strong communication skills. Join a dedicated team in state-of-the-art facilities, contributing to patient care and professional development.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of neurosurgical experience.
• MRCS and previous neurosurgical experience to ST4+ level.
• Able to perform lumbar punctures and insert external ventricular drains.

Responsibilities

• Cover both elective and emergency adult neurosurgery.
• Participate in governance activities and teaching.
• Deal with acute referrals and surgical emergencies.

Skills

Neurosurgical experience

Communication skills

Ability to work in multi-professional teams

Education

MRCS (or equivalent)

Full GMC Registration

Advanced Life Support Certificate

Job description

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

The closing date is 26 December 2025

Trust Doctor/Senior Clinic Fellow in Neurosurgery

Our South‑East Neurosurgery/Spinal surgery unit consists of 9 neurosurgical and 4 spinal consultants (with orthopaedic and/or neurosurgical training). By accepting this job you will be expected to integrate into a team of 9 registrars, 6 SHO level doctors, 2 foundation year 1 doctors and 2 advance clinical practitioners (ACP). There are 2 dedicated neurosurgical wards at the RSCH and a number of critical care beds. The department is based in the new Louisa Martindale Building (3T) providing state‑of‑the‑art facilities including 3 dedicated neuro/spinal theatres with intra‑operative MRI facilities, a brand‑new neurointerventional angiography suite, O‑arm, 3 neuro‑navigation systems, CT/MRI facilities near neuro‑theatres and multiple MDT rooms.

You will have opportunities to perform and assist in a variety of neurosurgical and spinal surgical procedures with appropriate supervision and mentorship. You will also develop your portfolio with governance activities (audits, quality improvement projects), teaching and research. The role involves a 1 in 10 on‑call schedule, including long days and night shifts, dealing with acute referrals and surgical emergencies from the wider Sussex and Kent areas. Additional opportunities include attending subspecialty clinics/MDTs and local teaching.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will cover both elective and emergency adult neurosurgery and spinal conditions across registrars on‑calls, wards, theatres, ICU/HDU, outpatient clinics and the emergency department. The registrar on‑call rota is 1:10 and you will work with a highly motivated theatre, nursing, therapy and pharmacy team. This is an excellent opportunity for middle‑grade doctors aspiring to complete neurosurgical training. Posts are well supported and closely supervised by consultants, with an educational and clinical supervisor assigned and regular career progress supervision. Those at FRCS Neurosurgery level will be closely guided and supported.

On‑call commitment: 1:10, including night work.

Occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances may arise; these will be discussed with senior colleagues and will not be required for prolonged periods.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating.

Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and a buddy system for new members.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for further details.

• Registrar on‑call duties – dealing with acute referrals and escalating appropriately.
• Review of patients in the emergency department/surgical assessment unit, formulating appropriate management plans under consultant supervision.
• Weekly attendance to neurosurgical theatres, assisting and performing cranial and spinal procedures as suitable, with consultant supervision.
• Attendance at weekly departmental teaching.
• Participation in clinical governance, including departmental/national audits and quality improvement projects.
• Attendance at outpatient departments and review of patients in clinic.
• Training and supervision of junior colleagues.
• Participation in the morning multidisciplinary board round, communicating with allied health professionals to ensure patient safety and care.

Person Specification

Experience/ Qualifications

• MRCS (or equivalent) and previous neurosurgical experience to ST4+ level.
• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice.
• Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent.
• Distinctions, scholarships, prizes, other degrees e.g. BSc MSc MS.

Clinical Skills and Experience

• At least 2 years neurosurgical experience.
• Able to independently perform lumbar punctures, insertion of external ventricular drains and ICP monitors.
• Experience in relevant specialties.
• Detailed surgical logbook detailing experience in a range of neurosurgical procedures.

Knowledge

• Breadth of experience in and outside specialty.

Organisation and Planning

• Experience and ability to work in multi‑professional teams.
• Understanding of NHS/Clinical governance/resource constraints.
• Evidence of managerial skills: achievements / courses attended.

Academic and Research3>

• Evidence of participation in audit.
• Research experience.
• Publications.
• Prizes and honours.

Teaching Skills

• Evidence of interest and commitment to teaching.
• Recognised teaching qualification.
• Appropriate progression of career to date.

Personal Attributes

• Evidence of good communication skills both oral and written.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) check for any previous criminal convictions.