Job summary

We are looking for a locum 6 month fixed term Consultant in our ENT department. The Consultant in ENT provides specialist clinical expertise in the diagnosis and management of voice disorders. The role involves delivering outpatient and surgical services for complex vocal conditions, working within a multidisciplinary team. The post holder will also support the Trust planned Tracheostomy surgery lists for ITU patients.

Main duties of the job

Delivery of planned tracheostomy surgery lists for ITU patients

Delivery of 18 week planned care and waiting time targets

Maintenance of clinical supervision of junior staff

S Secures receipt of SLA income job planned PAs delivered for other providers

About us

Development and staff wellbeing

Your growth and happiness matters to us. After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.

Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.

Details

Date posted

05 November 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year Dependant on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

396-2912-MS

Job locations

Kingston Hospital

GalsworthyRoad

Kingston Upon Thames

KT2 7QB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To undertake outpatient clinics and Surgical lists at Kingston Hospital and other clinics in the community as required

2. To review inpatients at Kingston Hospital.

3. To support the delivery of the ENT and H&N pathway against best practice standards and peer review assessments.

4. To work with the Head of Service and service-line managers to ensure the provision of high quality, effective care which meets operational standards.

Interview date proposed is 13-Jan-2027, with potential to interview in December if necessary.

Job description Job responsibilities 1. To undertake outpatient clinics and Surgical lists at Kingston Hospital and other clinics in the community as required 2. To review inpatients at Kingston Hospital. 3. To support the delivery of the ENT and H&N pathway against best practice standards and peer review assessments. 4. To work with the Head of Service and service-line managers to ensure the provision of high quality, effective care which meets operational standards. Interview date proposed is 13-Jan-2027, with potential to interview in December if necessary.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oFull GMC Registration with License to Practice (or eligibility to obtain).
• UK trained and must hold CCT or be with six months of award of CCT by interview date

Desirable

• oAppropriate higher degree (e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent)

Experience in Training, Auditing and research

Essential

• oDemonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train

Desirable

• oCompleted 'Train the Trainers' course

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Evidence of continuing medical education (existing consultants must demonstrate active participation in CPD)
• Broad Clinical ENT Experience

Desirable

• Broad based exposure for adults, paeds and emergencies
• Have previous employment within the NHS

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oFull GMC Registration with License to Practice (or eligibility to obtain). UK trained and must hold CCT or be with six months of award of CCT by interview date Desirable oAppropriate higher degree (e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent) Experience in Training, Auditing and research Essential oDemonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train Desirable oCompleted 'Train the Trainers' course Clinical Experience Essential Evidence of continuing medical education (existing consultants must demonstrate active participation in CPD) Broad Clinical ENT Experience Desirable Broad based exposure for adults, paeds and emergencies Have previous employment within the NHS

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingston Hospital

GalsworthyRoad

Kingston Upon Thames

KT2 7QB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingston Hospital

GalsworthyRoad

Kingston Upon Thames

KT2 7QB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)