Job summary

This post is designed for junior doctors who are interested in neurosurgery and who wish to develop their skills and gain experience of general and spinal neurosurgery in a major centre of excellence.

The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery is part of a group of postgraduate teaching hospitals that provide neurological and neurosurgical services on a local, regional, national and international basis. The Hospital is closely associated with University College London (UCLH) through the Institute of Neurology whose laboratory facilities are situated adjacent to the Hospital in Queen Square. The hospital and Institute has an extensive teaching programme which all trainees have access to. It is part of UCLH Trust, which also includes University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing), The Hospital for Tropical Diseases the Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine, The Eastman Dental Hospital, The Royal National Ear Nose and Throat Hospital and the University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre.

Main duties of the job

This post is not recognised for training purposes; however we are committed to provide a supportive learning environment in order to maximise the career potential of the successful candidate. There is a well-established Core Trainee (CT1-3) and Specialist Registrar training program and it is expected that the successful candidate will participate in these sessions. Time will be allocated for educational activities to broaden the horizon of the candidate. The post is an ideal stepping-stone for junior doctors to gain further experience in spinal and neurosurgery.

Doctors who are not UK or EEA nationals and whose immigration status entitles them to work without restriction in the UK will be considered on an equal basis with UK and EEA nationals. Other non-UK or non-EEA nationals with limited leave to remain in the UK and whose employment will require Tier 2 sponsorship are subject to the Resident Labour Market Test (RLMT). Applicants may only be considered if there is no suitable UK or EEA national candidate for the post. Evidence of immigration status should normally consist of a biometric residence card, date stamped passport and accompanying letter from the Home Office. For further information on how this may affect your application please visit www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk or contact the Home Office's UK Border Agency by e-mail: [email protected] note that the vacancy advertised may be subject to change prior to interview.

About us

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

Details

Date posted

09 November 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£55,355 a year per annum + London Weighting

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

309-UCLH-8419431

Job locations

National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery

Queen Square

London

WC1N 3BG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Please note, due to anticipated high volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Job description Job responsibilities For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description. Please note, due to anticipated high volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff* * UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row. UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working. To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification

Eligibility, Qualifications and Competencies

Essential

• Eligibility oEligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise.
• oEvidence of achievement of Foundation competences from a UKFPO affiliated Foundation Programme or equivalent by time of appointment in line with GMC standards/ Good Medical Practice
• oMeets professional health requirements in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice
• oCapacity to take responsibility for own actions
• Language All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues demonstrated by one of the following: oThat applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English; or oHave achieved the following scores in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application - Overall 7, Speaking 7, Listening 7, Reading 7, Writing 7. If applicants believe they have adequate communication skills but do not fit into one of these examples they must provide supporting evidence

Desirable

• Qualifications oMRCS(UK) full diploma or equivalent at time of appointment

Experience and Skills

Essential

• Clinical oEvidence of experience in general neurosurgery/neurology
• oAble to demonstrate proficiency in a range of medical procedures as an indication of manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• oEvidence of competence to work without direct supervision where appropriate
• oDemonstrate current ALS certification or equivalent
• Academic oDemonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety and clinical quality improvement initiatives
• oDemonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
• Personal Communication Skills: oDemonstrates clarity in written / spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation
• oDemonstrates respect for all Managing Others & Team Involvement:
• oAble to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff
• oEvidence of thoroughness (is well prepared, shows self-discipline / commitment, is punctual and meets deadlines)
• Vigilance & Situational Awareness: oCapacity to monitor developing situations and anticipate issues Coping with Pressure and managing uncertainty:
• oCapacity to operate under pressure

Desirable

• Clinical oEvidence of skills in the management of acute medical emergencies (e.g. ALERT, IMPACT certification)
• Academic oDemonstrates an understanding of research methodology
• oEvidence of relevant academic & research achievements and involvement in a formal research project
• oEvidence of relevant academic publications
• oEvidence of involvement in an audit project, a quality improvement project, formal research project or other activity
• oEvidence of a portfolio of audit projects including where the audit loop has been closed and there is evidence of learning of the principles of change management
• oDemonstrates an understanding of clinical governance
• Personal Management and Leadership Skills: oDemonstrates an understanding of NHS management and resources.
• oEvidence of effective leadership in and outside medicine
• IT Skills: oDemonstrates information technology skills
• Other: oEvidence of achievement outside medicine

Commitment to specialty

Essential

• oShows initiative / drive / enthusiasm (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity, initiative)
• oDemonstrable interest in and understanding of the specialty
• oCommitment to personal and professional development
• oEvidence of attendance at organised teaching and training programme

Desirable

• oExtracurricular activities / achievements relevant to the specialty

Person Specification Eligibility, Qualifications and Competencies Essential Eligibility oEligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise. oEvidence of achievement of Foundation competences from a UKFPO affiliated Foundation Programme or equivalent by time of appointment in line with GMC standards/ Good Medical Practice oMeets professional health requirements in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice oCapacity to take responsibility for own actions Language All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues demonstrated by one of the following: oThat applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English; or oHave achieved the following scores in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application - Overall 7, Speaking 7, Listening 7, Reading 7, Writing 7. If applicants believe they have adequate communication skills but do not fit into one of these examples they must provide supporting evidence Desirable Qualifications oMRCS(UK) full diploma or equivalent at time of appointment Experience and Skills Essential Clinical oEvidence of experience in general neurosurgery/neurology oAble to demonstrate proficiency in a range of medical procedures as an indication of manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination oEvidence of competence to work without direct supervision where appropriate oDemonstrate current ALS certification or equivalent Academic oDemonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety and clinical quality improvement initiatives oDemonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice Personal Communication Skills: oDemonstrates clarity in written / spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation oDemonstrates respect for all Managing Others & Team Involvement: oAble to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff oEvidence of thoroughness (is well prepared, shows self-discipline / commitment, is punctual and meets deadlines) Vigilance & Situational Awareness: oCapacity to monitor developing situations and anticipate issues Coping with Pressure and managing uncertainty: oCapacity to operate under pressure Desirable Clinical oEvidence of skills in the management of acute medical emergencies (e.g. ALERT, IMPACT certification) Academic oDemonstrates an understanding of research methodology oEvidence of relevant academic & research achievements and involvement in a formal research project oEvidence of relevant academic publications oEvidence of involvement in an audit project, a quality improvement project, formal research project or other activity oEvidence of a portfolio of audit projects including where the audit loop has been closed and there is evidence of learning of the principles of change management oDemonstrates an understanding of clinical governance Personal Management and Leadership Skills: oDemonstrates an understanding of NHS management and resources. oEvidence of effective leadership in and outside medicine IT Skills: oDemonstrates information technology skills Other: oEvidence of achievement outside medicine Commitment to specialty Essential oShows initiative / drive / enthusiasm (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity, initiative) oDemonstrable interest in and understanding of the specialty oCommitment to personal and professional development oEvidence of attendance at organised teaching and training programme Desirable oExtracurricular activities / achievements relevant to the specialty

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

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery

Queen Square

London

WC1N 3BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery

Queen Square

London

WC1N 3BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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