Senior Clinical Fellow in ENT: Sponsorship Available

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Job summary

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Senior Clinical Fellow in Otolaryngology (ENT) to join our dynamic and supportive department. until 2nd February 2027 to cover a gap in training. This role offers a possible extension and is an excellent opportunity to gain comprehensive experience in the diagnosis, management, and surgical treatment of a wide range of ENT conditions within a busy NHS setting.

The successful candidate will participate in all aspects of ENT care, including outpatient clinics, elective and emergency surgery, inpatient management, and on-call duties, while progressing through higher specialist training. This post does not carry a national training number.

Applications are welcome from both UK and international ENT candidates who meet the eligibility criteria listed in the person specification part of the job description.

Main duties of the job

Provide high-quality care for patients presenting with ear, nose and throat conditions in both elective and emergency settings Participate in outpatient clinics, ward rounds, and operating theatre lists Perform and assist in ENT surgical procedures appropriate to level of training Contribute to the on-call rota, managing ENT emergencies such as epistaxis, airway compromise, and post-operative complications Supervise and support junior medical staff and contribute to multidisciplinary team working Engage in teaching of medical students and junior colleagues Actively participate in audit, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical governance activities

Person Specification

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent qualification
  • DOHNS or MRCS (ENT)
  • Full MRCS
  • Applicants should have a minimum of 2 years training in ENT as a Specialty Registrar or equivalent grade post
  • Previous experience in Head & Neck Oncology, Rhinology or Otology Subspecialties
  • A minimum 6 months in a UK Healthcare setting
  • Hold full registration with the GDC & GMC at time of application and hold a license to practice

Desirable

  • FRCS (ORL-HNS) in progress or equivalent postgraduate ENT qualification

Academic Research, Audit & Teaching

Essential

  • Evidence of research achievements e.g. publications of relevant study or laboratory and/or clinical research material in peer review journals, presentations at regional or national level
  • Publications and Presentations
  • Evidence of participation in risk management
  • Evidence of active participation in audit
  • Evidence of contributing to teaching and learning of others

Desirable

  • Evidence of academic achievements relevant to ENT e.g. postgraduate degrees, Prizes, awards, grants or distinctions

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).

Closing Date: 13 October 2026

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