East Cheshire NHS Trust

Junior Clinical Fellow (F2) Trauma & Orthopaedics

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Job summary

Applications are invited from highly motivated and dynamic Resident Doctors to apply for Junior Clinical Fellow posts, F2 Equivalent Level, for a 6-month fixed term period from 6-Aug-2025 until 3-Feb-2026.

The post will offer the successful candidate the opportunity to gain new skills or consolidate existing knowledge, whilst also providing valuable clinical exposure. You will also be afforded training opportunities as outlined later in this document, however, please note that Junior Clinical Fellow posts are not recognised for formal training.

The basic salary for this role is outlined above based on a 40 hour working week. In addition, there will be enhancements for additional rostered hours (over 40), night rate hours and weekend working allowance in line with the relevant Nodal Point under the new Junior Doctor Contract 2016 pay scales. The value of the enhancement for the role can be provided upon request, however, this is subject to any future rota changes in line with service need.

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Fixed Term: 6-Aug-2025 until 3-Feb-2026.

Main duties of the job

The job involves the day-to-day medical care of orthopaedic inpatients and providing resident first on call cover for trauma and orthopaedics as part of a team of seven doctors. There are also opportunities to attend clinics and theatre for learning as well as weekly consultant led departmental teaching.

In order to ensure your transition and ongoing support in your role at East Cheshire Trust a package of support will be provided for you which will include, a paid 1 week structured induction within the department you will work. A designated educational and clinical supervisor for the duration of your placement at the trust and the use of a personalised 'Horus' portfolio in which to document your clinical/extracurricular activities. Additionally, a £500 study leave budget, pro rata if working less than full time, will be available to you to support course attendance.

About us

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Details

Date posted

02 June 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Foundation Doctor

Salary

£42,008 a year per annum (plus enhancements)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

209-A-25-7227169

Job locations

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
  • Good background in training at Foundation /House Officer level

Clinical Skills

Essential

  • Acute care safe: up-to-date ALS. Experience of working at night, and out of hours.
  • Relevant specialty clinical knowledge: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job.
  • Clinical judgement: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need.
  • Practical skills: shows aptitude for practical skills, required in the job.
  • Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job.

Desirable

  • UK/NHS experience

Other Role Requirements

Essential

  • Please refer to the person specification for further details regarding the role requirements.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
  • Good background in training at Foundation /House Officer level

Clinical Skills

Essential

  • Acute care safe: up-to-date ALS. Experience of working at night, and out of hours.
  • Relevant specialty clinical knowledge: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job.
  • Clinical judgement: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need.
  • Practical skills: shows aptitude for practical skills, required in the job.
  • Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job.

Desirable

  • UK/NHS experience

Other Role Requirements

Essential

  • Please refer to the person specification for further details regarding the role requirements.

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.

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.

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

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Medical Staffing Co-ordinator

Medical Staffing Team

ecn-tr.medicalstaffing@nhs.net

01625661224

Details

Date posted

02 June 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Foundation Doctor

Salary

£42,008 a year per annum (plus enhancements)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

209-A-25-7227169

Job locations

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Supporting documents

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