Job summary
We currently require a number of enthusiastic doctors (ST1,ST2 level SHOs) to join our departments to start in the rotations October 2025 intake.
This is a unique opportunity to join the largest trust in the country and participate in an excellent 2 year trust SHO rotation in trauma and orthopaedics. The Trust will fund successful candidates (for the SHO rotation) to complete a distance learning MSc in Trauma Sciences degree at QMUL.Sucessful candidates will be required to apply as soon as possible for places on the MSc Course. If successful at interview for the SHO rotataion the Trust will pay the university degree fees in exchange for 24 months service. *
The surgical rotation posts include positions in Trauma and Orthopaeids across all thre sites in 6 monthly blobks. Final slots will be confirmed prior to starting at the trust and are allocated on a 6 monthly basis. This offers the opportunity to work across all the Barts Health sites providing excellent variety and opportunities for learning. Typically this will also include a 6 month post in another specialty (e.g. Plastcs - although this is not garaunteed).
Main duties of the job
The rotation posts are not recognised for post-graduate training but will provide the same educational opportunities, and successful candidates are expected to fully participate in the well-established postgraduate training program to continue their personal and professional development. The rotation helps to fulfil the requirement for a succsssful candidate to work towards CREHST. Previous candidates have been successful at securing national training numbers (ST3) at national selection interviews (100% in 2024/5).
The experience gained in the rotation would be extremely useful for candidates wishing to pursue a career in Trauma & Orthopaedics. The hub and majority of the rotational placements will be at The Royal London Trauma Centre site and Trauma and Orthopaedics.
An example rotation is 12 months of T&O at RLH (Major Trauma) and Newham (Elective), 6 months of T&O at Whipps Cross (MTU and Elective), and 6 months of Plastics/or other specialty.
Informal discussions are encouraged and you are invited to contact Mr Taff Edwards, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon via email - taff.edwards@nhs.net .
ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED
*fees are returnable if candidates leave prior to fulfilling 24 months contract
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post will provide ideal opportunities to enhance the portfolio of the successful candidate and assist in the career progression of SHOs persuing a career in T&O, as well as the chance to connect and work with consultants across all the Barts Health sites. Furthermore it will provide well-organised candidates the opportunity to gain valuable clinic and theatre experience and a supportive training environment. The aim of the rotaion is to provide the successful SHOs an opportunity to fullfill an equivalent training in preparation for Trauma and Orthopaedic ST3 interviews.
The full job description and the person specification provide an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, outlining the qualification, skills, experience, and knowledge required.
Please view the attachment below.
Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post will provide ideal opportunities to enhance the portfolio of the successful candidate and assist in the career progression of SHOs persuing a career in T&O, as well as the chance to connect and work with consultants across all the Barts Health sites. Furthermore it will provide well-organised candidates the opportunity to gain valuable clinic and theatre experience and a supportive training environment. The aim of the rotaion is to provide the successful SHOs an opportunity to fullfill an equivalent training in preparation for Trauma and Orthopaedic ST3 interviews.
The full job description and the person specification provide an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, outlining the qualification, skills, experience, and knowledge required.
Please view the attachment below.
Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Higher Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice
- MRCS
Desirable
Knowledge/Clinical Expertise in Specialty / Sub- Speciality
Essential
- Previous Orthopaedic/surgical experience at FY and/or SHO level
- Adequate progression of training
- Ability to assess acute medical problems with minimal supervision
- To be familiar with the workings of a UK hospital
Desirable
- Considering an application for ST3 in Trauma and Orthopaedics
Training Expected/Management / Audit Experience
Essential
- Completion of appropriate training
- Organisation skills, able to work in a team
Academic Achievements/Research / Publications
Essential
- Demonstrates a keen interest in further study
Personal Skills
Essential
- Punctual, reliable, competent with the independent management of basic medical and surgical problems
Personal Circumstances
Essential
- Occupational Health Clearance
Person Specification
Qualifications/Higher Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice
- MRCS
Desirable
Knowledge/Clinical Expertise in Specialty / Sub- Speciality
Essential
- Previous Orthopaedic/surgical experience at FY and/or SHO level
- Adequate progression of training
- Ability to assess acute medical problems with minimal supervision
- To be familiar with the workings of a UK hospital
Desirable
- Considering an application for ST3 in Trauma and Orthopaedics
Training Expected/Management / Audit Experience
Essential
- Completion of appropriate training
- Organisation skills, able to work in a team
Academic Achievements/Research / Publications
Essential
- Demonstrates a keen interest in further study
Personal Skills
Essential
- Punctual, reliable, competent with the independent management of basic medical and surgical problems
Personal Circumstances
Essential
- Occupational Health Clearance
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.
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.
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).
