Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Trust Doctor (ST3-5) Respiratory

The closing date is 08 May 2026

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Job summary

Trust Doctor Respiratory Medicine - Full time ST3 ST5 The post is for initially 6 months fixed term contract and is a fantastic opportunity for those desiring experience in respiratory medicine at a large modern tertiary Respiratory centre. It is intended that these posts could be tailored to meet training needs, including opportunities for trainees to become involved in respiratory research and procedural skills. The posts would be suitable for individuals who have completed at least 3 year experience in medical specialties by the intended start date.

Main duties of the job

There will be a commitment to a full shift respiratory HST on call rota, fully supported by Consultant daily ward rounds. The service is supported by a number of foundation year doctors, IMT 1-2 doctors, StRs as well as Physician Associate and Specialist Nurses. This will allow flexibility to tailor training to requirements, including clinics, as well as opportunities to develop pleural and bronchoscopy skills. It is intended that the successful applicant would be involved in audit and quality improvement projects, including the chance to collaborate with researchers to present at national meetings and publish work. We will ensure that the post receive dedicated clinical supervision with an experienced named supervisor, portfolio review, study leave and teaching programmes with evidence to count towards future training. The post is for initially 6 months. Interview date is Monday 11th May - Afternoon Candidates must be fully registered with the General Medical Council and hold a license to practice at the time of the application. For further information, please contact: Dr Deb Ellames, Consultant Respiratory Physician Email: Deborah.ellames@nhs.net Dr Martyn Kennedy, Consultant Respiratory Physician & Clinical Lead Email martyn.kennedy@nhs.net

About us

The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.

Details

Date posted

20 April 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£65,048 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

000489

Job locations

St James’s University Hospital

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS9 7TF


Job description

Job responsibilities

Why you should join our Team

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the largest acute health providers in the UK and based in one of the fastest growing and vibrant cities in the north.

At Cardio-Respiratory CSU, we aim to be a fair and supportive CSU with positive, caring teams who are champions of the Leeds Way values.

For questions about this job, contact:

Dr Deb Ellames, Consultant Respiratory Physician

Email: Deborah.ellames@nhs.net

Dr Martyn Kennedy, Consultant Respiratory Physician & Clinical Lead

Email martyn.kennedy@nhs.net

About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust

Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:

Patient-centred Collaborative Fair Accountable Empowered

All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values

We’re committed to recruiting exceptional people to deliver outstanding services across Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and helping every colleague reach their full potential. We’re looking for a compassionate, inclusive, and collaborative leader who shares our values and can build strong partnerships. We warmly invite applications from people from a variety of backgrounds and sectors, and are especially keen to hear from individuals from a minority ethnic background. We’re dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and has a true sense of belonging, as we work together to deliver the best in healthcare to the people of Leeds and beyond.

Sponsorship Eligibility

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Why you should join our Team

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the largest acute health providers in the UK and based in one of the fastest growing and vibrant cities in the north.

At Cardio-Respiratory CSU, we aim to be a fair and supportive CSU with positive, caring teams who are champions of the Leeds Way values.

For questions about this job, contact:

Dr Deb Ellames, Consultant Respiratory Physician

Email: Deborah.ellames@nhs.net

Dr Martyn Kennedy, Consultant Respiratory Physician & Clinical Lead

Email martyn.kennedy@nhs.net

About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust

Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:

Patient-centred Collaborative Fair Accountable Empowered

All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values

We’re committed to recruiting exceptional people to deliver outstanding services across Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and helping every colleague reach their full potential. We’re looking for a compassionate, inclusive, and collaborative leader who shares our values and can build strong partnerships. We warmly invite applications from people from a variety of backgrounds and sectors, and are especially keen to hear from individuals from a minority ethnic background. We’re dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and has a true sense of belonging, as we work together to deliver the best in healthcare to the people of Leeds and beyond.

Sponsorship Eligibility

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

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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.

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St James’s University Hospital

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS9 7TF


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St James’s University Hospital

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS9 7TF


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant In General And Respiratory Medicine

Dr Deb Ellames

Deborah.ellames@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

20 April 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£65,048 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

000489

Job locations

St James’s University Hospital

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS9 7TF


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