Job summary
Applications are invited for a 12-month Fellowship in Rhinology at the Royal National ENT & Eastman Dental Hospitals, within University College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Main duties of the job
This post is suitable for a post CCT Specialist Registrar with an interest in getting further specialist experience in Rhinology, Facial Plastics and Skull Base surgery. The post is available from October 2026.
Working within the Rhinology Department at the Royal National, under the clinical supervision of Mr Prem Randhawa, there is an opportunity to gain experience in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of Rhinological conditions. This post will concentrate on complex rhinology surgery, facial reanimation surgery and anterior skull base surgery. We also have an active research programme which will be focusing on rhinology outcome measurements. The successful applicant will be strongly encouraged to participate in our ongoing research projects.
This full-time post comprises 10 programmed activities.
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:
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.
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
Qualifications/ Education
Essential
- FRCS or equivalent Otolaryngology training
Desirable
Professional/ Statutory Registration
Essential
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise (Post-CCT)
Previous experience
Essential
- Experience in the field of Rhinology, facial plastics and skull base surgery
- Experience of medical audit
- Proven teaching skills and a commitment to the training of junior doctors
- Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to relate with colleagues - clinical and non-clinical, patients and relatives.
- Team based approach to care and service management, including appreciation of nursing and therapy roles
Desirable
- Teaching qualification
- Evidence of research and audit participation
- A least 1 peer-review publication in the field of rhinology/facial plastic surgery
Skills/Knowledge/ Ability
Essential
- A high level of clinic and surgical expertise in the full range of general otolaryngology.
- A demonstrated interest in Rhinology
Additional Information
Essential
- Must have shown an aptitude for pursuing research goals
- Evidence of continuing personal education
Desirable
- Commitment to pursue further research whilst in post.
Person Specification
Qualifications/ Education
Essential
- FRCS or equivalent Otolaryngology training
Desirable
Professional/ Statutory Registration
Essential
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise (Post-CCT)
Previous experience
Essential
- Experience in the field of Rhinology, facial plastics and skull base surgery
- Experience of medical audit
- Proven teaching skills and a commitment to the training of junior doctors
- Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to relate with colleagues - clinical and non-clinical, patients and relatives.
- Team based approach to care and service management, including appreciation of nursing and therapy roles
Desirable
- Teaching qualification
- Evidence of research and audit participation
- A least 1 peer-review publication in the field of rhinology/facial plastic surgery
Skills/Knowledge/ Ability
Essential
- A high level of clinic and surgical expertise in the full range of general otolaryngology.
- A demonstrated interest in Rhinology
Additional Information
Essential
- Must have shown an aptitude for pursuing research goals
- Evidence of continuing personal education
Desirable
- Commitment to pursue further research whilst in post.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
47-49 Huntley Street
London
WC1E 6DG
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
