Job summary
Applications are invited for the post of 6PA Consultant Neurologist at this major London teaching hospital which is also part of the academic health science partnership UCL Partners. Applications from both senior trainees and established consultants are welcome.
The post holder will be key member of the Brain Tumour Unit (BTU), a specialist service dedicated to delivering outstanding care for patients with suspected or confirmed brain or spinal tumours. Although brain and spinal tumours are relatively rare, their impact on patients and families is profound, and our work brings together a broad range of experts to provide the highest quality, compassionate care.
Based at The National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery you will join a team of specialist clinicians, clinical nurse specialists, and allied health professionals at the Trust. Together, we deliver a comprehensive service covering the full spectrum of primary and secondary Central Nervous System tumours, supported by the dedicated Brain Tumour Unit Office.
Candidates should have the ability to run and manage a complex Neuro-oncology clinic and be able to supervise trainees. Candidates must be able to demonstrate experience in managing brain tumour patients and pathways. Non-UK trained Consultants should be registered with the GMC and on the GMC Specialist Register by the date of interview.
CV required for application.
Main duties of the job
Candidates must be eligible for full GMC registration; and either be already on the Specialist Register and have completed a formal fellowship Neurology at a recognised institution.
Candidates should have the ability to run and manage a complex Neuro-oncology clinic and be able to supervise trainees. Candidates must be able to demonstrate experience in managing brain/ CNS tumour patients and pathways. Non-UK trained Consultants should be registered with the GMC and on the GMC Specialist Register by the date of interview.
Please ensure you submit your CV with your application and include your GMC number.
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:
University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
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.
Based at The National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery you will join a team of specialist clinicians, clinical nurse specialists, and allied health professionals at the Trust. Together, we deliver a comprehensive service covering the full spectrum of primary and secondary Central Nervous System tumours, supported by the dedicated Brain Tumour Unit Office.
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 recentNHS staff surveyUCLH 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?
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
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.
Based at The National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery you will join a team of specialist clinicians, clinical nurse specialists, and allied health professionals at the Trust. Together, we deliver a comprehensive service covering the full spectrum of primary and secondary Central Nervous System tumours, supported by the dedicated Brain Tumour Unit Office.
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 recentNHS staff surveyUCLH 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?
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
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Candidates must be eligible for full GMC registration; and EITHER be already on the Specialist Register OR have completed a formal fellowship Neurology at a recognised institution.
- MRCP(UK) or an equivalent qualification.
- CCST in Neurology or within 6 months of accreditation
Desirable
- PhD or MD or equivalent specialist training
Experience
Essential
- Clinical expertise in neuro-oncology neurology
- Training in diagnosis and management of the types of neurological problems faced by neuro-oncology patients, e.g. epilepsy, headache, stroke, cognitive dysfunction, complications of cancer treatment
- Knowledge of evidence informed practice.
Desirable
- Demonstrates breadth of experience and awareness in and outside specialty
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of being able to work within a specialised neuro-oncology service
- Demonstrate an ability to perform the specific clinical procedures, drug manipulations and clinical advice relevant to the post, including management of clinical risk.
- Can demonstrate that they have the skills to work within an interdisciplinary / multispecialty neuro-oncology service.
- Demonstrate an ability to identify and organise the specific clinical investigations and onward referrals relevant to the post
- Ability to lead the multidisciplinary team
- Evidence of leadership skills
- Ability to take responsibility, lead, make decisions and exert appropriate authority
- Ability to work well as part of a team and to share and encourage good practice.
Clinical Governance Management & IT
Essential
- Evidence of having worked and being able to communicate within an Interdisciplinary / multispecialty service with appropriate levels of communication through direct discussions with team members, MDT meetings, and presentations to the team
- Involvement in and understanding of the Clinical Governance and Management IT skills.
- Experience of audit and willingness to institute audit exercises.
Desirable
- Evidence of being able to engage and communicate at a National and International level
- Able to engage and work with management as appropriate for a consultant that wishes to become an active member of the Trust
Teaching & Research
Essential
- Ability and commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate doctors in training.
- Proven ability and commitment to carry out high quality research, leading to publication in peer-reviewed journals.
- Understanding of and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context.
- Knowledge of Research ethics and committed to incorporating the highest standards of research governance.
Desirable
- Teaching on formal educational courses.
- Evidence of organisational ability e.g. organising and directing courses, educational programmes etc.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Treat patients as people, have the ability to empathise and work co-operatively with other
- Flexibility in time keeping ensuring duty of care to patients
- Sufficient to perform the duties of the post (using any aids and adaptations, when necessary).
- Drive and enthusiasm
- Highest ethical and professional standards.
- Probity, display honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas and respect confidentiality.
Values AND Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving
- Demonstrable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Communication
Essential
- Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English
- Ability to build rapport, listen, persuade/ negotiate.
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Committed to continuing personal and professional development of others
Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by:
Essential
- Being familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control. Completing all required training and education (both via e-learning and face to face) on infection prevention and control. Including infection prevention and control as an integral part of your continuous personal/professional development and included in your annual appraisal Taking personal responsibility so far as is reasonably practicable, in helping ensure that effective prevention and control of health care associated infections is embedded into everyday practice and applied consistently.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Candidates must be eligible for full GMC registration; and EITHER be already on the Specialist Register OR have completed a formal fellowship Neurology at a recognised institution.
- MRCP(UK) or an equivalent qualification.
- CCST in Neurology or within 6 months of accreditation
Desirable
- PhD or MD or equivalent specialist training
Experience
Essential
- Clinical expertise in neuro-oncology neurology
- Training in diagnosis and management of the types of neurological problems faced by neuro-oncology patients, e.g. epilepsy, headache, stroke, cognitive dysfunction, complications of cancer treatment
- Knowledge of evidence informed practice.
Desirable
- Demonstrates breadth of experience and awareness in and outside specialty
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of being able to work within a specialised neuro-oncology service
- Demonstrate an ability to perform the specific clinical procedures, drug manipulations and clinical advice relevant to the post, including management of clinical risk.
- Can demonstrate that they have the skills to work within an interdisciplinary / multispecialty neuro-oncology service.
- Demonstrate an ability to identify and organise the specific clinical investigations and onward referrals relevant to the post
- Ability to lead the multidisciplinary team
- Evidence of leadership skills
- Ability to take responsibility, lead, make decisions and exert appropriate authority
- Ability to work well as part of a team and to share and encourage good practice.
Clinical Governance Management & IT
Essential
- Evidence of having worked and being able to communicate within an Interdisciplinary / multispecialty service with appropriate levels of communication through direct discussions with team members, MDT meetings, and presentations to the team
- Involvement in and understanding of the Clinical Governance and Management IT skills.
- Experience of audit and willingness to institute audit exercises.
Desirable
- Evidence of being able to engage and communicate at a National and International level
- Able to engage and work with management as appropriate for a consultant that wishes to become an active member of the Trust
Teaching & Research
Essential
- Ability and commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate doctors in training.
- Proven ability and commitment to carry out high quality research, leading to publication in peer-reviewed journals.
- Understanding of and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context.
- Knowledge of Research ethics and committed to incorporating the highest standards of research governance.
Desirable
- Teaching on formal educational courses.
- Evidence of organisational ability e.g. organising and directing courses, educational programmes etc.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Treat patients as people, have the ability to empathise and work co-operatively with other
- Flexibility in time keeping ensuring duty of care to patients
- Sufficient to perform the duties of the post (using any aids and adaptations, when necessary).
- Drive and enthusiasm
- Highest ethical and professional standards.
- Probity, display honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas and respect confidentiality.
Values AND Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving
- Demonstrable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Communication
Essential
- Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English
- Ability to build rapport, listen, persuade/ negotiate.
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Committed to continuing personal and professional development of others
Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by:
Essential
- Being familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control. Completing all required training and education (both via e-learning and face to face) on infection prevention and control. Including infection prevention and control as an integral part of your continuous personal/professional development and included in your annual appraisal Taking personal responsibility so far as is reasonably practicable, in helping ensure that effective prevention and control of health care associated infections is embedded into everyday practice and applied consistently.
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
National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery, UCLH
Queen Square
London
WC1N 3BG
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
