University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Speciality Doctor in Maxillofacial

The closing date is 29 September 2025

Job summary

This post is to work within the Maxillofacial Department at the Leicester Royal Infirmary NHS Trust.

The Maxillofacial Department is a busy and expanding department, which undertakes the full range of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery services in Leicestershire for a population of over one million. There is a large volume of routine oral surgical referrals and maxillofacial trauma. Special interests of the department include Head and Neck Oncology, Oral and Facial Reconstruction, Facial Deformity, Facial Trauma and Salivary Gland Disease.

The post holder will have a service commitment, particularly performing dento-alveolar surgery and working in the Outpatient Department both at the Leicester Royal Infirmary and in peripheral clinics in the market towns around Leicestershire. The timetable will be agreed with the post holders to reflect the demands of the service. The post holder would be expected to work flexibly. Duties of the post may include teaching of junior staff, nurses or students. The post holder will be encouraged to develop a special interest.

Main duties of the job

The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is currently seeking to appoint a Specialty Doctor in the Department of Maxillofacial Surgery.The post will be based at the Leicester Royal Infirmary, to commence as soon as possible.

The successful candidate must possess full GDC registration.

The Maxillofacial Department is a busy and expanding department, which undertakes the full range of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery services in Leicestershire for a population approaching one million. There is a large volume of routine oral surgical referrals and maxillofacial trauma. Special interests of the department include Head and Neck Oncology, Oral and Facial Reconstruction, Facial Deformity - including Cleft Lip and Palate problems, and Oral and Craniofacial Implants.

The post holder will have a service commitment, particularly performing dento-alveolar surgery and working in the Outpatient Department both at the Leicester Royal Infirmary and in peripheral clinics in the market towns around Leicestershire. The timetable will be agreed with the post holder to reflect the demands of the service.

The post holder would be expected to work flexibly. Duties of the post may include teaching of junior staff, nurses or students. The post holder will be encouraged to develop a special interest.

About us

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

  • high-quality care for all,
  • being a great place to work,
  • partnerships for impact, and
  • research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

  • we are compassionate,
  • we are proud,
  • we are inclusive, and
  • we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Details

Date posted

01 September 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty registrar

Salary

£65,048 to £73,992 a year Per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

358-7417983-MSS

Job locations

Leicester Royal Infirmary

Infirmary Square

Leicester

LE15WW


Job description

Job responsibilities

This appointment will be whole time, to start as soon as possible and will be a 12 month Fixed Term Contract with the opportunity to extend to permanent.

MAXILLOFACIAL SERVICEThe Maxillofacial service for Leicestershire is centralised at the Leicester Royal Infirmary where all maxillofacial surgery takes place. There is a 30-bedded mixed sex adult ward and also beds on the Kinmonth Unit where our major cases are cared for. The outpatient department provides accommodation for the clinical staff in individual fully equipped consulting rooms and surgeries.

All maxillofacial emergencies are referred to the Leicester Royal Infirmary and, if necessary, admitted there.

THEATRE FACILITIESThere are two designated maxillofacial theatres and the use of day theatres.

MAXILLOFACIAL DEPARTMENTThe Maxillofacial Unit is currently situated on Level 0 in the Balmoral Building of the Leicester Royal Infirmary. It consists of clinical and administrative areas and incorporates a maxillofacial laboratory.

OTHER DUTIESThe successful candidates will be required to undertake managerial duties associated with the care of patients and the running of the Clinical Department. Adequate office space and secretarial support will be made available.

TEACHINGThe Maxillofacial Department at the Leicester Royal Infirmary provides both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.

AUDIT

The appointee will be expected to show an ability to initiate, perform and present audits.There is an active programme of audit within the Department and presentation at local, regional and national meetings is encouraged.

RESEARCHThere are good facilities for clinical and laboratory research within the Department of Maxillofacial Surgery and other departments within the University of Leicester.

Job description

Job responsibilities

This appointment will be whole time, to start as soon as possible and will be a 12 month Fixed Term Contract with the opportunity to extend to permanent.

MAXILLOFACIAL SERVICEThe Maxillofacial service for Leicestershire is centralised at the Leicester Royal Infirmary where all maxillofacial surgery takes place. There is a 30-bedded mixed sex adult ward and also beds on the Kinmonth Unit where our major cases are cared for. The outpatient department provides accommodation for the clinical staff in individual fully equipped consulting rooms and surgeries.

All maxillofacial emergencies are referred to the Leicester Royal Infirmary and, if necessary, admitted there.

THEATRE FACILITIESThere are two designated maxillofacial theatres and the use of day theatres.

MAXILLOFACIAL DEPARTMENTThe Maxillofacial Unit is currently situated on Level 0 in the Balmoral Building of the Leicester Royal Infirmary. It consists of clinical and administrative areas and incorporates a maxillofacial laboratory.

OTHER DUTIESThe successful candidates will be required to undertake managerial duties associated with the care of patients and the running of the Clinical Department. Adequate office space and secretarial support will be made available.

TEACHINGThe Maxillofacial Department at the Leicester Royal Infirmary provides both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.

AUDIT

The appointee will be expected to show an ability to initiate, perform and present audits.There is an active programme of audit within the Department and presentation at local, regional and national meetings is encouraged.

RESEARCHThere are good facilities for clinical and laboratory research within the Department of Maxillofacial Surgery and other departments within the University of Leicester.

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential

  • Full GDC registration
  • MJDF, MFDS

Desirable

  • Distinctions, prizes, awards, scholarships, other diplomas
  • Presentations Publications

Experience

Essential

  • 3 year's experience as Senior House Officer or equivalent experience in recognised posts
  • MFDS or equivalent

Communication and relationship skills

Essential

  • Clarity of communication and organisation
  • Good spoken English
  • Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Desirable

  • Experience of Information Technology

Analytical and Judgement skills

Essential

  • Organisational ability
  • Potential to cope with stressful situations and undertake responsibility

Desirable

  • Ability to cope with stress

Skills

Essential

  • Competent in dento-alveolar surgery
  • Ability to make good medical notes
  • Be physically and mentally fit and capable of conducting operative procedures which may be demanding of a number of hours of close attention
  • Manual dexterity

Planning and organisation skills

Essential

  • Commitment to prospective post
  • Commitment to learning
  • Punctual
  • Enthusiasm for participation in research

Desirable

  • Ability to organise own learning and time Initiative

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

  • Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
  • All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

Other requirements specific to the role

Essential

  • Understanding of audit principles

Desirable

  • Presentational skills
  • Understanding of research techniques

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

  • Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential

  • Full GDC registration
  • MJDF, MFDS

Desirable

  • Distinctions, prizes, awards, scholarships, other diplomas
  • Presentations Publications

Experience

Essential

  • 3 year's experience as Senior House Officer or equivalent experience in recognised posts
  • MFDS or equivalent

Communication and relationship skills

Essential

  • Clarity of communication and organisation
  • Good spoken English
  • Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Desirable

  • Experience of Information Technology

Analytical and Judgement skills

Essential

  • Organisational ability
  • Potential to cope with stressful situations and undertake responsibility

Desirable

  • Ability to cope with stress

Skills

Essential

  • Competent in dento-alveolar surgery
  • Ability to make good medical notes
  • Be physically and mentally fit and capable of conducting operative procedures which may be demanding of a number of hours of close attention
  • Manual dexterity

Planning and organisation skills

Essential

  • Commitment to prospective post
  • Commitment to learning
  • Punctual
  • Enthusiasm for participation in research

Desirable

  • Ability to organise own learning and time Initiative

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

  • Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
  • All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

Other requirements specific to the role

Essential

  • Understanding of audit principles

Desirable

  • Presentational skills
  • Understanding of research techniques

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

  • Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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 Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Leicester Royal Infirmary

Infirmary Square

Leicester

LE15WW


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Leicester Royal Infirmary

Infirmary Square

Leicester

LE15WW


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Maxillofacial Consultant/ Head of Service

Christoper Vinall/ Nahul Patel

christopher.vinall@uhl-tr.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

01 September 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty registrar

Salary

£65,048 to £73,992 a year Per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

358-7417983-MSS

Job locations

Leicester Royal Infirmary

Infirmary Square

Leicester

LE15WW


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