Job summary
A full time (10 PA) Consultant ENT Surgeon is required at Bedfordshire Hospitals to work with a supportive, dynamic & enthusiastic ENT team to help further develop services between Luton & Dunstable Hospital and Bedford Hospital. They should be able to manage all aspects of General Adult and Paediatric ENT but also have an appropriate sub-specialist interest to complement the activity of the department.
The successful candidate will be an additional Consultant to the existing team of 10 Consultant ENT Surgeons (4 Based at Luton, 2 Based at Bedford and 4 working across both sites) who serve the population of Bedfordshire and surrounding areas.
The on-call commitment is 1:6 week days covering Luton and Dunstable Hospital with prospective cover for annual and study leave. Weekend on-call is 1:10 covering both Luton and Dunstable Hospital and Bedford Hospital
Main duties of the job
Key tasks:
Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of all patients
presenting to the Hospital.
To provide and support colleagues with the management of all adult and paediatric
patients presenting with ENT conditions.
In addition, the post-holder will have the following responsibilities
To develop close links with the ENT Team and undertake the responsibilities of outpatient ENT Clinics.
Teaching and training of intermediate grade and, junior medical staff, medical
students and ENT Nursing Staff.
To develop and lead Clinical Research in ENT with the support of Research & Ethic
Committee in the Trust.
To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical
Governance and audit.
To have responsibility for and actively participate in continuing professional
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology.
Our Values
We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
All shortlisted applicants will be expected to visit the hospital prior to interview and to make arrangements to discuss the post. Additional appointments are recommended with other members of the Department and Trust.
Prior to shortlisting:
Mr. Pranay Singh - ENT Clinical Director (cross site)
01582 497457
Mrs Alison Rance - General Manager (cross-site)
07504 339701
Vacancy Closing Date: 3rd September 2025
Assessment Date: 1st October 2025
Interview Date: 13th October 2025
Job description
Job responsibilities
All shortlisted applicants will be expected to visit the hospital prior to interview and to make arrangements to discuss the post. Additional appointments are recommended with other members of the Department and Trust.
Prior to shortlisting:
Mr. Pranay Singh - ENT Clinical Director (cross site)
01582 497457
Mrs Alison Rance - General Manager (cross-site)
07504 339701
Vacancy Closing Date: 3rd September 2025
Assessment Date: 1st October 2025
Interview Date: 13th October 2025
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree
- Relevant postgraduate qualification MRCS, FRCS (ORL-NHS) or equivalent
Desirable
- MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
Registration
Essential
- Full GMC Registration (GMC Licence to Practice is mandatory before employment commences)
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register: ?CCT (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview) ?CESR - portfolio pathway (must be on Specialist Register at time of applying)
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Excellent all round experience of DGH work
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in ENT
- Able to take full and independent responsibility for clinical work and delivering service without direct supervision.
Clinical Effectiveness
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and ability to demonstrate ongoing CPD
- Experience of guideline appraisal
- Participation in relevant local audits
- Ability to interpret and apply clinical research
Desirable
- Participation in relevant national audits
Teaching
Essential
- Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students
Desirable
- Has attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course
Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to co-operate in a democratic team environment
- Flexible attitude, team player with good management skills
- Leadership Skills
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance
Personal Circumstances
Essential
- Residence within 10 miles by road or up to thirty minutes travelling time of the hospital for purposes of on-call emergencies
- Fit to undertake the role with satisfactory occupational health clearance
- Satisfactory DBS clearance
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree
- Relevant postgraduate qualification MRCS, FRCS (ORL-NHS) or equivalent
Desirable
- MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
Registration
Essential
- Full GMC Registration (GMC Licence to Practice is mandatory before employment commences)
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register: ?CCT (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview) ?CESR - portfolio pathway (must be on Specialist Register at time of applying)
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Excellent all round experience of DGH work
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in ENT
- Able to take full and independent responsibility for clinical work and delivering service without direct supervision.
Clinical Effectiveness
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and ability to demonstrate ongoing CPD
- Experience of guideline appraisal
- Participation in relevant local audits
- Ability to interpret and apply clinical research
Desirable
- Participation in relevant national audits
Teaching
Essential
- Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students
Desirable
- Has attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course
Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to co-operate in a democratic team environment
- Flexible attitude, team player with good management skills
- Leadership Skills
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance
Personal Circumstances
Essential
- Residence within 10 miles by road or up to thirty minutes travelling time of the hospital for purposes of on-call emergencies
- Fit to undertake the role with satisfactory occupational health clearance
- Satisfactory DBS 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).
