Job summary
The post will be Fixed Term for 1 year (includes On calls) from 5 August 2026.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Neurosurgical Unit at Cardiff & Vale UHB. We are inviting applications for a Senior Clinical Fellow in Neurosurgery.
The Senior Clinical Fellow will work closely with the consultant neurosurgeons and the wider multidisciplinary team, gaining extensive exposure to general neurosurgery with opportunities to develop subspecialty interests depending on service needs and the fellow's aspirations.
The role will include attendance at consultant-led operating lists, participation in outpatient clinics and involvement in weekly neurosurgical MDT meetings. There may also be opportunities to attend specialist clinics or services aligned with the fellow's development goals. The post-holder will participate in the middle-grade on-call rota for general neurosurgery, although there will be no regular daytime non-specialist clinical commitments unless required for service provision.
The fellowship includes dedicated time for research, audit and service development projects. The fellow will also be expected to attend and contribute to the weekly departmental educational meeting. The post is available from August 2026 for a period of 12 months.
Main duties of the job
The post will involve providing clinical care for patients on the neurosurgical wards, the opportunity to attend clinic and theatre sessions alongside our Neurosurgical Consultant team.
The post holder will participate on the Neurosurgery on-call rota. Post holders will have access to the same opportunities as the doctors in training who they will work alongside. In addition to a clinical role there will be opportunities to undertake a specific research projects within the department.
The successful candidate will join a dynamic neurosurgical team consisting of twelve Consultant Neurosurgeons as well as a Professorial Academic Unit.
Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at time of application is required.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is"Caring for People, Keeping People Well",and ourvision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiffand the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
These are the current applicable pay scales; however, these may change upon implementation of the framework agreement for reform to the terms and conditions of service for resident doctors and dentists in Wales. Further details can be found at https://cdn.intelligencebank.com/eu/share/qMbw14/jgkpM/w0DMG/original/BMA+-+Framework+Agreement+Wales
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
These are the current applicable pay scales; however, these may change upon implementation of the framework agreement for reform to the terms and conditions of service for resident doctors and dentists in Wales. Further details can be found at https://cdn.intelligencebank.com/eu/share/qMbw14/jgkpM/w0DMG/original/BMA+-+Framework+Agreement+Wales
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or Equivalent
- FRCS/MRCS full diploma or equivalent at time of appointment
- GMC Registration with Full License to Practice
Desirable
- FRCS(Neuro.Surg) or equivalent at the time of application
- Higher degrees including MSc, PhD or MD (where research thesis not part of first medical degree)
Previous Experience
Essential
- Experience of working at ST6 or above within the UK in Neurosurgery
- Evidence and ability to demonstrate Neurosurgery operative numbers (logbook)
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant research
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence based practice, patient safety and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Able to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in teaching students, postgraduates and other professionals, with feedback
- Evidence of participation in relevant courses
Attitude, Aptitudes, Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Motivated, Initiative and enthusiastic
- Able to relate to patients, staff and medical colleagues
- Demonstrable interest in and understanding of the specialty
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Evidence of self -reflective practice
Desirable
- Evidence of participation at meetings and activities relevant to the specialty
Other Requirements - e.g. on call duty
Essential
- Current GMC Certificate with a licence to practice
- Satisfactory immigration status for length of contract
- Satisfactory Health Clearance
- Satisfactory DBS Clearance
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or Equivalent
- FRCS/MRCS full diploma or equivalent at time of appointment
- GMC Registration with Full License to Practice
Desirable
- FRCS(Neuro.Surg) or equivalent at the time of application
- Higher degrees including MSc, PhD or MD (where research thesis not part of first medical degree)
Previous Experience
Essential
- Experience of working at ST6 or above within the UK in Neurosurgery
- Evidence and ability to demonstrate Neurosurgery operative numbers (logbook)
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant research
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence based practice, patient safety and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Able to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in teaching students, postgraduates and other professionals, with feedback
- Evidence of participation in relevant courses
Attitude, Aptitudes, Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Motivated, Initiative and enthusiastic
- Able to relate to patients, staff and medical colleagues
- Demonstrable interest in and understanding of the specialty
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Evidence of self -reflective practice
Desirable
- Evidence of participation at meetings and activities relevant to the specialty
Other Requirements - e.g. on call duty
Essential
- Current GMC Certificate with a licence to practice
- Satisfactory immigration status for length of contract
- Satisfactory 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).
