Job overview
This post is for internal candidates to University Hospital Tees. If you are not currently working within the trust your application will not be reviewed and automatically rejected at shortlisting stage. Please be aware of this when submitting your application.
Trust Doctor (Foundation) in Neurology and Stroke
Applications are invited for the above post, to commence August 2026 for 12 months.
This post is most suitable for doctors who are wishing to gain additional experience in neurology and stroke before obtaining a medical rotation at IMT level. It could also be suitable for trainees with some previous rotational neurology/stoke experience who wish to gain further training to count towards potential specialty training scheme applications in the future.
Group Hospitals of Tees is one of the largest in the country and provides a comprehensive range of medical and surgical specialties including the full range of neurological specialties. There are active postgraduate surgical and medical programmes and excellent library facilities are available.
Main duties of the job
The Trust Doctor, together with the other Registrars, is responsible for clerking and day to day management of all patients admitted to the Neurology & Stroke Unit (NASU). This includes maintenance of good, clear, regularly updated, signed notes on all patients, communication with general practitioners and attendance at consultant and registrar ward rounds.
This includes working with the following team members:
1. Neurology and Stroke Consultants
2. Stroke nurse practitioners and Advanced Clinical Practitioners
3. NASU Physician Associate
4. Therapy teams
5. NASU junior doctors and nursing staff
The role will involve admitting and assessing patients on the NASU, presenting them to senior team members, initiating and interpreting investigations, counselling around treatment options and assisting with treatment delivery. Specific training will be given in lumbar puncture and it is envisaged that the appointee will be able to undertake this intervention independently once competencies are adequately assessed.
Working for our organisation
The Trust Doctor post is not officially approved by the Postgraduate Dean however, you will be offered first-rate experience and exceptional training under close supervision. There are excellent opportunities for career progression within the Trust. Full GMC registration with a license to practice is required. The post will attract an out of hours supplement.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
6. Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
7. Meets Foundation level competencies for medical trainees
Desirable criteria
8. Attendance at appropriate professional courses and meetings
9. ALS/ATLS/APLS provider status
10. Previous neurology or stroke training
11. Membership of professional society(s)
Experience
Essential criteria
12. Clear evidence of intention to specialise in Neurology or Stroke
13. Experience in clinical audit
14. Regular attendance at and participation in audit meetings
Desirable criteria
15. A range of Neurology experiences including neurological issues as seen in other specialities
16. Experience of teaching medical and other staff
Knowledge and Skills
Essential criteria
17. Knowledge of up-to-date literature
Desirable criteria
18. Demonstrate an understanding of research and development issues and participation in research projects
Disclosure and Barring Checks (DBS)
It is the policy of South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who are new to the Trust who require DBS clearance for the post they have been offered, are required to pay the cost of their DBS. The method of payment for this is via salary deduction from your first month's pay.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Everything we do is shaped by our values: Respect, Support, and Collaborate.
At University Hospitals Tees we want our workspaces to be places where everyone feels welcome, valued and safe. We treat people with respect, and we celebrate the differences that make each of us unique.
We welcome applications from everyone, no matter your age, background, race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family circumstances or beliefs.
We are here to support you throughout your application and at every stage of your career with us. We believe we work best when we collaborate, learn from each other and build teams that reflect the communities we serve.
Supporting disabled people and people with longterm conditions
We are a Disability Confident committed employer aspiring to become a lead employer in 2026.
This means we give fair and full consideration to applicants and will offer reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. If you need help with your application, or need the information in a different format, please contact our recruitment team and we will support you.
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Right to Work in the UK
The Trust welcomes applications from all candidates who meet the criteria for the role. Please note that from January 2021, to work in the UK all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply can self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship here Work in the UK - (.
Please provide full and accurate details of your current immigration status on the application form. Your current immigration status will not be considered as part of the shortlisting or interview process.
Please note that not everyone needs a Skilled Worker visa. If you are applying for a vacancy in health or adult social care, you may be eligible to apply for the Health and Care Worker visa instead.
We are able to offer sponsorship for a Health and Care Worker or Skilled Worker visa, subject to candidate and position eligibility. Please review the job eligibility guidance for skilled workers here: Skilled Worker visa: Your job - ( and for the Health and Care Worker visa here: Skilled Worker visa: eligible healthcare and education jobs - (
Please note: if the job you are applying for does not meet the eligibility criteria above, we will be unable to offer you sponsorship and you will need to explore whether you may be eligible to apply for an alternative immigration route which will secure your right to work in the UK before you apply. If you are in the UK already on a visa, please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post.
The Trust encourages and supports all applicants to be fully vaccinated against both COVID19 and influenza.
Please be aware, there are occasions where some vacancies may close prior to the closing date advertised. This will only happen where sufficient applications are received AND will be made evident on the job advert.
Please note if you are successfully shortlisted, we will contact you via the email address that you have applied from so please ensure you check your emails regularly.
Existing employees of South Tees NHS Foundation Trust currently on the Redeployment Register, who meet the essential criteria for this post, will be shortlisted and interviewed prior to all other applicants.