Job overview
Consultant in Clinical Oncology (with an interest in Neuro and Prostate Cancers). Full Time Post, 10.5 PAs. Contract Length: Substantive. Commencing as soon as possible.
The Oncology Department at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust (GSTT) is a leading centre for the treatment and support of patients with cancer. The service provides comprehensive, patient-centred care across a wide range of tumour types, integrating advanced systemic therapies and radiotherapy with holistic support. Based at the purpose-built Guy's Cancer Centre and at Queen Mary\'s Hospital, Sidcup, the department delivers high quality outpatient, acute and inpatient oncology services. With a strong emphasis on multidisciplinary collaboration and clinical research, the team works closely with a dedicated clinical trials unit, including early-phase studies, to ensure patients have access to the latest innovations in cancer care.
We are seeking a motivated and experienced clinician with a specialist interest in Neuro and Prostate cancers. This Consultant post comprises 10.5 Programmed Activities (PAs) and is focused on supporting the Prostate Service at GSTT, and the Neuro-oncology and Skull Base services at both GSTT and KCH.
Responsibilities and duties
Main duties of the job:
* To provide clinical oncology services to the GSTFT Cancer Centre and South East London Cancer Network.
* To participate in research activities and clinical trials as required.
* To participate in clinical and other service activities with the object of ensuring a high standard of patient care.
* To take an active part in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training.
* To contribute to the management of the clinical service and service development.
Additional information includes reference to an attachment for full job description and person specification.
About us
Guy\'s and St Thomas\' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK\'s best known hospitals — Guy\'s, St Thomas\', Evelina London Children\'s Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield — with community services in Lambeth and Southwark, and a history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation. We are among the UK\'s busiest foundation trusts, providing specialist care across multiple disciplines and part of King\'s Health Partners. The Trust employs around 23,600 staff and is committed to diversity and partnership with local communities and organisations.
Details Date posted: 28 August 2025. Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff. Grade: Consultant. Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year p.a. Contract: Permanent. Working pattern: Full-time. Reference number: 196-CON1068. Job locations: Guy\'s Hospital, Great Maze Pond, London SE1 9RT.
Job duties and responsibilities
Clinical responsibilities include working with consultant colleagues to provide Clinical Oncology services, with duties including diagnosis and treatment across GSTT sites, ongoing responsibility for patients, and occasional domiciliary consultations. The post holder will work in joint clinics and be supported by other oncologists in the MDT. Inpatient care is delivered via a ward attending rota shared by all consultants, with approximately 2 weeks of ward cover per year.
Teaching, training and research are integral to the post, with expectations to contribute to undergraduate teaching, training of junior staff, and participation in clinical trials and governance. Clinical governance, service development, and management responsibilities are also outlined, along with a commitment to flexible working and adherence to Trust policies.
The successful applicant will:
* Provide high quality care to patients and maintain GMC specialist registration and licence to practice
* Engage in education, teaching, and training including Educational Supervisor responsibilities as appropriate
* Collaborate to enhance translational research and meet governance requirements
* Work with colleagues to achieve clinical efficiency, quality outcomes, and cost-effective service delivery
* Manage junior medical staff, recruitment, leave, and on-call commitments
* Participate in governance activities, audit, and adherence to NICE guidelines
* Represent the Trust at clinical networks and contribute to leadership, strategy, and team working
Qualifications and experience
Professional qualifications (Essential):
* MRCP
* Full GMC Registration
* Entry on the Specialist Register in Clinical Oncology and either CCT or within six months of attaining CCT
(Desirable): MD or PhD or equivalent qualifications.
Clinical experience (Essential):
* Training in management of Neuro and Prostate cancers
* Experience of multidisciplinary cancer care
* Experience of clinical trial development and operation
* Experience of Acute Oncology
* Broad training in Clinical Oncology including radiotherapy and systemic therapy
* Experience in IMRT and IGRT
(Desirable): SABR and SRS experience.
Clinical skills (Essential):
* Ability to work as a multidisciplinary team member
* Good communication skills
Audit, management and IT (Essential):
* Track record in clinical governance, audit, and IT skills
* Understanding of audit principles
Research, teaching and training (Essential):
* Experience in clinical trials and research ethics
* Experience teaching and training undergraduates, postgraduates and junior staff
(Desirable):
* Original peer-reviewed research and commitment to teaching
Leadership and management (Essential):
* Organisational and time management skills
* Clinical audit experience and ability to lead and motivate staff
* Effective communication, teamwork, adaptability and budget awareness
(Desirable): understanding of clinical management role.
Governance, strategy and leadership
Further responsibilities include clinical governance, audit, incident reporting, patient involvement, NICE guideline adherence, and overall leadership within the Directorate; participation in business planning and external clinical networks as delegated by the Clinical Director; chairing specialty meetings and maintaining infection control standards.
Administrative support
Consultants are supported by a team of admin coordinators, treatment schedulers and medical secretaries. IT equipment and office accommodation are available to the successful postholder.
Other information
Disclosures: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require an enhanced Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service. UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information see the NHS Careers website.
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