Main area ENT Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 10 sessions per week (3% on call) Job ref 197-AA8057
Salary £109,725 - £145,478 per annum
Closing 17/05/2026 23:59
Job Overview
We are looking for a talented and motivated individual to join the ENT Department at Lewisham & Greenwich NHS Trust. The ENT Department comprises of 12 substantive Consultants, 9 middle grades and 7 juniors (GP registrars and core surgical trainees), delivering a high quality ENT Service to the South East of London. The post holder will be expected to provide Consultant ENT service to both general and benign head and neck patients.
The successful applicant will join at an exciting time, with the service working towards the successful and timely implementation of the South East London ENT & Urology High Volume (HV) Surgical hub at University Hospital Lewisham.
Main duties of the job
The HV Surgical hub will provide two additional bespoke high volume ENT theatres for the population of SE London, increasing capacity to an ambitious and growing speciality. The hub is a key element of the SEL ENT clinical strategy and will enable the consolidation of high volume activity to support elective recovery in SEL, to effectively use resources across the system and to ensure significant improvements in patient access to timely treatment. Over the coming months we will be developing the new operational model for these theatres and there will be plentiful opportunity to work on improving current pathways for the benefit of the population served.
Applicants should have established skills in Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery and its related specialties. A strong commitment to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching is essential. Research interest is desirable.
Clinical Responsibilities
The provision of elective, emergency and outpatient services at University Hospital Lewisham, Queen Mary’s Hospital, Sidcup, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woolwich and other community based sites in south east London in conjunction with colleagues. The department provides routine paediatric ENT services, both elective and emergencies to children above the age of 2.
Medical Education & Teaching
This post holder will be expected to participate in audit, teaching of Undergraduates, Postgraduates, Nursing and Allied Health Professionals. The successful candidate will be encouraged to participate in continuing postgraduate medical education by attending conferences and training courses as required by the RCS. There will be opportunity for research/CPD during the supporting professional activity sessions. These sessions are designed to give the individual the flexibility to develop a specialist interest, undertake some research or teaching of the junior medical staff and to maintain skills. All Consultants will be expected to register for CPD.
Continuing Professional Development
1. Participate in continuing professional development at local and national level
2. Implement audit and research findings as appropriate in clinical practice
3. Prepare and participate in an annual appraisal in accordance with Trust policy
4. A willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
Policy, Planning and Management
1. Support the Trust to deliver quality patient care
2. Contribute to the development of clinical and organisational protocols and guidelines
3. Assist in the development of the Annual Service Plan for the Directorate and Division and participate in the strategic planning of the service
4. Comply with all Trust policies
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Full GMC registration with a license to practice
* FRCS (ENT) or equivalent specialty specific higher degree
* On GMC Specialist register or within 6 months of obtaining CCT or equivalent
Clinical Experience
* Ability to work independently as an ENT specialist
* Ability to deal with all ENT emergencies
* Experience of dealing with difficult cases
* Demonstrable sub-specialty experience and interest in benign head and neck surgery
Clinical Audit
* Experience of direct involvement in completed audits
* Awareness of clinical governance issues
* Experience of audit outcomes positively influencing patient management
Teaching Experience
* Experience of teaching junior doctors
* Familiarity with e portfolios
* Relevant teacher training course
* Experience of setting up and organising courses
Management and Administrative Experience
* Experience of administration
* Experience of developing a new service
Research Experience
* Previous publications and presentations as first author
* Above average track record for research, publications and presentations
Other Attributes
* Team player / ability to work in a team
* Good interpersonal skills
* Familiarity and understanding of working in the UK’s National Health Service
We encourage all suitable candidates to apply including if you are Black, Asian or other ethnic minorities, live with a disability (visible or not) or are LGBT+. We have a number of active staff networks including Disability, LGBT+, Multicultural Inclusion and Women’s staff networks to bring staff together and celebrate diversity across our whole workforce.
Note: Information provided during recruitment and pre‑employment checks must be accurate. Misrepresentation may be investigated as fraud and could lead to withdrawal from the process, professional sanctions, or criminal action.
Note: Sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route is subject to Trust allocation and UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) approval.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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