Job summary
- Main area
- Neurology
- Grade
- NHS Medical & Dental: Senior Clinical Fellow
- Contract
- Fixed term: 4 months (.)
- Hours
- Full time - 40 hours per week
- Job ref
- 279-RSCH-NeuroClinFellow
- Employer
- University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal Sussex County Hospital
- Town
- Brighton
- Closing
- 25/03/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Senior Clinical Fellow Neurology
NHS Medical & Dental: Senior Clinical Fellow
Job overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic doctor to join our clinical team in the Neurology Department at the Royal Sussex County Hospital (RSCH), Brighton. The post holder will join the Neurology middle grade tier, consisting of 7 NTN SpRs, and take part in the SpR on-call rota. The post is available with immediate effect, until 4 August 2026.
The neurology team includes 17 consultant neurologists employed across the Trust, with 12 based at the RSCH site. We have close links with the neurophysiologists, neurosurgeons and stroke physicians who also work on site.
The role is primarily based at the Royal Sussex County Hospital, but the post holder will be expected to be able to travel to other hospital sites within the Trust, including the Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath, and Worthing Hospital.
The role will offer experience in general neurology, and in sub-speciality areas. The role would be particularly suited to someone keen to gain additional neurology experience prior to applying for an NTN.
Main duties of the job
The role will involve the following:
- Overseeing the day to day care of neurology in-patients on B10 ward at RSCH
- Supervision of FY2 and IMT1/2 level resident doctors working within the neurology team
- Liaising with nursing colleagues and therapists
- Assessing newly admitted patients
- Carrying out daily ward duties relating to in-patient medical management
- Reviewing ward referrals and discussing with the supervising consultant
- Undertaking supervised neurology out-patient clinics, including both general and specialist clinics
- Contributing to out of hours on-call
- Attending weekly Neuroradiology MDM
- Attending Thursday afternoon 3pm neurology academic teaching
- Attending additional neurophysiology and ward based neurology teaching
Working for our organisation
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The on-call is currently 1 in 7 weekends during which the postholder is expected to be on-site from 9am until 5pm on Saturday and Sunday, and on-call from home from 5pm until midnight. Weekday evenings, remote on-call cover is provided from 5pm until midnight.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Basic medical degree
- Postgraduate qualification (MRCP) or appropriate
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- PACES
Desirable criteria
- Higher Degree
- Teaching qualification
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential criteria
- Prior neurology clinical experience
- Able to independently perform a lumbar puncture
Knowledge
Desirable criteria
- Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential criteria
- Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential criteria
- Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable criteria
- Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential criteria
- Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable criteria
- Research experience
- Publications
- Prizes and honours
Career Progression
Essential criteria
- Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
- Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
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.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Rebecca Cooper
- Job title
- Clinical Lead
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01273 696955
- Additional information
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