Job summary To commence 6.08.25 for 6 months, with potential to extend to 12 months with mutual agreement This post offers a good opportunity for an enthusiastic candidate aiming to secure a higher surgical training post in Otolaryngology. The post is whole time, and operates a second on-call for ENT on a shared rota with General Surgery/vascular/urology (nights only). The post has dedicated research sessions, and delivers the perfect opportunity to develop your portfolio and to gain clinical experience in Otolaryngology without compromising application to national selection. The research, and audit aspects of this post should provide ample opportunity for publication, and presentation. You will be working with guidance from Consultants, and team members with broad experience, and specific research interests. Main duties of the job The clinical element of the post constitutes joining the Core Surgical Training (CST) tier of trainees in contributing to the clinical workload, including the daily ward round and emergency clinics. The post offers opportunities to develop experience in all aspects of the specialty in a well-supported and closely supervised environment. The department has an established, Otorhinolaryngology service with other comprehensive subspecialised constituents, including being the MDT host and local centre for Head and Neck Cancer Surgery across the Tees Valley and North Yorkshire region, Children's ENT, Rhinology and endoscopic sinus surgery with balloon sinoplasty, and Otology and skull-base with a full implant service, including cochlear, and middle ear implants. Other specialist services in the department include adult voice, joint paediatric tracheostomy, voice and swallow, and a comprehensive tertiary head and neck dystonia service, offering botulinum toxin treatment. You will link into a progressive, and enthusiastic multi-professional team based at James Cook which provides comprehensive ENT services to the population of Teesside, South Durham and North Yorkshire. About us The ENT department is centrally based within a modern purpose built facility in the James Cook University Hospital, with a peripheral service network across the area. Recently rated as one of the best in the country for patient safety the Trust is one of the largest Foundation Trusts in England. Working in the North East offers an excellent quality of life. This area boasts great transport links with easy access to a beautiful coastline/countryside and a great range of local amenities, shopping and nightlife. Date posted 14 April 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £49,909 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 328-SC-MED-0409 Job locations The James Cook University Hospital Marton Road Middlesbrough TS4 3BW Job description Job responsibilities Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role. Person Specification Basic Qualifications Essential Full GMC registration with a licence to practice Registered Medical degree (MB BS or equivalent) Desirable BSc or other intercalated degree Higher Qualifications Essential oSuccessful completion of Foundation Programme or equivalent training Desirable MRCS Part II ATLS Other Essential Clear logical thinking showing an analytical/scientific approach Experience and ability to work in multi-professional team Evidence of teaching experience Communication and language skills (ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English) Desirable Experience of caring for ENT patients Person Specification Basic Qualifications Essential Full GMC registration with a licence to practice Registered Medical degree (MB BS or equivalent) Desirable BSc or other intercalated degree Higher Qualifications Essential oSuccessful completion of Foundation Programme or equivalent training Desirable MRCS Part II ATLS Other Essential Clear logical thinking showing an analytical/scientific approach Experience and ability to work in multi-professional team Evidence of teaching experience Communication and language skills (ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English) Desirable Experience of caring for ENT patients 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address The James Cook University Hospital Marton Road Middlesbrough TS4 3BW Employer's website https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)