Job summary The Leeds Spinal Unit based at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust would like to formally invite trainees who are interested to join our long established fellowship programme. These posts will be based at the Leeds General Infirmary (LGI). Successful candidates are expected to commence from between February 2025 to February 2026 (different start dates for different posts). The length of fellowship is between 12 months to 2 years. The post is suitable for a committed spinal surgical trainee who wish to obtain extra experience in spinal surgery with interest in clinical research in spinal surgery. The successful candidate will join a department of 12 Specialist Spinal Surgery consultants, two 3-4 speciality trainees, and a Clinical Nurse Specialist. Available Fellowships National Spine Fellow (Starting February 2026) Advanced Spine Fellow (Starting August 2026) Main duties of the job The clinical work will involve managing a wide range of spinal conditions including deformity, lumbar and cervical degenerative conditions, trauma, infection and tumour. Opportunities will also be available to gain experience in the management of spinal injuries patients at the LGI. Research work will involve a main project and there will be an expectation to achieve at least one publication in a peer reviewed journal. It is planned for the post to be 80% clinical and 20% research. Any candidate who is unavailable, for personal reasons, to work full time will be eligible to be considered for the post; if such a person is appointed, modifications of the job plan will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trusts in-consultation. Salary will be the on the appropriate point on the StR payscale Informal visits are encouraged and should be arranged through Mr A Rao, Consultant Spinal surgeon by emailing abhay.raonhs.net. Candidates must be fully registered with the General Medical Council and hold a license to practice at the time of application. About us The Spinal Unit in Leeds is a busy regional spinal unit receiving more than 100 new referrals per week covering a population of over 2.5 million. The post-holder will be contributing to the duties of both elective admissions and acute spinal surgery on-call cover including supporting the regional Major Trauma Centre which is based in the LGI. Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions. Date posted 23 January 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £61,825 a year OOH Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number C9298-MED-663 Job locations Leeds General Infirmary Great George Street Leeds LS1 3EX Job description Job responsibilities JOB DETAILS Job Title: SPINAL FELLOW, Grade: MIDDLE GRADE Specialty/Department: NEUROSCIENCES Location: LGI, LEEDS INFORMATION ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT The Leeds Spinal Unit is looking to appoint a Spinal Fellow to the join our long established fellowship programme. These posts will be based at the Leeds General Infirmary (LGI). We have several start dates between February 2025 to February 2026. Successful candidates are to be appointed for a fixed term of 1 year and is suitable for a committed senior spinal surgical trainee who may wish to obtain extra experience in spinal surgery and has an interest in clinical research. The successful candidate will join a department of 12 Specialist Spinal Consultants, 3-4 specialty trainees, and a Clinical Nurse Specialist. The clinical work will involve a wide range of spinal conditions including deformity, lumbar and cervical degenerative conditions, trauma, infection and tumour. Opportunities will also be available to gain experience in the management of spinal injuries at the LGI. Research work will involve a main project and there will be an expectation to achieve at least one publication in a peer reviewed journal. MEDICAL STAFF IN THE DEPARTMENT Spinal surgery consultants, spinal surgery fellows, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED See person specification. The candidate should have achieved competency in Orthopaedic and Neurosurgery in line with their Speciality training programme at a level approaching or having achieved CCT (or equivalent). Candidates must be fully registered with the General Medical Council and hold a license to practice at the time of application. DUTIES OF THE POST The candidate will be expected to provide supervised input into the care of patients. This would involve the following: Pre-admissions clinics Ward management Operating theatre and outpatients Post-operative intensive care Discussions with relatives Initiation/change of treatment LEVELS OF RESPONSIBILITY Inpatient and Outpatient duties, independent decision making and liaising with senior doctors. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the departments research and clinical trials programme. A tailored training programme will be negotiated around previous experience, and professional development plans. Candidate will be expected to take part in the Spinal on-call rota and this should not interfere with the day to day commitments of the fellowship post. TEACHING AND RESEARCH/STUDY AND TRAINING Regular sessions of teaching for junior doctors and nursing staff. Candidates expected to lead journal clubs including initiating, participating and taking leadership roles in research projects. The fellow will have opportunities to attend local weekly MDT and monthly educational departmental meetings, and will be supported to attend national and international meetings and educational events. The successful applicant will be required to provide teaching for colleagues and trainees, and will be expected to provide evidence of feedback in line with good medical practice guidelines. Training opportunities will be tailored to the successful candidate, taking level of experience and training needs into consideration. The successful candidate will receive extensive training in simple and complex spinal surgery. JOB DETAILS Job Title: SPINAL FELLOW, Grade: MIDDLE GRADE Specialty/Department: NEUROSCIENCES Location: LGI, LEEDS INFORMATION ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT The Leeds Spinal Unit is looking to appoint a Spinal Fellow to the join our long established fellowship programme. These posts will be based at the Leeds General Infirmary (LGI). We have several start dates between February 2025 to February 2026. Successful candidates are to be appointed for a fixed term of 1 year and is suitable for a committed senior spinal surgical trainee who may wish to obtain extra experience in spinal surgery and has an interest in clinical research. The successful candidate will join a department of 12 Specialist Spinal Consultants, 3-4 specialty trainees, and a Clinical Nurse Specialist. The clinical work will involve a wide range of spinal conditions including deformity, lumbar and cervical degenerative conditions, trauma, infection and tumour. Opportunities will also be available to gain experience in the management of spinal injuries at the LGI. Research work will involve a main project and there will be an expectation to achieve at least one publication in a peer reviewed journal. MEDICAL STAFF IN THE DEPARTMENT Spinal surgery consultants, spinal surgery fellows, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED See person specification. The candidate should have achieved competency in Orthopaedic and Neurosurgery in line with their Speciality training programme at a level approaching or having achieved CCT (or equivalent). Candidates must be fully registered with the General Medical Council and hold a license to practice at the time of application. DUTIES OF THE POST The candidate will be expected to provide supervised input into the care of patients. This would involve the following: Pre-admissions clinics Ward management Operating theatre and outpatients Post-operative intensive care Discussions with relatives Initiation/change of treatment LEVELS OF RESPONSIBILITY Inpatient and Outpatient duties, independent decision making and liaising with senior doctors. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the departments research and clinical trials programme. A tailored training programme will be negotiated around previous experience, and professional development plans. Candidate will be expected to take part in the Spinal on-call rota and this should not interfere with the day to day commitments of the fellowship post. TEACHING AND RESEARCH/STUDY AND TRAINING Regular sessions of teaching for junior doctors and nursing staff. Candidates expected to lead journal clubs including initiating, participating and taking leadership roles in research projects. The fellow will have opportunities to attend local weekly MDT and monthly educational departmental meetings, and will be supported to attend national and international meetings and educational events. The successful applicant will be required to provide teaching for colleagues and trainees, and will be expected to provide evidence of feedback in line with good medical practice guidelines. Training opportunities will be tailored to the successful candidate, taking level of experience and training needs into consideration. The successful candidate will receive extensive training in simple and complex spinal surgery. THE LEEDS WAY VALUES Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are: Patient-centred Collaborative Fair Accountable Empowered All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values. CONDITIONS OF SERVICE This post is covered by the Hospital Medical and Dental Staff (England and Wales) Terms and Conditions of Service. These documents are available on the Medical Staffing Intranet site. The post holder is required to be fully registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) and hold a licence to practice. Standards of Conduct and Behaviour You are required to work to the standards set out by the General Medical Council in Good Medical Practice. This includes protecting patients when you believe that a doctors or other colleagues conduct, performance or health is a threat to them. If, after establishing the facts, it is necessary, you must follow the Trusts procedures in this matter and inform your Clinical Director or Medical Director in the first instance. Your general conduct at work should comply with the standards set out in the Trusts document on Appraisal, in particular the section on Core Behaviours. Leave Arrangements All leave should be applied for in accordance with the Trusts Leave Policy, normally giving six weeks notice of any leave, other than in exceptional circumstances. Training During the course of your employment, you agree to undergo whatever training the Trust deems necessary. This may include, but is not limited to, induction training, professional development and safe working practices. Funding of such training will be in accordance with the Trusts Staff Development Policy. Health & Safety The Trust has a responsibility to provide a safe working environment for all staff. As an employee/supervisor/manager you are responsible for your own safety and that of others. This will require you to comply with the Trust arrangements for Health & Safety and Risk Management. As a supervisor/manager, you will be responsible for ensuring your team work in a safe manner and are competent to do so. Equality & Diversity The jobholder must comply with all policies and procedures designed to ensure equality of employment and that services are delivered in ways that meet the individual needs of patients and their families. No person whether they are staff, patient or visitor should receive less favourable treatment because of their gender, ethnic origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion etc. The Trust's Equality and Diversity Policy ensures that barriers to employment for disadvantaged groups are identified and removed, and that no person is treated less favourably on the grounds of their race, ethnic group, religion, impairment, age, gender, sexual orientation or mental health status. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants and post holders where required. Job description Job responsibilities JOB DETAILS Job Title: SPINAL FELLOW, Grade: MIDDLE GRADE Specialty/Department: NEUROSCIENCES Location: LGI, LEEDS INFORMATION ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT The Leeds Spinal Unit is looking to appoint a Spinal Fellow to the join our long established fellowship programme. These posts will be based at the Leeds General Infirmary (LGI). We have several start dates between February 2025 to February 2026. Successful candidates are to be appointed for a fixed term of 1 year and is suitable for a committed senior spinal surgical trainee who may wish to obtain extra experience in spinal surgery and has an interest in clinical research. The successful candidate will join a department of 12 Specialist Spinal Consultants, 3-4 specialty trainees, and a Clinical Nurse Specialist. The clinical work will involve a wide range of spinal conditions including deformity, lumbar and cervical degenerative conditions, trauma, infection and tumour. Opportunities will also be available to gain experience in the management of spinal injuries at the LGI. Research work will involve a main project and there will be an expectation to achieve at least one publication in a peer reviewed journal. MEDICAL STAFF IN THE DEPARTMENT Spinal surgery consultants, spinal surgery fellows, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED See person specification. The candidate should have achieved competency in Orthopaedic and Neurosurgery in line with their Speciality training programme at a level approaching or having achieved CCT (or equivalent). Candidates must be fully registered with the General Medical Council and hold a license to practice at the time of application. DUTIES OF THE POST The candidate will be expected to provide supervised input into the care of patients. This would involve the following: Pre-admissions clinics Ward management Operating theatre and outpatients Post-operative intensive care Discussions with relatives Initiation/change of treatment LEVELS OF RESPONSIBILITY Inpatient and Outpatient duties, independent decision making and liaising with senior doctors. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the departments research and clinical trials programme. A tailored training programme will be negotiated around previous experience, and professional development plans. Candidate will be expected to take part in the Spinal on-call rota and this should not interfere with the day to day commitments of the fellowship post. TEACHING AND RESEARCH/STUDY AND TRAINING Regular sessions of teaching for junior doctors and nursing staff. Candidates expected to lead journal clubs including initiating, participating and taking leadership roles in research projects. The fellow will have opportunities to attend local weekly MDT and monthly educational departmental meetings, and will be supported to attend national and international meetings and educational events. The successful applicant will be required to provide teaching for colleagues and trainees, and will be expected to provide evidence of feedback in line with good medical practice guidelines. Training opportunities will be tailored to the successful candidate, taking level of experience and training needs into consideration. The successful candidate will receive extensive training in simple and complex spinal surgery. JOB DETAILS Job Title: SPINAL FELLOW, Grade: MIDDLE GRADE Specialty/Department: NEUROSCIENCES Location: LGI, LEEDS INFORMATION ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT The Leeds Spinal Unit is looking to appoint a Spinal Fellow to the join our long established fellowship programme. These posts will be based at the Leeds General Infirmary (LGI). We have several start dates between February 2025 to February 2026. Successful candidates are to be appointed for a fixed term of 1 year and is suitable for a committed senior spinal surgical trainee who may wish to obtain extra experience in spinal surgery and has an interest in clinical research. The successful candidate will join a department of 12 Specialist Spinal Consultants, 3-4 specialty trainees, and a Clinical Nurse Specialist. The clinical work will involve a wide range of spinal conditions including deformity, lumbar and cervical degenerative conditions, trauma, infection and tumour. Opportunities will also be available to gain experience in the management of spinal injuries at the LGI. Research work will involve a main project and there will be an expectation to achieve at least one publication in a peer reviewed journal. MEDICAL STAFF IN THE DEPARTMENT Spinal surgery consultants, spinal surgery fellows, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED See person specification. The candidate should have achieved competency in Orthopaedic and Neurosurgery in line with their Speciality training programme at a level approaching or having achieved CCT (or equivalent). Candidates must be fully registered with the General Medical Council and hold a license to practice at the time of application. DUTIES OF THE POST The candidate will be expected to provide supervised input into the care of patients. This would involve the following: Pre-admissions clinics Ward management Operating theatre and outpatients Post-operative intensive care Discussions with relatives Initiation/change of treatment LEVELS OF RESPONSIBILITY Inpatient and Outpatient duties, independent decision making and liaising with senior doctors. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the departments research and clinical trials programme. A tailored training programme will be negotiated around previous experience, and professional development plans. Candidate will be expected to take part in the Spinal on-call rota and this should not interfere with the day to day commitments of the fellowship post. TEACHING AND RESEARCH/STUDY AND TRAINING Regular sessions of teaching for junior doctors and nursing staff. Candidates expected to lead journal clubs including initiating, participating and taking leadership roles in research projects. The fellow will have opportunities to attend local weekly MDT and monthly educational departmental meetings, and will be supported to attend national and international meetings and educational events. The successful applicant will be required to provide teaching for colleagues and trainees, and will be expected to provide evidence of feedback in line with good medical practice guidelines. Training opportunities will be tailored to the successful candidate, taking level of experience and training needs into consideration. The successful candidate will receive extensive training in simple and complex spinal surgery. THE LEEDS WAY VALUES Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are: Patient-centred Collaborative Fair Accountable Empowered All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values. CONDITIONS OF SERVICE This post is covered by the Hospital Medical and Dental Staff (England and Wales) Terms and Conditions of Service. These documents are available on the Medical Staffing Intranet site. The post holder is required to be fully registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) and hold a licence to practice. Standards of Conduct and Behaviour You are required to work to the standards set out by the General Medical Council in Good Medical Practice. This includes protecting patients when you believe that a doctors or other colleagues conduct, performance or health is a threat to them. If, after establishing the facts, it is necessary, you must follow the Trusts procedures in this matter and inform your Clinical Director or Medical Director in the first instance. Your general conduct at work should comply with the standards set out in the Trusts document on Appraisal, in particular the section on Core Behaviours. Leave Arrangements All leave should be applied for in accordance with the Trusts Leave Policy, normally giving six weeks notice of any leave, other than in exceptional circumstances. Training During the course of your employment, you agree to undergo whatever training the Trust deems necessary. This may include, but is not limited to, induction training, professional development and safe working practices. Funding of such training will be in accordance with the Trusts Staff Development Policy. Health & Safety The Trust has a responsibility to provide a safe working environment for all staff. As an employee/supervisor/manager you are responsible for your own safety and that of others. This will require you to comply with the Trust arrangements for Health & Safety and Risk Management. As a supervisor/manager, you will be responsible for ensuring your team work in a safe manner and are competent to do so. Equality & Diversity The jobholder must comply with all policies and procedures designed to ensure equality of employment and that services are delivered in ways that meet the individual needs of patients and their families. No person whether they are staff, patient or visitor should receive less favourable treatment because of their gender, ethnic origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion etc. The Trust's Equality and Diversity Policy ensures that barriers to employment for disadvantaged groups are identified and removed, and that no person is treated less favourably on the grounds of their race, ethnic group, religion, impairment, age, gender, sexual orientation or mental health status. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants and post holders where required. Person Specification Experience Essential Demonstrate research and audit experience with publications in peer reviewed journals Presentations local or national Desirable Previous teaching experience Qualifications Essential MBChB or equivalent ATLS MRCS AO Basic & Advanced course Desirable FRCS Tr&O or FRCS (SN) Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills Essential More than 4-6 years experience of Orthopaedic Surgery or Neurosurgery at StR level. (Current trainee at ST7/8- will be eligible for National Spinal Fellow post) Desirable Further Orthopaedic experience In Spinal Surgery or Neurosurgery Ability to communicate sensitively effectively and exercise judgement when dealing with others Excellent verbal and written skills Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills Essential Word processing Databases Spreadsheets PowerPoint Additional Requirements Essential Work as an effective team member Effective supervisory/managerial skills Ability to work under pressure and achieve deadlines Person Specification Experience Essential Demonstrate research and audit experience with publications in peer reviewed journals Presentations local or national Desirable Previous teaching experience Qualifications Essential MBChB or equivalent ATLS MRCS AO Basic & Advanced course Desirable FRCS Tr&O or FRCS (SN) Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills Essential More than 4-6 years experience of Orthopaedic Surgery or Neurosurgery at StR level. (Current trainee at ST7/8- will be eligible for National Spinal Fellow post) Desirable Further Orthopaedic experience In Spinal Surgery or Neurosurgery Ability to communicate sensitively effectively and exercise judgement when dealing with others Excellent verbal and written skills Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills Essential Word processing Databases Spreadsheets PowerPoint Additional Requirements Essential Work as an effective team member Effective supervisory/managerial skills Ability to work under pressure and achieve deadlines 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 Leeds Teaching Hospitals Address Leeds General Infirmary Great George Street Leeds LS1 3EX Employer's website https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)