Locum Consultant in Neurosurgery

Job Overview University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. This is a FIXED TERM contract with the position commencing ASAP. Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job The Wessex Neurological Centre (WNC) is one of the five largest centres in the UK, providing specialist adult and paediatric clinical services for a wide range of neurological conditions. The catchment area extends across Dorset, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, West Sussex, Wiltshire and the Channel Islands, a population of approximately 3 million. The consultant teams in the department have highly developed sub-specialist skills.

About The Team The WNC Neurosurgery Team prides itself on its collegiate approach and strong focus on providing the best care and outcomes for our patients from across the Wessex region and further afield. Whilst the team deliver a sub-specialist approach the roots of all our services remain fully integrated ensuring a robust MDT approach and profession support.

Working for our organisation What We Can Offer You As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities You will have specific remit for the delivery of complex adult Neurosurgery, elective and emergency as well as contributing to the management of elective routine and complex neurosurgery. You will be expected to be a core member of the Paediatric neurosurgery subspecialty team and that will include supporting with the 1 in 4 on-call. This post provides an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic colleague to join us, and play an integral part in developing these services. The department prides itself on excellent outcomes achieved through sub specialism, team-working (including joint operating) and a robust MDT approach. You will be an experienced neurosurgeon with a background in paediatric neurosurgery and functional neurosurgery. Our ideal candidate should be an enthusiastic team-player who can embrace the philosophy and values of our department.

Additional Information Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC). The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003. Interviews will be held on TBC Job Reference; 188-MD10625 This vacancy closes on or before; 6th July 2025 Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.

Person specification Qualifications, Training & Experience Essential criteria MBBS or equivalent medical qualification GMC registration with a licence to practise Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems FRCS (Neurosurgery) or equivalent Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems Able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in general emergency neurosurgery >/= 12/12 post-CCT Fellowship in functional Neurosurgery High level of experience in managing paediatric neurosurgery on-call / urgent cases High level of experience in spinal cord stimulator surgery Experience of research with publications and managing clinical trials Experience of day-case surgery Desirable criteria MSc or equivalent in Research In date GCP training certificate >/= 12/12 post-CCT Fellowship in Paediatric Neurosurgery RCS(England) approved fellowship Supervising research by junior staff Evidence of service improvement Consultant level experience in functional neurosurgery Consultant experience of adult and paediatric on-call Aptitudes and skills Essential criteria Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English). Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching Desirable criteria Leadership training course Evidence of leadership and project management Evidence of having implemented change Formal experience in use of Shared Decision Making Attendance at communication skills course Evidence of commitment to Net Zero NHS Living Trust Values Essential criteria Patients First Always Improving Working Together