Locum Consultant in the department of Neurosurgery with special interest in Neuro‑Oncology and Hydrocephalus. This post will deliver 10 PAs supporting the neurosurgery team: Mr K Deniz, Mr C Derham, Mr N Phillips, Mr I Anderson, Mr A K Tyagi, Mr J Goodden, Mr R Corns, Mr G Sivakumar, Mr A Sheikh, Mr R Mathew, Ms R Chave‑Cox, and Mr J Livermore. There will be opportunities to contribute to ongoing clinical research programmes within the department. The successful applicant should hold accreditation in FRCS (Neuro. Surg.) or equivalent, and should be on the Specialist Register or within six months of being admitted to the Register for trainees if currently in a training programme within the UK, or have references which have been authorised by the Deputy Medical Director and Clinical Director. Applicants must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of general Neurosurgery, with higher training in Neuro‑Oncology. Fellowship training in Neuro‑Oncology is essential. Fellowship training in Hydrocephalus is desirable. Applicants should have established skills in Neuro‑Oncology Surgery and Hydrocephalus.
Main duties of the job
Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is home to one of the largest and most dynamic Neurosurgery services in the UK, comprising 12 consultants with broad subspecialty expertise across vascular, oncological, paediatric, spinal and skull base surgery. Based at Leeds General Infirmary, you will join a close‑knit, high‑performing team working at the forefront of neuro‑oncology and high‑grade glioma surgery, with active clinical research programmes and a strong culture of teaching and innovation. This is an outstanding opportunity to work within a Trust that genuinely invests in its people, offering a well‑supported job plan, a dedicated mentoring programme, and access to world‑class facilities within one of Europe’s largest teaching hospital trusts. Leeds itself consistently ranks as one of the best cities in the UK to live and work, offering exceptional cultural, sporting and social amenities alongside excellent transport links and highly regarded schools.
About us
The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care, and we realise this through our multi‑year goals and strategic priorities.
What you will bring to the role
- Fellowship‑level training in Neuro‑oncology and demonstrable competence in high‑grade glioma surgery, enabling you to step into this role and contribute effectively from the outset.
- The ability to integrate quickly and professionally into an established consultant team, respecting existing working relationships and adapting to local protocols and systems without delay.
- Flexibility and reliability across theatre lists, with a clear understanding that the priority of this post is to maintain robust, high‑quality cover across Monday and Friday operating sessions.
- Experience in hydrocephalus management, allowing you to contribute to this aspect of the service alongside your primary neuro‑oncology commitment.
- A collaborative approach to MDT working, with the ability to contribute meaningfully to oncology and spinal MDTs from day one.
- Maintained and current clinical governance standards – including up‑to‑date mandatory training, Datix familiarity, audit participation, and engagement with morbidity and mortality review processes.
- A commitment to supporting and not disrupting the training of junior doctors and SpRs, acting as a safe and constructive clinical supervisor throughout the post.
- Strong communication skills suited to a locum setting, where building trust with patients, families and colleagues quickly is essential.
- Full GMC registration, current revalidation, and the professional standing required to practise independently as a consultant neurosurgeon without a period of supervised practice.
- A short‑term commitment made with a long‑term mindset – bringing the same standards, engagement and professionalism you would expect of a permanent post.
Sponsorship Eligibility
To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application.
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