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Senior Clinical Fellow in Neurology and Stroke
NHS Medical & Dental: Senior Clinical Fellow
Main area Neurology Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Senior Clinical Fellow Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 40 hours per week Job ref 289-EI-212
Site Chelsea & Westminster Hospital Town London Salary £59,406 - 69,976 pa plus London Weighting allowance (pro rata) Closing 19/11/2026 23:59
Job overview
We have an exciting Senior Clinical Fellow level opportunity for candidates who wish to obtain training and broaden their experience in Neurology and Stroke Medicine in a central London teaching hospital.
You will work as part of a Consultant led team to manage Stroke and Neurology inpatients, ward referrals and outpatient clinics and will gain an excellent grounding in Neurology and Stroke medicine. All of our trainees are encouraged to participate in departmental and Trust initiatives as well as Quality Improvement projects. Additionally there will be opportunity to attend the Regional Neurosciences meetings at Charing Cross Hospital.
Working in Neurology and Stroke Medicine at Chelsea offers a high performing, vibrant and thriving training environment, with excellent levels of senior presence and support and a large and dedicated multi-professional team.
This post would be ideally suited to candidates wishing to apply for a National training number in Neurology and the successful candidate would receive mentoring from Dr Redwood, Training Programme Director for Neurology in North West London.
Main duties of the job
The main parts of the post involve the care of Stroke and Neurology inpatients, attending outpatient TIA, Stroke and Neurology clinics, reviewing Stroke and Neurology inpatient consults and performing the regular functions of a Neurology/Stroke Registrar.
Working for our organisation
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust provide services from two main hospitals, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital, and a number of clinics across London and the South-East.
Our Priorities
Deliver high-quality patient-centred care
Patients, their friends, family and carers will be treated with unfailing kindness and respect by every member of staff in every department and their experience and quality of care will be second to none.
Be the employer of choice
We will provide every member of staff with the support, information, facilities and environment they need to develop in their roles and careers. We will recruit and retain people we need to deliver high-quality services to our patients and other service users.
Deliver better care at lower cost
We will look to continuously improve the quality of care and patient experience through the most efficient use of available resources.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be part of a Consultant led team which (in addition to these posts) includes two Neurology SpRs, two FY2s, two FY1s, a Neurology Specialist Nurse and a Neurology Pharmacist. There will be consultant ward rounds of new patients, with SpR led ward rounds of existing patients. There will be opportunity for interested individuals to carry out supervised outpatient clinics, MDTs and attend a number of sub‑specialty Neurology clinics including Neuro‑inflammation, Cognitive clinics and Neuro‑ID clinics. There may also be opportunity to attend further sub‑specialty clinics at the regional Neurosciences Centre at Charing Cross Hospital
There will be opportunity for interested individuals to carry out supervised outpatient clinics, MDTs and attend a number of sub‑specialty Neurology clinics including Neuro‑inflammation, Cognitive clinics and Neuro‑ID clinics. There may also be opportunity to attend further sub‑specialty clinics at the regional Neurosciences Centre at Charing Cross Hospital.
The Appointees will be expected to assess and manage patients with the support of the consultant and using appropriate clinical guidelines.
There are multiple multi‑disciplinary meetings between doctors, nursing staff, and specialist teams for the care of patients.
The post has no on call commitment, but there may be opportunity to join the local Medical registrar on call rota at Chelsea and Westminster or the regional Stroke and Neurology Registrar on call rota.
Person specification
- Full GMC Registration and License to practice
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full MRCP (Applicants with written part 2 or PACES outstanding will be considered)
- Advanced Life Support Provider
- Advanced Life Support Instructor
Skills and knowledge
- Previous experience of working at Registrar level
- General and acute medicine experience
- Previous Neurology or Stroke Medicine experience
- Prior experience of working in the NHS
- Computer skills and IT literacy
- Leadership and teaching experience
- Commitment to multidisciplinary team working
- Commitment to continuing medical education
- Commitment to the goals of the Chelsea & Westminster Hospital
- Problem solving
- Good inter‑personal and communications skills
- Excellent communication and influencing skills
- Non‑judgemental attitude
- Good organisational and leadership qualities
- Managing self effectively
- Ability to planning ahead whilst being innovative and flexible in approach.
Right to work
If you need sponsorship to work in the UK, please visit the Home Office website for information on sponsorship and visa status before you fill in your application form. Due to recent changes in the UK immigration rules which affect Skilled Worker Visas, Global Business Mobility, Higher Skill Level and Increased Salary Thresholds, please ensure that you are able to meet the requirements to live and work in the UK before applying. Further information about eligibility is available on UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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
Name Rebecca Redwood Job title Service Director and Consultant Neurologist Email address rebecca.redwood1@nhs.net
The recruitment team are available to provide support from 9am–5pm, Mon–Fri. To contact the team please call the Trust switchboard and ask for ‘Recruitment team, Human Resources Department’.
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Senior Clinical Fellow in Neurology and Stroke employer: Chelwest
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional employer, renowned for its commitment to patient care and staff development. With a strong focus on equality and flexible working arrangements, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that prioritises their well-being and professional growth. The Trust's investment in state-of-the-art facilities and its recognition as one of England's top-performing trusts make it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in healthcare.
