Job summaryWe are looking to recruit a whole time Consultant Rehabilitation Medicine to Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust based at the Northern General Hospital delivering outpatient clinics and inpatient care.We would welcome applications from candidates across the full spectrum of experience, from those who have recently completed training to those who have well-established careers.Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.Main duties of the jobAppointments are made to the Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and the person appointed is required to be sufficiently flexible to undertake their main clinical duties at any of the sites within the Region and/or to change their base hospital.The appointee, together with consultant colleagues, will be responsible for the provision of neurorehabilitation services to Sheffield Teaching Hospitals.The appointee will be expected to contribute to the outpatient neurorehabilitation and transition clinics in Sheffield.The person appointed will be required to cover for colleagues during periods of absence. They will have continuing responsibility for patients in their care and the proper functioning of the Department.The successful candidate will work according to the terms and conditions of the national consultant contract.About usLocated on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also means it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.DetailsDate posted29 July 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary
113,565 to 150,569 a year
per annum
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference number190-STH-26-182Job locationsNorthern General HospitalHerries RoadSheffieldS5 7AUUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialFull registration with a license to practice with the General Medical Council (GMC) or be eligible for registration within six months of interview.Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview.MRCP or EquivalentHolder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview. If not UK trained they must have obtained CESR (Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration) in rehabilitation medicineSubstantial experience in Rehabilitation Medicine preferably with neurological rehabilitation as a major component, or equivalent.DesirableMD or PhD or equivalentExperience in procedural skills and management of adults with complex neurological disabilities
Clinical experience
EssentialAbility to work as an independent practitioner in Rehabilitation medicine.Capable of providing comprehensive care to patient with brain injuryDesirablePossess broad clinical experience in the field of specialized rehabilitationExperience of working in trauma settings/ with neurosurgical teams managing acute head injuryExpertise in managing spasticity
Research
EssentialAbility to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriateDesirablePublications in Peer reviewed journals; GCP training.
Teaching and training
EssentialExperience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels
Continuous Professional Development
EssentialEvidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 monthsDesirableMaintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Management and Administration
EssentialEvidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management
Clinical governance and audit
EssentialExperience in performing clinical audit.DesirableCompletion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project
Personal attributes
EssentialDemonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD valuesGood oral and written communication skillsEnsures value for money is considered in all that they doThe applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialFull registration with a license to practice with the General Medical Council (GMC) or be eligible for registration within six months of interview.Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview.MRCP or EquivalentHolder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview. If not UK trained they must have obtained CESR (Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration) in rehabilitation medicineSubstantial experience in Rehabilitation Medicine preferably with neurological rehabilitation as a major component, or equivalent.DesirableMD or PhD or equivalentExperience in procedural skills and management of adults with complex neurological disabilities
Clinical experience
EssentialAbility to work as an independent practitioner in Rehabilitation medicine.Capable of providing comprehensive care to patient with brain injuryDesirablePossess broad clinical experience in the field of specialized rehabilitationExperience of working in trauma settings/ with neurosurgical teams managing acute head injuryExpertise in managing spasticity
Research
EssentialAbility to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriateDesirablePublications in Peer reviewed journals; GCP training.
Teaching and training
EssentialExperience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels
Continuous Professional Development
EssentialEvidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 monthsDesirableMaintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Management and Administration
EssentialEvidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management
Clinical governance and audit
EssentialExperience in performing clinical audit.DesirableCompletion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project
Personal attributes
EssentialDemonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD valuesGood oral and written communication skillsEnsures value for money is considered in all that they doThe applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 detailsEmployer nameSheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressNorthern General HospitalHerries RoadSheffieldS5 7AUUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameSheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressNorthern General HospitalHerries RoadSheffieldS5 7AUUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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