Specialist Doctor in Neurosurgery (Cranial and Spine)

Job summaryThis is an exciting opportunity to join a department committed to excellence in patient care, education, research and service development, while contributing to advancements that shape the future of neurosurgery both nationally and internationally. This post will work alongside the large multidisciplinary team in the Victor Horsley Department of Neurosurgery at Queen Square to provide comprehensive assessment and management for patients with complex neurosurgical conditions.The Victor Horsley Department of Neurosurgery at Queen Square is supported by a large and experienced multidisciplinary team delivering specialist neurosurgical care across a broad range of subspecialties. The consultant body comprises over 30 Consultant Neurosurgeons with expertise spanning cranial, spinal, functional, vascular, pituitary, neuro-oncology and skull base surgery, supported by Specialist Registrars, Clinical Fellows and Resident Doctors.The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape and develop the role in line with their specialist interests, expertise and the evolving needs of the service.Main duties of the jobThe postholder will play a key role in the delivery of neurosurgical 'hot clinics', providing rapid assessment and management for patients with acute cranial and spinal conditions requiring expedited specialist input. Working closely with colleagues across the neurosurgical team, they will ensure timely investigation, treatment and referral to the appropriate subspecialty services where required. The role will also include opportunities to undertake operative activity through dedicated theatre lists, where appropriate to the appointee's skills and interests.In addition, the successful candidate will contribute to the development and delivery of GP Advice and Guidance (A&G) services, supporting timely access to specialist neurosurgical expertise, reducing unnecessary hospital referrals and improving patient care in the community.About usUniversity College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland StreetWe are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.DetailsDate posted11 August 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary 104,401 to 115,341 a year Per annum plus London Weighting ContractFixed termWorking pattern Full-time Reference number309-UCLH-8341Job locationsNational Hospital for Neurology & NeurosurgeryQueen SquareLondonWC1N 3BGUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff** UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH? Job description Job responsibilitiesFor the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff** UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?Person Specification Knowledge and Qualifications EssentialEligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practiseMRCP(UK) or an equivalent qualificationDesirablePhD or MD or equivalent specialist training Experience EssentialClinical expertise in neurosurgeryStrong clinical and personal credibilityExcellent communication and interpersonal skills; adapts style depending on audience Conceptual and analytical skills Skills and Abilities EssentialDemonstrate an ability to perform the specific clinical procedures, drug manipulations and clinical advice relevant to the post, including management of clinical riskCan demonstrate that they have the skills to work within an interdisciplinary / multispecialty serviceDemonstrate an ability to identify and organise the specific clinical investigations and onward referrals relevant to the postAbility to lead the multidisciplinary teamEvidence of leadership skillsAbility to take responsibility, lead, make decisions and exert appropriate authorityAbility to work well as part of a team and to share and encourage good practice Personal Qualities EssentialTreat patients as people, have the ability to empathise and work co-operatively with otherFlexibility in time keeping ensuring duty of care to patientsSufficient to perform the duties of the post (using any aids and adaptations, when necessary)Drive and enthusiasmHighest ethical and professional standardsProbity, display honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas and respect confidentiality Teaching & Research EssentialAbility and commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate doctors in trainingProven ability and commitment to carry out high quality research, leading to publication in peer-reviewed journalsUnderstanding of and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational contextKnowledge of Research ethics and committed to incorporating the highest standards of research governanceTeaching on formal educational courses. Evidence of organisational ability e.g. organising and directing courses, educational programmes etc Clinical Governance EssentialEvidence of having worked and being able to communicate within an Interdisciplinary / multispecialty service with appropriate levels of communication through direct discussions with team members, MDT meetings, and presentations to the teamInvolvement in and understanding of the Clinical GovernanceExperience of audit and willingness to institute audit exercises. Communication EssentialAbility to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken EnglishAbility to build rapport, listen, persuade/ negotiate. Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion EssentialDemonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Person Specification Knowledge and Qualifications EssentialEligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practiseMRCP(UK) or an equivalent qualificationDesirablePhD or MD or equivalent specialist training Experience EssentialClinical expertise in neurosurgeryStrong clinical and personal credibilityExcellent communication and interpersonal skills; adapts style depending on audience Conceptual and analytical skills Skills and Abilities EssentialDemonstrate an ability to perform the specific clinical procedures, drug manipulations and clinical advice relevant to the post, including management of clinical riskCan demonstrate that they have the skills to work within an interdisciplinary / multispecialty serviceDemonstrate an ability to identify and organise the specific clinical investigations and onward referrals relevant to the postAbility to lead the multidisciplinary teamEvidence of leadership skillsAbility to take responsibility, lead, make decisions and exert appropriate authorityAbility to work well as part of a team and to share and encourage good practice Personal Qualities EssentialTreat patients as people, have the ability to empathise and work co-operatively with otherFlexibility in time keeping ensuring duty of care to patientsSufficient to perform the duties of the post (using any aids and adaptations, when necessary)Drive and enthusiasmHighest ethical and professional standardsProbity, display honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas and respect confidentiality Teaching & Research EssentialAbility and commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate doctors in trainingProven ability and commitment to carry out high quality research, leading to publication in peer-reviewed journalsUnderstanding of and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational contextKnowledge of Research ethics and committed to incorporating the highest standards of research governanceTeaching on formal educational courses. Evidence of organisational ability e.g. organising and directing courses, educational programmes etc Clinical Governance EssentialEvidence of having worked and being able to communicate within an Interdisciplinary / multispecialty service with appropriate levels of communication through direct discussions with team members, MDT meetings, and presentations to the teamInvolvement in and understanding of the Clinical GovernanceExperience of audit and willingness to institute audit exercises. Communication EssentialAbility to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken EnglishAbility to build rapport, listen, persuade/ negotiate. Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion EssentialDemonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and InclusionDisclosure 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 nameUniversity College London Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressNational Hospital for Neurology & NeurosurgeryQueen SquareLondonWC1N 3BGUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameUniversity College London Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressNational Hospital for Neurology & NeurosurgeryQueen SquareLondonWC1N 3BGUnited KingdomEmployer's website