About this role
Job summary
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint a Junior Clinical Fellow in Stroke/Neurology to join our team. The appointment will commence on 1st December 2026 and is permanent in tenure.
These post does not award a National Training Number. As this post is not recognised as a 'training post', full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise is required, and if the appointee does not hold right of residence in the UK sponsorship will be required.
At least 12 months of NHS work experience, including a minimum of 6 months 'clinical experience (excluding clinical attachments) of working in Stroke Medicine/Neurology within the NHS is essential for this role.
The duties of this post are equivalent to Core Trainee level (ST1/CT1).
Future vacancies that arise during the appointment process will be considered from this pool of interview able candidates.
Main duties of the job
This role offers a diverse range of responsibilities, including:
Taking patient histories and performing examinations in outpatient clinics (TIA and acute neurology clinics), followed by presenting cases to the consultant.
Prescribing medications, arranging appropriate investigations, and preparing discharge summaries, including discharge medications (TTOs).
Attending ward rounds, documenting notes, and performing general ward duties, such as managing sick or deteriorating patients, updating relatives, and following up on test results.
This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop a broad range of clinical skills while working within a supportive and dynamic team.
About us
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. We provide a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Sheffield, as well as specialist care for patients from further afield, including cancer, spinal cord injuries, renal and cardiothoracic services. In addition to community health services, the Trust comprises five of Yorkshire's best known teaching hospitals.
The Royal Hallamshire Hospital
The Northern General Hospital
Charles Clifford Dental Hospital
Weston Park Cancer Hospital
Jessop Wing Maternity Hospital
The Trust has a history of high quality care, clinical excellence and innovation in medical research. We strive to promote a culture of continuous quality improvement and encourage our staff to innovate and adopt 'best practice' in order to deliver the highest standard of care to our patients.
Job description Job responsibilities
This post includes out of hour responsibilities, offering a rewarding opportunity to work closely with the admitting team on the L2 ward. Referrals primarily come from GPs, paramedics, and A&E, involving patients presenting with neurological or stroke symptoms. As part of the role, you will clerk patients on arrival, arrange relevant tests, initiate emergency treatments, and present cases to the consultant on call. On-call duties will include one weekend in every five.
Additionally, the appointee will contribute to departmental administration as required. This may involve tasks such as supervision, rota management, coordinating teaching sessions, or supporting day-to-day administrative needs as directed by the consultants and the service.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise by the date of application Basic Medical Degree (MBChB) or equivalent Valid Advance Life Support (ALS) Certificate by the date of application
Desirable
MRCP Part 1 or equivalent by the date of application
Clinical Experience Essential
At least 12 months of NHS work experience, including a minimum of 6 months 'clinical experience of working in Stroke Medicine/Neurology within the NHS. (Excluding clinical attachments)
Personal attributes Essential
Good written communication skills
Clinical Experience Essential
Completion of UK Foundation training (FY2 level) or evidence of Certificate B as equivalent
Teaching and training Essential
Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors
Continuous Professional Development Essential
Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Clinical governance and audit Desirable
Completion of a quality improvement project or clinical audit (QIP/Audit) in stroke medicine.
Personal attributes Essential
Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values The 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 Check This 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 Sponsorship Applications 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 details Employer name Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Sheffield Teaching Hospiatls
Glossop Raod
Sheffield
S10 2SB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.sth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)