Higher Clinical Fellow ST3+ in Neuro Rehabilitation | University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Higher Clinical Fellow (ST3+) – Neurorehabilitation Medicine

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (UHL)

📍 Leicester | 🕒 12‑month fixed term.

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University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is recruiting a Higher Clinical Fellow (ST3+) in Neurorehabilitation Medicine to join our well-established and supportive specialist rehabilitation service.

This post offers an excellent opportunity for doctors with MRCP who are seeking to develop advanced clinical, leadership, and research skills in inpatient neurorehabilitation, including acquired brain injury and complex neurological conditions.

The role is primarily based at Leicester General Hospital, with cross-site working across UHL hospitals as required by service needs.

What the role offers

• Hands-on experience in Specialist Neurorehabilitation and Brain Injury Units
• Day-to-day inpatient management alongside experienced consultants and MDTs
• Supervision and mentoring of junior resident doctors
• Active involvement in UKROC data collection
• Participation in audit, governance, service development, and research

ABOUT UHL, OUR VALUES AND BEHAVIOURS

Our new strategy, 'Leading in healthcare, trusted in communities' was developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners and is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

Who should apply

• MBBS or equivalent with full GMC registration
• MRCP Part 1 achieved (full MRCP desirable)
• At least 2 years’ experience at IMT/Rehabilitation level (UK or overseas)
• Excellent communication skills and a compassionate, patient‑centred approach
• Interest in Neurorehabilitation, leadership, and multidisciplinary teamwork

Please see attached Job Description.

This advert closes on Tuesday 28 Jul 2026