Junior Clinical Fellow - Surgery (EGS, Urology) - WM site

A Vacancy at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

Junior Clinical Fellow - Surgery (EGS, Urology) - WM site

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, to ensure candidates with a genuine interest in Surgery are shortlisted, please include the following opening sentence in your application. Applications without this will not be shortlisted: ‘Thank you for this opportunity, I am looking forward to working within Surgery at West Middlesex Hospital.’

This advert is for Junior Clinical Fellow (JCF) roles in Surgery at West Middlesex Hospital, with a number of vacancies available across Urology and General Surgery . Please note that due to the expected high volume of applications, this advert may close early once a sufficient number of applications has been received.

The post involves the day-to-day care of ward patients, working alongside and supporting the Foundation Year 1 trainee. The JCF will take part in daily ward rounds with FY1s, Senior Clinical Fellows and Consultants, and will contribute to the management of emergency referrals from the Emergency Department, as well as supporting activity within the Urgent Care Centre.

The Junior Clinical Fellow (JCF) will work as part of the surgical team, contributing to the delivery of both elective and emergency care across the departments – Urology & General Surgery.

Key responsibilities include participation in an on-call rota (covering General Surgery, Breast and Urology), including nights and weekends. When on-call, the post holder will be fully dedicated to emergency work, supporting the acute team under the supervision of the Consultant of the Week, with no elective commitments during this time.

The weekly rota is coordinated by the Service Manager and includes a mix of clinical activities across theatre, outpatient clinics and ward-based care. The JCF will contribute to colorectal and upper GI ward rounds, theatre sessions (including CEPOD and Trauma), and outpatient clinics, with allocations varying on a weekly basis within a rolling rota pattern.

Attendance at the daily handover meeting (08:00–08:30) is mandatory for all staff transitioning on and off duty to ensure safe and effective continuity of care.

The role also includes active participation in multidisciplinary team meetings (MDTs), teaching, audit and research activity.

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed."

If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require shifts at multiple sites.

The post holder will support the day-to-day running of the surgical teams, working closely with Specialist Registrars and Consultants. Responsibilities include the assessment and management of inpatients, attendance on ward rounds, and taking referrals from the Emergency Department and other specialties. The JCF will also contribute to outpatient clinics where required and participate in the on-call rota covering General Surgery, Colorectal and Urology.

The role includes supervising, supporting and teaching Foundation Year doctors where appropriate.

Teaching

JCFs are expected to contribute to undergraduate teaching, including supporting medical students, and to participate in departmental teaching programmes. Teaching is led by senior clinical staff, with opportunities for the post holder to develop their own teaching skills.

Research

There are opportunities to be involved in ongoing clinical research projects, with encouragement to present work and contribute to publications, including case reports and service evaluations.

Audit

The post holder will be expected to participate in audit activity, with support from the audit department, and attend regular departmental audit meetings.

Study Leave and Training

While this post is not formally recognised as a training post by the London Deanery, opportunities for professional development are supported through study leave and access to educational resources. Facilities include a well-equipped Medical Library within the Postgraduate Centre and departmental resources.

A range of local educational opportunities are available, including

• Clinical teaching sessions organised by the Clinical Tutor
• Weekly clinical and surgical meetings, including clinicopathological conferences
• Specialty-specific teaching
• Regular audit meetings

Practical surgical skills workshops

This advert closes on Tuesday 10 Nov 2026