Locum Consultant Neurosurgeon - interest in Neuro-oncology & Hydrocephalus

For questions about this job, contact:
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Dr Jonathan Bilmen \- Clinical Director, Centre for Neurosciences 07460 288020

Mr Kenan Deniz \- Lead Clinician / Consultant Neurosurgeon 0113 392 3623

Mr Robert Rathbone \- General Manager, Centre for Neurosciences 07825 354406

Interview Date: 22nd July 2026

Locum Consultant in the department of Neurosurgery with special interest in Neuro\-Oncology and Hydrocephalus
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This is a 10 PA locum appointment for a Consultant Neurosurgeon, with special interests in Neuro\-Oncology and Hydrocephalus. This post will be available from August 2026 for a period of 6 months.

This post will deliver 10 PAs supporting the neurosurgery team: Mr K Deniz, Mr C Derham, Mr N Phillips, Mr I Anderson, Mr A K Tyagi, Mr J Goodden, Mr R Corns, Mr G Sivakumar, Mr A Sheikh, Mr R Mathew, Ms R Chave\-Cox, and Mr J Livermore.

There will be opportunities to contribute to ongoing clinical research programmes within the department.

The post will be based at Leeds General Infirmary.

The successful applicant should hold accreditation in FRCS (Neuro. Surg.) or equivalent, and should be on the Specialist Register or within six months of being admitted to the Register for trainees if currently in a training programme within the UK, or have references which have been authorised by the Deputy Medical Director and Clinical Director.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of general Neurosurgery. Specifically, applicants must demonstrate higher training in Neuro\-oncology. Fellowship training in Neuro\-oncology is essential; Fellowship training in Hydrocephalus is desirable. Applicants should have established skills in Neuro\-Oncology Surgery and Hydrocephalus.

Excellent communication and team working skills, a strong commitment to teaching and service development are essential.

Consideration will be given to applicants who wish to work full or part time and those wishing to job share.

*Prospective applicants are encouraged to visit the hospital, which can be arranged by contacting:leedsth\-tr.neurosciencesmanagement@nhs.net*

Why you should join our Team
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Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is home to one of the largest and most dynamic Neurosurgery services in the UK, comprising 12 consultants with broad subspecialty expertise across vascular, oncological, paediatric, spinal and skull base surgery. Based at Leeds General Infirmary, you will join a close\-knit, high\-performing team working at the forefront of neuro\-oncology and high grade glioma surgery, with active clinical research programmes and a strong culture of teaching and innovation.

This is an outstanding opportunity to work within a Trust that genuinely invests in its people. You will benefit from a well\-supported job plan, a dedicated mentoring programme, and access to world\-class facilities within one of Europe's largest teaching hospital trusts. Leeds itself consistently ranks as one of the best cities in the UK to live and work, offering exceptional cultural, sporting and social amenities alongside excellent transport links and highly regarded schools making it an ideal base for candidates relocating from across the UK or internationally.

What you will bring to the role
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• Fellowship\-level training in Neuro\-oncology and demonstrable competence in high grade glioma surgery, enabling you to step into this role and contribute effectively from the outset.


• The ability to integrate quickly and professionally into an established consultant team, respecting existing working relationships and adapting to local protocols and systems without delay.


• Flexibility and reliability across theatre lists, with a clear understanding that the priority of this post is to maintain robust, high\-quality cover across Monday and Friday operating sessions.


• Experience in hydrocephalus management, allowing me to contribute to this aspect of the service alongside my primary neuro\-oncology commitment.


• A collaborative approach to MDT working, with the ability to contribute meaningfully to oncology and spinal MDTs from day one.


• Maintained and current clinical governance standards including up\-to\-date mandatory training, Datix familiarity, audit participation, and engagement with morbidity and mortality review processes.


• A commitment to supporting and not disrupting the training of junior doctors and SpRs, acting as a safe and constructive clinical supervisor throughout the post.


• Strong communication skills suited to a locum setting, where building trust with patients, families and colleagues quickly is essential.


• Full GMC registration, current revalidation, and the professional standing required to practise independently as a consultant neurosurgeon without a period of supervised practice.


• A short\-term commitment made with a long\-term mindset bringing the same standards, engagement and professionalism I would expect of a permanent post.

About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust
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Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:

Patient\-centred

Collaborative

Fair

Accountable

Empowered

All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values

We’re committed to recruiting exceptional people to deliver outstanding services across Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and helping every colleague reach their full potential. We’re looking for a compassionate, inclusive, and collaborative leader who shares our values and can build strong partnerships. We warmly invite applications from people from a variety of backgrounds and sectors, and are especially keen to hear from individuals from a minority ethnic background. We’re dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and has a true sense of belonging, as we work together to deliver the best in healthcare to the people of Leeds and beyond.

Sponsorship Eligibility

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

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