Job summary
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and knowledgeable Locum Consultant Urological Surgeon (10 PA) to contribute to the elective recovery of the Urology service within North Bristol NHS Trust, delivered at Weston General Hospital and Southmead Hospital.
Candidates with subspecialty interest(s) complementing the needs of the department are encouraged to apply. The duration of this post will be 6 months, extending if 12 months if required.
Based atSouthmead Hospital andWeston General Hospitalthe BUI is a tertiary referral centre and is the largest Urology department in the South West and one of the largest in the country, offering care for all urological conditions. The department is well supported by oncologists from the Bristol Haematology and Oncology centre and by a group of experienced and dedicated Cancer Nurse Specialists and Specialist Nurse Practitioners. We are a close-knit team, across all levels and value collaborative working. We also welcome new ideas as we are constantly striving to improve our service to all our patients.
Main duties of the job
The Urology service at North Bristol NHS Trust is based at Weston General Hospital and Southmead Hospital
Consultant Urological Surgeon
Full time - 10 PAs
Applications are invited for the post of Locum Consultant Urological Surgeon at the Bristol Urology Institute (BUI).
The BUI delivers general and specialised urology services in BNSSG, for the larger Urology Area Network and the Southwest.
The BUI is a tertiary referral centre and is the largest Urology department in the South West and one of the largest in the country, offering care for all urological conditions.
The BUI has a long history of urological research which has led to developments in the fields of urodynamics, robotic surgery and cancer care. We are proud of our achievements and keen to continue our successes into the future.
About us
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Details
Date posted
12 February 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£109,725 to £145,478 a year pro rata
Contract
Locum
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
339-WC8685-BS
Job locations
Southmead Hospital and Weston General Hospital
Bristol
BS10 5NB
Job description
Job responsibilities
The postholder will also contribute towards the provision of emergency urology services.
The postholder will work a flexible job plan of 10PA per week. This will assist the department in achieving its targets in both cancer and non-cancer urology.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The postholder will also contribute towards the provision of emergency urology services.
The postholder will work a flexible job plan of 10PA per week. This will assist the department in achieving its targets in both cancer and non-cancer urology.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Registration
Essential
* FRCS (or equivalent).
* Maintain Full registration with the GMC.
* Must have CCT in Urology and have been entered on the GMC Specialist Register at the time of the appointment.
* Specialist registrars that do not hold a CCT must be due to be awarded one within 6 months of the interview date.
Desirable
* Higher academic qualification (e.g. MD or MS).
Training And Experience
Essential
* Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent).
* Minimum of 5 years postgraduate experience including higher surgical/medical training, three years as a Senior Registrar in an approved training post, or equivalent. Part of this period may be in a post of equivalent responsibility and training potential.
* Training in diagnosis and treatment of General urology and LUTS management and superficial bladder cancer.
Desirable
* Fellowship Training.
Further Training, Management, Audit
Essential
* Evidence of recent CME / reasonable training progression at this stage of career.
* Experience in audit project and written up.
* Knowledge of contemporary NHS management issues.
* Knowledge of political context within which we operate.
Desirable
* Completion of a general management course or programme.
Research, Teaching, Publications
Essential
* Proven teaching ability.
* Willingness to undertake teaching of medical undergraduates & postgraduates.
Desirable
* Proven track record in research.
* Willingness to undertake further research.
* Ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and patients.
* Ability to teach effectively.
* Evidence of relevant publications in peer reviewed journals.
* Demonstration of involvement in clinical directorate management.
Leadership and Teamwork
Essential
* Proven ability to build and maintain effective teams.
* Have a positive attitude towards members of the wider healthcare team.
* Evidence of good organizational and compassionate leadership skills.
* Evidence of positive development and change management.
* An understanding of positive leadership in the context of healthcare.
Communication Skills
Essential
* Is empathetic and sensitive to the needs of others including patients and colleagues.
* An ability to explain complex and sensitive information, sometimes under stressful circumstances to others.
* Must be able to influence and persuade effectively.
* Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills in order to write and present management reports as required.
Other
Essential
* Must reside within 30 minutes or ten miles from the principle place of work.
* Must hold the appropriate Home Office work / residence status in order to provide work in the UK.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Registration
Essential
* FRCS (or equivalent).
* Maintain Full registration with the GMC.
* Must have CCT in Urology and have been entered on the GMC Specialist Register at the time of the appointment.
* Specialist registrars that do not hold a CCT must be due to be awarded one within 6 months of the interview date.
Desirable
* Higher academic qualification (e.g. MD or MS).
Training And Experience
Essential
* Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent).
* Minimum of 5 years postgraduate experience including higher surgical/medical training, three years as a Senior Registrar in an approved training post, or equivalent. Part of this period may be in a post of equivalent responsibility and training potential.
* Training in diagnosis and treatment of General urology and LUTS management and superficial bladder cancer.
Desirable
* Fellowship Training.
Further Training, Management, Audit
Essential
* Evidence of recent CME / reasonable training progression at this stage of career.
* Experience in audit project and written up.
* Knowledge of contemporary NHS management issues.
* Knowledge of political context within which we operate.
Desirable
* Completion of a general management course or programme.
Research, Teaching, Publications
Essential
* Proven teaching ability.
* Willingness to undertake teaching of medical undergraduates & postgraduates.
Desirable
* Proven track record in research.
* Willingness to undertake further research.
* Ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and patients.
* Ability to teach effectively.
* Evidence of relevant publications in peer reviewed journals.
* Demonstration of involvement in clinical directorate management.
Leadership and Teamwork
Essential
* Proven ability to build and maintain effective teams.
* Have a positive attitude towards members of the wider healthcare team.
* Evidence of good organizational and compassionate leadership skills.
* Evidence of positive development and change management.
* An understanding of positive leadership in the context of healthcare.
Communication Skills
Essential
* Is empathetic and sensitive to the needs of others including patients and colleagues.
* An ability to explain complex and sensitive information, sometimes under stressful circumstances to others.
* Must be able to influence and persuade effectively.
* Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills in order to write and present management reports as required.
Other
Essential
* Must reside within 30 minutes or ten miles from the principle place of work.
* Must hold the appropriate Home Office work / residence status in order to provide work in the UK.
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).
Additional information
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
North Bristol NHS Trust
Address
Southmead Hospital and Weston General Hospital
Bristol
BS10 5NB
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Employer details
Employer name
North Bristol NHS Trust
Address
Southmead Hospital and Weston General Hospital
Bristol
BS10 5NB
Employer's website
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