We are inviting applications for a 12-month Locum Consultant Anaesthetist post at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, with a specialist interest in Trauma, Orthopaedics and Obstetrics.
Our department provides comprehensive anaesthesia, regional anaesthesia, acute pain and critical care services across both sites. We are a collaborative, motivated and supportive team, committed to innovation, education and high-quality patient care.
We welcome applications from dynamic, enthusiastic anaesthetists who are keen to contribute to, and grow with, our expanding service.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop and deliver anaesthetic services across a broad range of specialties, tailored to your training, skills and interests, including:
* Robotic Surgery
* Obstetrics
* General Surgery
* Gynaecology
* Breast Surgery
* ENT
* Maxillofacial Surgery
* Trauma & Orthopaedics
* Paediatrics
* Ophthalmology
* Preoperative Assessment
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto‑enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries, staff restaurants and accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
Statement on the Use of AI
We value the individuality that each candidate brings to the application process. While we understand that AI tools are widely available, we strongly discourage applicants from using AI-generated content when applying for jobs with us. We believe that your application should reflect your true skills, experiences, and motivations, which are best conveyed through your own words and unique perspective.
Using AI for your application may not accurately represent your knowledge, skills, and experience and may result in a disconnect between your qualifications and our assessment of your application.
We encourage applicants to take the time to thoughtfully complete your applications; by doing so, you allow us to better understand your true potential and ensure a fair and transparent evaluation of your application. Over reliance on AI-generated content may diminish your chance of success.
The post is based across our two acute hospital sites in Eastbourne and Hastings, as well as the Sussex Surgical Centre, and includes participation in the Trauma Weekend rota.
This advert closes on Monday 6 Apr 2026
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