Job summary
Clinical Fellow Doctor/ST4 post in Anaesthesia and Critical Care 1 x 6 month fixed term post
Enjoy an outdoor lifestyle in stunning North Devon with potential for career development!
Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Fellow Doctor in Anaesthesia and Critical Care at North Devon District Hospital, part of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (Northern Services). The acute hospital in Barnstaple provides a full complement of secondary care services for the local population, including emergency care, cancer services, maternity and paediatric services.
About us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).
Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state‑of‑the‑art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world‑class care to our local communities.
It’s never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you’ll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Details
Date posted: 31 October 2025
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor – other
Salary: £65,048 to £65,048 a year
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full‑time
Reference number: 185-74315-11806
Job location: North Devon District Hospital, Raleigh Park, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 4JB
Job description & responsibilities
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More detail about the role
The successful applicant will join a friendly Department of Anaesthesia, Critical Care and Pain on the Obstetric rota. They will have a consultant on call and senior resident anaesthetist to support them during their on‑calls, and have development time planned into their rota. The role would be suitable for those who have completed Stage 1 anaesthetic training and are looking for a dynamic and friendly department.
Working pattern: TBC
Interview date: 20.11.2025
For further information please contact: Dr Rob Conway (Deputy Clinical Director) onrob.conway@nhs.net or 01271 322756.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and ‘At Risk’ status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
Benefits
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications, or days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we’ll help you get there.
Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work‑life balance through flexible working schemes and our family‑friendly policies.
If you’re starting out in the NHS, you’ll begin with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You’ll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefit. You’ll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options, and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including:
* National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
* Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED‑rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter.
* Car lease schemes.
* The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
* Cycle to work scheme.
These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we’d love to hear from you.
Person specification
General requirements – Essential
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Desirable
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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.
Employer details
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
North Devon District Hospital
Raleigh Park
Barnstaple
Devon
EX31 4JB
Employer website: https://royaldevon.nhs.uk/
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