South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
Applications are invited for the posts of Consultant General Surgeon with a dedicated speciality interest in Colorectal Surgery.
The postholders will join the existing surgical team within the Directorate of General Surgery delivering care across South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust, with a requirement to work across both sites.
Each post is full-time, comprising 10 Programmed Activities (PAs).
General enquiries about the post are welcomed. For an information discussion, please contact:
* Mr Will Carr, Consultant General Surgeon, Clinical Director, email: williamrj.carr@nhs.net
* Mr Stephen Holtham, Lower GI/Colorectal Lead / Consultant Surgeon, email: stephen.holtham@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
The postholders will join a team of 18 General Surgeons providing emergency General Surgery and possess specialist skills in Colorectal Surgery. Emergency work is on a 1:6 basis, including 24-hour on-call at South Tyneside District Hospital and a separate day and night 12-hour service at Sunderland Royal Hospital.
Responsibilities include coordinating and delivering strategic and operational aspects of General Surgery Services across South Tyneside and Sunderland, reflecting national and local priorities, including the strategic direction of the Trust and the Directorate of General Surgery.
Applicants are expected to possess Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons and be on the GMC Specialist Register at the time of taking up the post.
Essential qualities include excellent team working skills, a flexible approach to service delivery and improvement, and a critical, enquiring mindset.
About us
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One Team One Trust - We are committed to putting people first, providing accessible services, and fostering a culture of respect, fairness, and civility. We support research, innovation, and address inequalities. Our benefits include a Fitness Centre, libraries, chaplaincy support, and childcare assistance. The Trust employs around 8,300 staff serving a community of approximately 430,000 residents, extending to 860,000 for specialized services. We promote a positive working environment and support flexible working policies.
The Trust explicitly states it will not accept applications generated by AI.
Job responsibilities
The post involves joining a team of 18 Surgeons, providing emergency care, and possessing specialist skills in Lower GI and colorectal cancer surgery. Emergency duties are on a 1:6 basis, including 24-hour on-call and 12-hour day/night shifts at two hospitals.
The role requires flexibility to manage both elective and emergency care across sites, including theatre sessions, colorectal MDT meetings, endoscopy, and outpatient clinics.
Responsibilities include strategic and operational coordination of General Surgery services, aligned with national and local priorities. Refer to the attached job description for full details.
Person Specification
Teaching and Education
* Experience supervising junior staff
* Participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
* Ability to teach clinical, technical, and practical skills
* Qualification in medical education
Personal Attributes
* Alignment with Trust core values
* Flexibility and commitment to service development
* Effective communication skills
* Understanding of Good Medical Practice principles
* Teamwork and critical thinking skills
* Commitment to Continuing Medical Education (CME)
* Desire for service development and skill acquisition
Qualifications
* Primary medical qualification
* Full GMC registration
* FRCS
* Entry onto GMC Specialist Register or eligibility within six months (flexible with approval)
* Post CCT
* Higher degree
* Postgraduate Certificate in surgical field
Audit and Research
* Ability to apply research to practice
* Involvement in quality improvement
* Experience in multidisciplinary audit and clinical research
* Published research papers
Specialist Skills
* Emergency General Surgery management competence
* Laparoscopic skills, including colorectal procedures (level 4)
* Colonoscopy with JAG accreditation
* Good interpersonal and communication skills
* Research project development and training experience
* Research methodology knowledge
* Subspecialty interest
Experience
* Surgical training with CCT in colorectal surgery or equivalent
* Independent performance in Emergency General Surgery and elective colorectal resections
* Current professional development
* Understanding of NHS, clinical governance, and resource management
* Organizational and management skills
* Experience in training and management courses
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to DBS checks in accordance with legal requirements.
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
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