Job summary
This is 12 month fixed term Consultant post in Medical or Clinical Oncology based at Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust, with occasional duties at Kettering General Hospital as part of the wider University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) NHS Group.
The post offers the opportunity to specialise in one or more tumour sites including Breast, Lung and Thoracic, Lower Gastrointestinal, Gynaecological, Urological, Lymphoma, Germ Cell, GIST, Sarcoma, Cancers of Unknown Primary (CUP), and Acute Oncology within a fully integrated, multidisciplinary service.
The department encourages active involvement in advanced treatment techniques, service development, research, clinical trials, and education, with access to modern facilities including state-of-the-art radiotherapy, systemic anti-cancer therapy suites, and support from expanded clinical roles such as Consultant Radiographers, Pharmacists, and Nurse Specialists.
It is essential that the post-holder:
* Holds the MRCP (UK) or an equivalent qualification.
This post represents an excellent opportunity for a motivated consultant to develop a specialist portfolio, contribute to service innovation, and participate in academic and clinical leadership within a supportive, forward-looking oncology service.
Candidates on the GMC specialist register could be considered for upcoming substantive Consultant positions.
Main duties of the job
The post is initially structured as 10 Programmed Activities (PAs):
* 8.5 PAs for Direct Clinical Care (DCC)
* 1.5 PAs for Supporting Professional Activities (SPA)
* 1 in 12 on-call commitments
The timetable is provided as a broad outline; the final schedule will be agreed with the post-holder on appointment. As the service grows, the post-holder will be expected to work flexibly in line with the new Consultant Contract, adapting to the evolving needs of the department.
Most consultants dedicate 1.5 PAs to SPA, supporting activities such as revalidation, appraisal, audit, CPD, mortality and morbidity meetings, and mandatory training. Additional opportunities include Clinical Lead roles, departmental initiatives, and serving as a Clinical Supervisor for trainees. SPA allocation and remuneration will be adjusted appropriately.
About us
Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values
Compassion
Accountability
Respect
Integrity
Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.
The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.
We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.
Details
Date posted
11 November 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£109,725 to £145,478 a year Per annum / pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
265-7555585-CSS
Job locations
NGH
Cliftonville
Northampton
NN1 5BD
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details on this role. Please also see the attached Recruitment Pack for a guide to working at UHN.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training Essential
* Full GMC registration with licence to practise
* Holds the MRCP (UK) or an equivalent qualification
Desirable
* MD, PhD or other higher degree
* Education / Medical Education Qualification (preferably at Masters level)
* Oncology Sub‑specialist accreditation or equivalent.
* Completion of Specialty Training (CST or equivalent) or within 6 months of achieving it in relevant specialty
Teaching / Audit & QI Essential
* Experience of Audit and Quality Improvement
* Experience of Teaching Junior Staff
* Experience of Undergraduate Teaching
Desirable
* Experience in Curriculum development and delivery
Management Experience Essential
* Effective Team worker, valuing the experience and contributing
* Demonstrable Team Leadership skills and experience
Desirable
* Understanding and experience of delivering organisational change
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
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