Job Summary
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a dynamic and motivated Locum Consultant Gastroenterologist to join our team of consultant gastroenterologists and gastrointestinal surgeons to provide an integrated digestive diseases service across North Cumbria. The North Cumbria GI Service is a new, cohesive and integrated department, combining the services of gastroenterology and endoscopy, upper gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, colorectal, emergency GI surgery. The successful candidate will join a team of gastroenterologists supported by nurse specialists in IBD & hepatology across North Cumbria NHS Trust. Associated with the transformation of all our services across the Trust, and in conjunction with the introduction of our model for acute medical care, it is envisaged that future configurations will focus complex in‑patient work at the Carlisle site, and elective outpatient services (endoscopy and outpatient clinics) will be provided by all of the team across the Trust. Sub‑specialty interest will be encouraged where this contributes to and complements the department and Trusts' service needs.
While appointees will be appointed to a base unit, all members of the team will be expected to contribute to all aspects of the general gastroenterology service across the Trust.
Note: You must be on the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT in order to be eligible for appointment to this level of post.
About Us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding hospital and health services to half a million people. Established on 1st October 2019, the Trust is creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout North Cumbria and beyond. We’re responsible for delivering over 70 services across 15 main locations and we employ more than 6,500 members of staff. Our five key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of “safe, high quality care every time”.
* Being a clinically led organisation
* Quality and safety at the heart
* A positive patient experience every time
* A great place to work
* Managing our money well
As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.
Details
* Date posted: 14 November 2025
* Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
* Grade: Consultant
* Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum
* Contract: Fixed term
* Duration: 12 months
* Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time, Flexible working
* Reference number: 262‑A‑25‑7233905‑B
* Job locations: Cumberland Infirmary & West Cumberland Hospital, Carlisle, CA2 7HY
Job Responsibilities
* The on‑call commitment includes out of hours GI bleed cover.
* The standard job plan attracts 10‑12 PA’s.
* Relocation assistance of up to £4,000 may be available for successful applicants moving to the region.
* Please see full job description and personal specification for details.
Person Specification
Essential
* MBBS, MBChB or equivalent
* Full GMC or GDC registration
* Royal College Membership
* Consultant, SAS Doctor or General Practitioner
Desirable
* Management Qualification or an equivalent portfolio of evidence
* CCT or equivalent
* On the GMC Specialist Register
Additional Information
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.
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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer Details
* Employer name: North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
* Address: Cumberland Infirmary & West Cumberland Hospital, Carlisle, CA2 7HY
* Employer's website: https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/
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