Overview
University Hospitals Bristol NHS Trust has an exciting opportunity for a full time Locum Consultant based in the Department of Paediatric Surgery at the Bristol Royal Hospital for Children. The successful applicant will join an established team of Consultants working in paediatric surgery who work flexibly to include both specialist interests and a work-life balance.
Responsibilities
This is a Locum 4-month full-time post within the Department of Paediatric Surgery at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children. The successful candidate would be expected to offer a full-time commitment to elective paediatric surgery, together with a commitment to emergency surgery admissions on a 1:9 basis. The job will be paid at 10 PAs per week. This 4-month locum position is to support service delivery and elective recovery for the General Surgery and Urology department at Bristol Royal Children\'s Hospital.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is a large acute Trust with a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 clinical services across 10 sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as \'Good\' overall. As an equal opportunities employer, we aim to recruit a diverse workforce and design services around the needs of individual patients. Anonymous information from applications may be used to ensure we meet our pledge.
Details
* Date posted: 27 March 2026
* Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
* Grade: Consultant
* Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year pa pro rata
* Contract: Fixed term
* Duration: 4 months
* Working pattern: Full-time
* Reference number: 387-WC1707-DF
* Job locations: Bristol Royal Hospital for Children, Bristol, BS2 8BJ
Job description
Please see the attached job description and person specification for further details of this position.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
* Full and specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC)
* Or eligible for specialist registration within six months of interview
* Or holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or evidence of within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview
* FRCS (Paed Surg) or equivalent
* Recognised period of specialist training in paediatric surgery, APLS provider or equivalent
Desirable qualifications
* Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent
* *Locum candidates do not need specialist registration
Experience
Essential
* Evidence of thorough and broad Paediatric Surgical training and experience
* Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
Desirable
* Evidence of a special interest and expertise in Oncology
Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Essential
* Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
* Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
Desirable
* Broad range of IT skills
Clinical Governance and Audit
Essential
* Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
* Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
* Positive approach to evidence based practice
* Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation
Research
Essential
* Knowledge of the principles involved in research
* Evidence of involvement in clinical and/or basic science research
* Evidence of peer reviewed publications in paediatric surgery research papers
Desirable
* Ability to increase the academic profile of the department
* Proven track record in research and willingness to participate in research as a Consultant
Teaching and Training
Essential
* Experience of teaching medical students
* Experience of supervising trainees
* Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
* Formal teaching qualification
Management & Leadership
Essential
* Evidence of management training and learning from it
* Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
* Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
* Ability to practice independently as a consultant
* Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
* Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
Desirable
* Knowledge of NHS management structures
* Management experience
Interpersonal, communication and team working skills
Essential
* Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues
* Good knowledge of and ability to use spoken and written English
* Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions
* Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff
* Ability to be a flexible team member
Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes
Essential
* Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
* Awareness of personal limitations
Desirable
* Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
Behaviours and Values
Essential
* Demonstrates the 4 Trust values
* Meets professional health requirements
* Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a disclosure check may be required.
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.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
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