Employer University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Bristol Royal Hospital for Children Town Bristol Salary £113,565 - £150,569 pa pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 10/06/2026 23:59
Locum Consultant Paediatric Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon
NHS Medical & Dental: Locum Consultant
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Job overview
Locum Consultant Paediatric Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon (9 Months)
Bristol Royal Hospital for Children are recruiting an outstanding a 9-month Locum Consultant Paediatric Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon to join one of the UK’s most progressive children’s hospitals. This is your opportunity to take on a high impact consultant role at the forefront of paediatric spinal surgery.
We are looking for a surgeon who brings clinical excellence, leadership, and a drive to innovate. In return, you’ll find a hospital that invests in its people, champions research, and empowers consultants to shape the services of tomorrow.
Main duties of the job
You will manage a diverse and stimulating caseload from scoliosis, complex deformity to neuromuscular conditions supported by advanced surgical technologies and a passionate multidisciplinary team.
You will play a key role in delivering outstanding, family centred care, contributing to service development, and supporting the training of junior doctors and the wider MDT. The successful candidate will join a collaborative department committed to excellence in paediatric orthopaedic spine
Person specification
Qualifications & Training
* Full and specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) or
* Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)
* FRCS (Tr & Orth) or equivalent
* Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent
Experience
* Evidence of thorough and broad Paediatric Spine Surgical training and experience
* Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
* 7D Navigation
* Experience delivering efficient paediatric spinal deformity services
Clinical Knowledge and Skills
* Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
* Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
* Broad range of IT skills
Clinical Governance and Audit
* 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
* 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
* 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
* Experience of teaching medical students.
* Experience of supervising trainees.
* Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team
* Evidence of management training and evidence of 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
* Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures
Interpersonal, communication and team working skills
* 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 and queries
* Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
* Ability to be a flexible team member
Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes
* Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
* Awareness of personal limitations
* Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
Other
* Demonstrates the 4 Trust values
* Meets professional health requirements
* Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role.
Benefits
* Invests in staff professional development and well‑being
* Fosters a culture of research and innovation
* Supports flexible working arrangements
* Commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
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