Job summary The post is a 12 month fixed term contract in Colorectal/ General Surgery with special interest in abdominal wall reconstruction. Are you a skilled Colorectal Surgeon looking to make a real impact in patient care? This is your chance to join our dynamic team at Peterborough City Hospital on a 12-month fixed-term contract that promises both challenge and fulfilment. Why Choose Us? o Be part of an innovative Colorectal/General Surgery department dedicated to high-quality care. o Enjoy a supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development. o Collaborate with passionate colleagues who share your commitment to improving healthcare services. o Experience cross-site working at Hinchingbrooke Hospital, broadening your expertise and impact. This role includes an on-call commitment of 1 in 10, ensuring you can focus on providing exceptional care without the distractions of elective activities while on call. If you hold GMC Registration, possess relevant clinical and surgical experience in colorectal and general surgery, and are eager to mentor junior medical staff, we want to hear from you Main duties of the job As a Colorectal Surgeon, you will have a range of responsibilities, including: o Full clinical responsibility for colorectal and general surgical patients. o Promoting the further development of colorectal surgical services. o Supporting the development of clinical governance and using audit findings to enhance the quality of treatment and minimize clinical risk. o Collaborating with colleagues to achieve the collective goals of the department. o Developing innovative working practices and supporting the growing clinical contributions of non-medical staff. o Supervising and managing junior medical staff. o Assisting in the teaching and training of junior staff and contributing to postgraduate medical education. o Work with the Clinical Directorate management team to ensure that national targets and quality standards are met. About us We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area. In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community. Date posted 18 March 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 1 years Working pattern Full-time Reference number 176-S-HE-7065469 Job locations Peterborough City Hospital Bretton Gate Peterborough PE3 9GZ Job description Job responsibilities Jobplan The job plan will be based on a 10 PA elective working week as per a representative timetable below: Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday am Clinic 1 PA Theatre 1 PA Ward round PA Clinic 1 PA Theatre 1PA pm Admin 1 PA Theatre 1 PA Clinic1 PA Off SPA 1.5 PA On-Call The on call commitment is 1 in 10. No elective activity is undertaken whilst on call or for the post take ward round the following morning. Job description Job responsibilities Jobplan The job plan will be based on a 10 PA elective working week as per a representative timetable below: Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday am Clinic 1 PA Theatre 1 PA Ward round PA Clinic 1 PA Theatre 1PA pm Admin 1 PA Theatre 1 PA Clinic1 PA Off SPA 1.5 PA On-Call The on call commitment is 1 in 10. No elective activity is undertaken whilst on call or for the post take ward round the following morning. Person Specification Education/Qualification Essential Entry on GMC Specialist Register Desirable Post Graduate thesis Leadership/Management Skills Essential Interest in research and service development Desirable Communication skills training Academic Achievements (including research and publications) Essential Publication of post graduate articles in peer reviewed journal Desirable Experience of NIHR Portfolio trials Teaching and Training Essential Experience in training Resident doctors Knowledge/Skills/Clinical Expertise Essential Demonstration of specialist knowledge and skills in complex pelvic cancer surgery Demonstration of specialist knowledge and skills in complex abdominal wall reconstruction Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the clinical management of Emergency General Surgery patients Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the clinical management of Colorectal patients Able to offer expert advice on the management of Colorectal problems Person Specification Education/Qualification Essential Entry on GMC Specialist Register Desirable Post Graduate thesis Leadership/Management Skills Essential Interest in research and service development Desirable Communication skills training Academic Achievements (including research and publications) Essential Publication of post graduate articles in peer reviewed journal Desirable Experience of NIHR Portfolio trials Teaching and Training Essential Experience in training Resident doctors Knowledge/Skills/Clinical Expertise Essential Demonstration of specialist knowledge and skills in complex pelvic cancer surgery Demonstration of specialist knowledge and skills in complex abdominal wall reconstruction Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the clinical management of Emergency General Surgery patients Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the clinical management of Colorectal patients Able to offer expert advice on the management of Colorectal problems 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 (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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 (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust Address Peterborough City Hospital Bretton Gate Peterborough PE3 9GZ Employer's website https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)