Job summary The appointment is to commence ASAP for a fixed term period of 12 months from the date of commencement. FRCS (Plast), FEBOPRAS or overseas equivalent is essential. The post does not award a National Training Number. As this post is not recognised as a 'training post', full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise is required, and if the appointee does not hold right of residence in the UK sponsorship will be required. The duties of this post are appropriate to an individual holding a Certificate of Completion of Training or quite close to this stage (ST6). Main duties of the job Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan. About us These are the values that all staff at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are expected to demonstrate in all that they do. P atients First - Ensure that the people we serve are at the heart of what we do R espectful - Be kind, respectful, fair and value diversity O wnership - Celebrate our successes, learn continuously and ensure we improve U nity - Work in partnership with others D eliver - Be efficient, effective and accountable for our actions For further details of our services and organisational structure, including our Board of Directors, and our future plans please visitwww.sth.nhs.uk/about-us Date posted 03 March 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £70,425 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 190-STH-25-018 Job locations Northern General Hospital Sheffield S5 7AU Job description Job responsibilities The duties of this post are equivalent to a Specialty Trainee ST6 and full details are listed in the Job Description document. Job description Job responsibilities The duties of this post are equivalent to a Specialty Trainee ST6 and full details are listed in the Job Description document. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a licence to practise Basic Medical Degree Postgraduate professional qualifications: FRCS (Plast) or equivalent Desirable On the specialist registry for plastic surgery Clinical Experience Essential Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent). Minimum of 4 years of plastic surgery training at a registrar level (ST6 ) or equivalent. Experience in microsurgery: preparation of recipient vessels, microanastomoses and management of free flaps Breast reconstruction and breast symmetrising procedures. Desirable Can independently raise free flaps and perform micro-anastomosis Research Essential Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate/Basic understanding of research methods and statistics Desirable Publications in Peer reviewed journals. Teaching and Training Essential Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors Leading teaching programs for trainees CPD Essential Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months Desirable Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio Management and Administration Essential Rota management experience Personal Attributes Essential Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix) Good written communication skills The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013). Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a licence to practise Basic Medical Degree Postgraduate professional qualifications: FRCS (Plast) or equivalent Desirable On the specialist registry for plastic surgery Clinical Experience Essential Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent). Minimum of 4 years of plastic surgery training at a registrar level (ST6 ) or equivalent. Experience in microsurgery: preparation of recipient vessels, microanastomoses and management of free flaps Breast reconstruction and breast symmetrising procedures. Desirable Can independently raise free flaps and perform micro-anastomosis Research Essential Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate/Basic understanding of research methods and statistics Desirable Publications in Peer reviewed journals. Teaching and Training Essential Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors Leading teaching programs for trainees CPD Essential Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months Desirable Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio Management and Administration Essential Rota management experience Personal Attributes Essential Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix) Good written communication skills The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013). 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 Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Northern General Hospital Sheffield S5 7AU Employer's website https://www.sth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)