The Breast Unit maintains an active research programme, recruiting patients to NIHR portfolio trials as well as running novel research projects and clinical trials collaborating with The University of Kent at Canterbury, Imperial College London and Warwick Clinical Trials Unit. The 5 substantive breast consultants offer a full repertoire of breast procedures including advanced breast conservation and reconstructive breast surgery. The time commitment will be approximately 10 PAs per week, made up of 8.5 DPAs and 1.5 SPAs. SPA time can be used for activities supporting research, professional development, and the service, which include teaching, audit, mandatory training and additional responsibilities.