Job summary

Are you interested in Head and Neck, and Thoracic, surgery?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Nurse to join the team on Ward A700, at the Bristol Royal Infirmary, for 12 months.

A700 is a 26 bedded in-patient ward specialising in Head and Neck and Thoracic surgery, both elective and emergency. You will be part of a team that is committed to providing high quality, safe and compassionate care. You will be supported to develop specialist clinical skills including airway management, intercostal catheter management and complex analgesic techniques.

Main duties of the job

Your duties will include;

Working cohesively with all members of the ward, and multidisciplinary, team.

Taking charge of the clinical needs of a group of defined patients, prioritising workload as clinical needs change.

Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care from admission to timely transfer or discharge.

Delegating tasks to a range of team members.

Maintaining accurate and timely nursing documentation in line with the Trust standard.

Promoting and maintaining a safe environment.

Acting as a professional role model, setting standard of practice and promoting clinical effectiveness.

Participating in audit, and the education of others including students and unregistered members of the nursing team.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit andretaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.

Job summary

Job Summary

The General Surgery Department at Weston General Hospital is seeking a motivated ST3+ level Clinical Fellow to join our team in delivering high quality surgical care to the adult population of Weston super Mare and the wider North Somerset area.

This is a two year fixed term post to help support applying for formal surgical training programmes, offering excellent clinical exposure, supervision, and development opportunities within a supportive department. The contract will not be extended following completion of the 2 year fixed term contract.

Department Information

The department provides a comprehensive general surgery service, including SDEC, elective day-case surgery, and endoscopy. There are strong working relationships with sub-specialist teams across the Bristol hospitals, including Hepatobiliary and Oesophagogastric, Breast, and Vascular Surgery.

The consultant body comprises of six substantive consultants, one locum consultant and two specialist surgeons, providing close supervision, mentorship, and support.

Main duties of the job

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The post holder will:

• Contribute to the delivery of emergency and elective general surgical services
• Participate in the General Surgery on-call rota (1:9 full-shift pattern, including non-resident night shifts)
• Support Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) pathways
• Participate in elective day-case surgery (benign Upper GI and colorectal)
• Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Engage in teaching, audit, and quality improvement activities
• Maintain high standards of clinical governance and patient safety

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit andretaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.

Details

Date posted

28 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£67,325 to £77,348 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

387-WD7199BKS

Job locations

Weston General Hospital

Weston-super-Mare

BS23 2ED

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Training and Development Posts are structured to support progression comparable to doctors in formal training programmes Each appointee will be allocated an Educational Supervisor Regular appraisals and progress reviews will be conducted Ample opportunities exist to achieve core surgical competencies Teaching opportunities are available at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including with University of Bristol medical studentsOn Call Commitment 1:9 full shift rota Day and night shifts includedFlexible WorkingFlexible working arrangements may be considered for suitable candidates, reflecting the departments progressive approach to workforce planning.Person Specification (Essential) MBBS or equivalent medical qualification GMC registration Evidence of equivalent Foundation training experience Demonstrable NHS experience Interest in pursuing a career in surgery Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team Excellent communication and organisational skills

Job description Job responsibilities Training and Development Posts are structured to support progression comparable to doctors in formal training programmes Each appointee will be allocated an Educational Supervisor Regular appraisals and progress reviews will be conducted Ample opportunities exist to achieve core surgical competencies Teaching opportunities are available at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including with University of Bristol medical studentsOn Call Commitment 1:9 full shift rota Day and night shifts includedFlexible WorkingFlexible working arrangements may be considered for suitable candidates, reflecting the departments progressive approach to workforce planning.Person Specification (Essential) MBBS or equivalent medical qualification GMC registration Evidence of equivalent Foundation training experience Demonstrable NHS experience Interest in pursuing a career in surgery Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team Excellent communication and organisational skills

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years Core Training level experience (or equivalent) in Surgery.
• Experience managing general surgical patients
• Experience of prescribing medication safely and understanding common side effects.
• Experience working within emergency surgical services
• Understanding of audit and governance processes.
• Ability to assess and manage acutely unwell patients

Desirable

• Previous experience in Emergency Medicine.
• Experience undertaking quality improvement or research projects

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to organise and prioritise workload.
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Critical approach to clinical practice.
• Demonstrates initiative
• Ability to gain confidence of staff and patients
• Willingness to undertake additional clinical duties when required.
• Good clinical judgement
• Ability to participate in on-call duties

Desirable

• Experience supervising junior medical staff

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Full GMC Registration with licence to practise.
• Minimum CT2 equivalent surgical experience
• Part II MRCS2
• ATLS
• Basic Surgical Skills Course
• cCrISP Course

Desirable

• Higher level degrees
• Train the trainers
• FRCS

Additional and Aptitudes

Essential

• IT literacy including Microsoft Office applications.
• Integrity and professionalism
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to prioritise workload and make timely decisions
• Fluent English speaker

Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential Minimum 2 years Core Training level experience (or equivalent) in Surgery. Experience managing general surgical patients Experience of prescribing medication safely and understanding common side effects. Experience working within emergency surgical services Understanding of audit and governance processes. Ability to assess and manage acutely unwell patients Desirable Previous experience in Emergency Medicine. Experience undertaking quality improvement or research projects Skills and Abilities Essential Ability to organise and prioritise workload. Excellent communication skills Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team Flexibility and adaptability Critical approach to clinical practice. Demonstrates initiative Ability to gain confidence of staff and patients Willingness to undertake additional clinical duties when required. Good clinical judgement Ability to participate in on-call duties Desirable Experience supervising junior medical staff Qualifications and Training Essential Full GMC Registration with licence to practise. Minimum CT2 equivalent surgical experience Part II MRCS2 ATLS Basic Surgical Skills Course cCrISP Course Desirable Higher level degrees Train the trainers FRCS Additional and Aptitudes Essential IT literacy including Microsoft Office applications. Integrity and professionalism Strong communication skills Ability to prioritise workload and make timely decisions Fluent English speaker

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Weston General Hospital

Weston-super-Mare

BS23 2ED

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Weston General Hospital

Weston-super-Mare

BS23 2ED

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Consultant Post in General Paediatrics and High Dependency Care

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children (BRHC) is looking for an enthusiastic colleague to join the departments of General Paediatrics and High Dependency Care. We are offering a 7 PA substantive post. This post will support the critical care team in the management of patients across our 3 HDU areas (Cardiac, Surgical and Medical). The successful candidate will also deliver routine general paediatric outpatient clinics and 2nd on morning shifts for the acute paediatric team. Applicants should have a CCT in General Paediatrics with HDU SPIN or equivalent, or be within 12 months of achieving this at the date of interview, or be listed on the GMC's specialist register.

Main duties of the job

The BRHC is the paediatric major trauma centre for the South West region and is the only dedicated hospital for children in the South West of England. Bristol was voted best place to live in the UK in 2017 by the Sunday Times. It is a vibrant city with easy access to the countryside and coast of the Southwest of England and South Wales. University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust is rated Outstanding by the CQC. As one of the largest acute Trusts in the country and the major teaching and research centre for the South West, we have over 13,000 staff, over 100 different clinical services. Together we support the delivery of excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Bristol NHS Foundation Trust is an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit andretaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.

Details

Date posted

25 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

387-WC3427-MP

Job locations

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Bristol

BS2 8EG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for further details of this position.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached job description and person specification for further details of this position.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Full and specialist registration General Medical Council (GMC) Or
• Within 12 months of obtaining expected CCT date at time of interview

Desirable

• Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in general paeds and safeguarding
• Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision

Desirable

• HDU SPIN
• Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust's service strategy

Clinical Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
• Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
• Skills in acute paediatric assessment and management, and delivery of outpatient general paediatric care

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
• Evidence of recent and regular engagement with continuing professional development (CPD) scheme

Research

Essential

• Knowledge of the principles involved in research
• Evidence of involvement in research

Desirable

• Additional academic experience and qualifications e.g. PhD
• Evidence of publication of peer reviewed academic papers

Teaching and Training

Essential

• Experience of teaching medical students and AHP's
• Experience of supervising trainees
• Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• Formal teaching/ education qualification.
• Educational Supervisor training completed

Management & Leadership

Essential

• 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

Desirable

• Evidence of management/leadership experience and/or qualifications and courses

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 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

Essential

• Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
• Awareness of personal limitations

Desirable

• Additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
• Trained as a Consultant Appraiser

Other

Essential

• Meets professional health requirements
• Agreement to travel to and work in other Bristol NHS Foundation Trust sites necessitated by the role

Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential Full and specialist registration General Medical Council (GMC) Or Within 12 months of obtaining expected CCT date at time of interview Desirable Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent Experience Essential Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in general paeds and safeguarding Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision Desirable HDU SPIN Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust's service strategy Clinical Knowledge and Skills Essential Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty Skills in acute paediatric assessment and management, and delivery of outpatient general paediatric care 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 Evidence of recent and regular engagement with continuing professional development (CPD) scheme Research Essential Knowledge of the principles involved in research Evidence of involvement in research Desirable Additional academic experience and qualifications e.g. PhD Evidence of publication of peer reviewed academic papers Teaching and Training Essential Experience of teaching medical students and AHP's Experience of supervising trainees Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team Desirable Formal teaching/ education qualification. Educational Supervisor training completed Management & Leadership Essential 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 Desirable Evidence of management/leadership experience and/or qualifications and courses 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 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 Essential Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances Awareness of personal limitations Desirable Additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels Trained as a Consultant Appraiser Other Essential Meets professional health requirements Agreement to travel to and work in other Bristol NHS Foundation Trust sites necessitated by the role

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Bristol

BS2 8EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children

Bristol

BS2 8EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are seeking a highly motivated, inspirational leader passionate about children's mental health. You will work jointly to manage our CAMHS crisis teams with our other Clinical Service Manager. Working hours are 22.5 hours to 30 hours per week.

Our passionate multi-disciplinary teams provide hospital assessment and intensive outreach to help prevent or reduce psychiatric admission for young people who live in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire:

• CAMHS Intensive Outreach Team (CIOT) based at Campbell House, Kingsdown, Bristol, BS6 5UB.
• Urgent Care and Treatment (UCAT) based at Weston General Hospital.

You will work closely with our acute hospital colleagues and the South West Provider Collaborative (inpatient provider), as well as forming close relationships with locality CAMHS. This role also involves working closely with our partners in child health, social care and the voluntary sector to continue to deliver effective services that make a difference.

Candidates must have appropriate clinical qualification and professional registration. The right candidate will put young people at the heart of the service, will possess good problem-solving skills and have the ability to achieve results through collaboration with staff, young people, families and partner agencies.

If you are looking to join a progressive team with an open, compassionate management and leadership style we would like to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

To be responsible for the leadership and delivery of the CAMHS Intensive Outreach Team (CIOT) andUrgent Care and Treatment (UCAT) teamswhich wok with children and young people across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG). Please note the post holder will be required to travel across BNSSG across both bases and multiple other sites in the area.

CIOT is a combined team of AWP and Off The Record staff working to an agreed set of aims and objectives. This role requires close collaboration with a range of partner services to ensure seamless delivery of care across the pathway of services, particularly social care, acute hospitals and alongside adult services. Please note that CIOT works 24/7 and although this post is predominantly Monday to Friday there may be occasions when working outside of these hours is required.

About us

We are the lead provider of healthcare for people with serious mental illness, learning disabilities and autism across Bath and North East Somerset (BaNES), Swindon and Wiltshire, and Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.

We aim to provide High Quality, Compassionate Care everywhere, every day. This means our services will be safe, clinically effective and provide a positive all round experience for our patients, families and carers. And we believe passionately in treating everyone with kindness, respect and empathy.

Key to this is providing a supportive and safe environment for our 4,000 staff where we all feel welcome and able to do the best we can for those we support. Our staff and teams work incredibly hard delivering services across more than 90 locations, covering 2,200miles, to more than 1.8million people.

At AWP we actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds; we are particularly keen to encourage applications from people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities and from the LGBTQ+ community. We want people to bring their unique blend of experiences, backgrounds, perspectives and knowledge to AWP, as diversity makes us stronger.

Details

Date posted

25 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

342-CAMHS067-0926

Job locations

Campbell House

Montague Place

Bristol

BS6 5UB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The CIOT and UCAT teams has two main functions:

1. Hospital assessment and follow-up:

CIOT and UCAT offers assessment of all under 18s, including those who are not normally resident in Bristol or South Gloucestershire, who present at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston (UHBW) and North Bristol Trust (NBT) hospitals in crisis with self-injurious behaviours, suicidal ideation or psychosis as part of a mental health presentation

2. Intensive Outreach:

CIOT and UCAT offers an intensive outreach package of care to young people and their families/carers open to locality CAMHS who are in crisis, at high risk of harm to themselves, at risk of Tier 4 admission and/or struggling to access and engage with locality CAMHS. The aim is to offer a short term crises intervention to try and prevent further escalations in risk, offer a period of stabilisation to the young person and their network and prevent a Tier 4 admission.

Intensive outreach may also be offered, where clinically appropriate, to support step downs from Tier 4 units. We will aim to offer in-reach work alongside locality to maintain relationships with young people and assist with care plans at the point of discharge.

Current additional function:

Access Assessments (as inpatient unit currently closed): to triage Tier 4 inpatient referrals and provide face-to-face assessment if appropriate to determine if and what type of admission is required.

Job description Job responsibilities The CIOT and UCAT teams has two main functions: 1. Hospital assessment and follow-up: CIOT and UCAT offers assessment of all under 18s, including those who are not normally resident in Bristol or South Gloucestershire, who present at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston (UHBW) and North Bristol Trust (NBT) hospitals in crisis with self-injurious behaviours, suicidal ideation or psychosis as part of a mental health presentation 2. Intensive Outreach: CIOT and UCAT offers an intensive outreach package of care to young people and their families/carers open to locality CAMHS who are in crisis, at high risk of harm to themselves, at risk of Tier 4 admission and/or struggling to access and engage with locality CAMHS. The aim is to offer a short term crises intervention to try and prevent further escalations in risk, offer a period of stabilisation to the young person and their network and prevent a Tier 4 admission. Intensive outreach may also be offered, where clinically appropriate, to support step downs from Tier 4 units. We will aim to offer in-reach work alongside locality to maintain relationships with young people and assist with care plans at the point of discharge. Current additional function: Access Assessments (as inpatient unit currently closed): to triage Tier 4 inpatient referrals and provide face-to-face assessment if appropriate to determine if and what type of admission is required.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• oRelevant professional qualification (eg clinical psychology, mental health nursing, social work, family therapy)
• Maintenance of appropriate professional registration (ie HCPC, UKCP, NMC)

Desirable

• Additional training in leadership
• Post qualification and further specialist training in specified specialist intervention
• Experience of managing CAMHS service

Experience

Essential

• Experience of risk assessment and management appropriate to children and young people, including young people who are suicidal and present a risk to self and/or others.
• Demonstrates a clear understanding of the operational and strategic issues involved in managing services, budgets and people.
• Experience of working with and maintaining successful relationships with external agencies
• Experience of implementing new ways of working and procedures and successfully managing change
• High-level analytical and innovative problem-solving skills

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work with children, young people and families from a wide range of social, cultural and minority ethnic backgrounds.
• Ability to work autonomously, and organise and prioritise workload dependent on demand
• Able to work collaboratively with partner agencies and maintain good working relationships.
• Strong people management skills and ability to deliver personably
• Politically astute, with tact, diplomacy and sense of humour

Person Specification Qualification Essential oRelevant professional qualification (eg clinical psychology, mental health nursing, social work, family therapy) Maintenance of appropriate professional registration (ie HCPC, UKCP, NMC) Desirable Additional training in leadership Post qualification and further specialist training in specified specialist intervention Experience of managing CAMHS service Experience Essential Experience of risk assessment and management appropriate to children and young people, including young people who are suicidal and present a risk to self and/or others. Demonstrates a clear understanding of the operational and strategic issues involved in managing services, budgets and people. Experience of working with and maintaining successful relationships with external agencies Experience of implementing new ways of working and procedures and successfully managing change High-level analytical and innovative problem-solving skills Skills Essential Ability to work with children, young people and families from a wide range of social, cultural and minority ethnic backgrounds. Ability to work autonomously, and organise and prioritise workload dependent on demand Able to work collaboratively with partner agencies and maintain good working relationships. Strong people management skills and ability to deliver personably Politically astute, with tact, diplomacy and sense of humour

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

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Campbell House

Montague Place

Bristol

BS6 5UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Campbell House

Montague Place

Bristol

BS6 5UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

The post holder will work with the Theatre manager and multidisciplinary team members in monitoring and maintaining policies, standards of nursing/HCPC care and staff development, as part of the perioperative team.The post holder will be anaesthetic and scrub trained and will be expected to work across Main Theatres, Surgical DCU, DCU Ward and the Theatre Receiving Unit as needed.As a Band 5 nurse/ODP you should act as a role model, showing evidence of the specialist skills and knowledge that will enable you to deliver prescribed treatment and care for patients in an individual and sensitive manner.

Main duties of the job

o In partnership with other professionals and disciplines, develop measurable patient care plans/goals. The process should include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care from admission to timely transfer or discharge.o Take charge of the clinical needs of a group of defined patients on the ward /department prioritising workload according to changing clinical need over a 24 period.o Work towards regularly taking charge of the ward/department on occasion prioritising workload according to changing clinical need over a 24 period.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.

With an annual turnover of 2.6 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom.

Chaired by Ingrid Barker and led by Maria Kane as Chief Executive, Bristol NHS Foundation Trust aims to transform the way healthcare is delivered locally with a clear focus on making a difference for what we call our Four Ps:

• Better outcomes for ourPatients
• More opportunities for our People
• Fairer more consistent care for ourPopulation
• Best Value for Public Purse

Our vision for five years from now:

• Patients will wait less time to be diagnosed and treated, and they will have the same high-quality experience and outcomes, regardless of who they are or where they live.
• We will meet rising demand by maximising the use of our available resources.
• More care will be delivered nearer to patients, in their homes or the community.
• Digital technologies will have transformed the way we work and the way we deliver care.
• Our people will feel engaged, energised and empowered by their work.
• We will be known as a place where people enjoy working, training and building a career.
• Our volume of globally renowned research and innovation will have grown significantly.
• We will contribute to system financial balance

Details

Date posted

18 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

387-WD5463-JJ-A

Job locations

Weston Hospital

Grange Road,

Uphill

BS23 4TQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Administer medicines in accordance with Trust policy. Promote a clean environment and the prevention of hospital acquired infection Respond positively and act promptly to resolve problems/issues for patients/carers, utilising complaints procedures and PALs where appropriate. Identify record and report all incidents/complaints involving staff, patients and visitors in accordance with UHBW NHS Foundation Trust policies and assist in any investigations as required. Assist with the smooth running of the clinical area by carrying out other duties such as unpacking stores, tidying and cleaning up equipment. Ensure that the nursing/HCPC practice of the area comply with the Trusts nursing/HCPC policies and procedures. Demonstrate politeness, courtesy and sensitivity in providing compassionate care for patients, visitors/relatives and colleagues. Contribute towards sharing good practice within the ward/department and Trust wide. Promote a positive image of University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust at all times. Work cohesively with all members of the ward team and promote effective liaison with all members of the multi-disciplinary team in ensuring that the very best services to patients are provided at all times. Communicate effectively within the team, participate in motivating and supporting team members and maintain confidentiality with patients and

Job description Job responsibilities Administer medicines in accordance with Trust policy. Promote a clean environment and the prevention of hospital acquired infection Respond positively and act promptly to resolve problems/issues for patients/carers, utilising complaints procedures and PALs where appropriate. Identify record and report all incidents/complaints involving staff, patients and visitors in accordance with UHBW NHS Foundation Trust policies and assist in any investigations as required. Assist with the smooth running of the clinical area by carrying out other duties such as unpacking stores, tidying and cleaning up equipment. Ensure that the nursing/HCPC practice of the area comply with the Trusts nursing/HCPC policies and procedures. Demonstrate politeness, courtesy and sensitivity in providing compassionate care for patients, visitors/relatives and colleagues. Contribute towards sharing good practice within the ward/department and Trust wide. Promote a positive image of University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust at all times. Work cohesively with all members of the ward team and promote effective liaison with all members of the multi-disciplinary team in ensuring that the very best services to patients are provided at all times. Communicate effectively within the team, participate in motivating and supporting team members and maintain confidentiality with patients and

Person Specification

skills and experience

Essential

• Registered Nurse level 8 or C or C+G 752/ NVQ level 3 Operating Department Practitioner/ Dip HE in Operating Room Practice - E

Desirable

• Experience of taking charge of an individual theatre -

Person Specification skills and experience Essential Registered Nurse level 8 or C or C+G 752/ NVQ level 3 Operating Department Practitioner/ Dip HE in Operating Room Practice - E Desirable Experience of taking charge of an individual theatre -

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Weston Hospital

Grange Road,

Uphill

BS23 4TQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Weston Hospital

Grange Road,

Uphill

BS23 4TQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic, flexible and hard working individual to join the Dermatology Outpatients team at Bristol Royal Infirmary UHBW.

The successful applicant will be working within our Outpatients Clinic Coordinator Team.

The post holder will ensure all patients have appointments in a timely and efficient manner, and will be a point of contact for patients and staff for queries relating to a patients first appointment within the Dermatology department. They will manage bookings via our referral system, and in charge of referrals when directing a patients pathway.

This post holder will be a key part of the team, focusing on delivering quality patient care.

*Please be aware we may close this advert early due to high volumes of applications - thank you*

Main duties of the job

Communication:

• To support the triaging of referrals by liaising with key clinical staff
• Manage patient communications both via telephone and through Trust systems to create letters, emails and text reminders
• To act as a point of contact for queries from clinical and non-clinical staff
• Liaise with clinical and non-clinical teams across the Trust via telephone and email
• Escalate patient queries, capacity problems and general issues to the role's line manager or relevant clinical staff as appropriate
• Communicate changes to clinics and appointments to patients as instructed, often at short notice.

Patient Care:

• To show a caring and professional approach towards patients, relatives and carers. This may require acting with resilience to deal with sometimes distressed patients and relatives in a professional and empathetic manner

Organising and Planning:

• Implement the policy for patients who do not attend (DNA) their appointment
• To manage and monitor all outstanding appointment requests through the Trust's Patient Administration System (PAS) and escalate any issues immediately to your manager
• Ensure clinic lists are effectively utilised in discussion with the appropriate clinician and manager, and rebook any cancelled appointment slots
• Attend appropriate meetings as required by the role's line manager

About us

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different 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 and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact.

Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Job summary

YUNO Sexual Health is looking to appoint a motivated and kind Senior Health Care Support Worker to join our team.Great communication and interpersonal skills are essential and applicants should be able to be demonstrate the ability to be forward thinking and passionate about delivering a high standard of care. Previous sexual health experience is desirable, but not essential. You will be expected to be a responsive and conscientious professional that is able to work as part of the Multidisciplinary team.

YUNO Sexual Health covers Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucester. The hours required are mainly based within North Somerset, but flexibility is required and expected to work across the other YUNO Sexual Health sites.

The hours required are;

Monday 8.30-5.30 (8.5hrs)

Thursday 9.30-7.30 (9.5hrs)

Friday 8.30-5.30 (8.5hrs)

Saturday 9.00-1.00 (1 in 4 in the Bristol service)

As this is not a full-time position, sponsorship is not available

Main duties of the job

Chaperone patients having intimate procedures.

Venepuncture.

Processing patients samples and microscopy (preparing slides and reading them).

To carry out a range of clinical duties with minimal / no supervision, including blood pressure monitoring, body temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate and testing of urine samples, including pregnancy testing.

Providing assistance to the nursing team and wider MDT as required.

About us

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different 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 and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Job summary

Radiology provides services for CT, MRI, US, Nuclear Medicine, Plain film, Interventional Radiology and Fluoroscopy.

The Receptionist role is responsible for attending patient on arrival, making nursing staff aware if needed, checking patient details are correct, dealing with many queries face-to-face and over the phone, liaising with transport for patients plus helping patients with queries they have.

Radiology reception hours are between 8am-8pm on Monday-Friday and 8 am-7 pm on Saturday and Sunday.

You may be asked to work at one of our other sites across the Trust.

Main duties of the job

Interpersonal and communication skills

To liaise with wards, clinical staff, GPs and Trust support staff in person, via telephone and email as and when necessary.

To show a caring and professional approach towards patients and visitors when carrying out reception and appointment duties.

Escalate patient queries, capacity problems and general issues to the role's line manager or relevant clinical staff as appropriate.

Planning and coordination

To carry out associated clerical duties, for example maintaining accurate filing systems, receiving post, diary management and scanning patient notes if required.

To keep waiting areas tidy and patient information materials up to date.

To undertake the role's duties in the case of a major incident in your department (E.g. the ED Major Incident Process).

Attend appropriate meetings as required by the role's line manager.

About us

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different 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 and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Job summary

This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic, flexible and hard working individual to join the Respiratory Outpatients team at Bristol Royal Infirmary UHBW.

The successful applicant will be working within our Outpatients Clinic Coordinator Team.

The post holder will ensure all patients have appointments in a timely and efficient manner, and will be a point of contact for patients and staff for queries relating to a patients first appointment within the Respiratory department. They will manage bookings via our referral system, and in charge of referrals when directing a patients pathway.

This post holder will be a key part of the team, focusing on delivering quality patient care.

*Please be aware we may close this advert early due to high volumes of applications - thank you*

Main duties of the job

Communication:

• To support the triaging of referrals by liaising with key clinical staff
• Manage patient communications both via telephone and through Trust systems to create letters, emails and text reminders
• To act as a point of contact for queries from clinical and non-clinical staff
• Liaise with clinical and non-clinical teams across the Trust via telephone and email
• Escalate patient queries, capacity problems and general issues to the role's line manager or relevant clinical staff as appropriate
• Communicate changes to clinics and appointments to patients as instructed, often at short notice.

Patient Care:

• To show a caring and professional approach towards patients, relatives and carers. This may require acting with resilience to deal with sometimes distressed patients and relatives in a professional and empathetic manner

Organising and Planning:

• Implement the policy for patients who do not attend (DNA) their appointment
• To manage and monitor all outstanding appointment requests through the Trust's Patient Administration System (PAS) and escalate any issues immediately to your manager
• Ensure clinic lists are effectively utilised in discussion with the appropriate clinician and manager, and rebook any cancelled appointment slots
• Attend appropriate meetings as required by the role's line manager

About us

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different 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 and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact.

Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Job summary

The Tolsey Surgery sits at the heart of the beautiful Cotswold village of Sherston and aims to provide "first class healthcare on your doorstep". We are a dispensing practice who serve a rural community of 3300 patients.

The Surgery is situated within easy reach of Bath, Bristol and Swindon. We are a teaching and training practice who have strong links with the University of Bristol and the Severn Deanery. We are actively working alongside Wiltshire Council, Sherston Parish and the ICB to deliver a new surgery for the village. The Partners and the successful candidate will be a vital part of this exciting process.

As our current manager is having to relocate due to family reasons, we are seeking to appoint a warm, friendly and dedicated Practice Manager to oversee the daily operations of the surgery. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and have a background in human resources, financial management and healthcare services and be keen to work collaboratively with the Partners and our Primary Care Network

Main duties of the job

• Manage the day to day operations of the practice, ensuring efficiency and high-quality service is delivered.

About us

We are a small friendly team consisting of two GP partners, GP retainer, GP registrar, nursing team, reception/admin teams and dispensary team.

We also employ clinical pharmacists, paramedics and a living well team through our PCN. We are part of the North Wiltshire Border PCN which includes ourselves, Malmesbury Primary Care Centre, Purton Surgery, Cricklade Surgery, New Court Surgery and Tinkers Lane Surgery.

We can offer:

• A happy, supportive and dynamic work environment
• Free parking
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Flexible working hours
• NHS pension plan and generous holiday entitlement
• An opportunity to be involved in building a new health facility for the local population

Job summary

Applications are invited for the full time post of Locum Consultant in Emergency General Surgery with Biliary interest based within the Division of Surgery at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS FT.

This post will work across Weston, BRI and NBT sites including on call at 2 of the sites. It is a 6 months fixed term contract.

Main duties of the job

We are one of the UK's leading Upper GI centres with an international reputation for healthcare research. This post is designed to support the delivery of the specialist benign UGI and Emergency General Surgery service. It is expected that the successful appointee will have a particular interest in biliary.

The post-holder will also have responsibilities to develop and contribute to continuing education, professional development, audit and research within the Division and Trust.

Applicants must be on the GMC Specialist Register or equivalent or within 6 months of attaining Specialist Registration at the time of interview. Applications from candidates who, for personal reasons, are unable to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for this post.

About us

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different 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 and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Details

Date posted

15 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year DOE pa pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

387-S5493-AFR-D

Job locations

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Marlborough Street

Bristol

BS2 8HN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description please refer to the attached Job Description document.

Informal queries can be made by contacting Miss Katrina Butcher (Consultant Surgeon)

Job description Job responsibilities For a more detailed job description please refer to the attached Job Description document. Informal queries can be made by contacting Miss Katrina Butcher (Consultant Surgeon)

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Full and specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or eligible for specialist registration within six months of interview)
• Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or evidence of within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview
• Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons

Desirable

• Additional Postgraduate qualification
• Higher Degree (i.e. MD or PhD)
• JAG accreditation for Upper GI Endoscopy

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in general surgery.
• Two years of higher surgical training in benign Upper GI and EGS
• Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision

Desirable

• Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust's service strategy
• An ability to undertake upper GI endoscopy independently

Clinical Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty. Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to cancer service
• Ability to perform complex benign laparoscopic surgery

Desirable

• Broad range of IT skills
• Subspecialty interest encouraged

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.
• Experience of organising audit

Research

Essential

• Knowledge of the principles involved in research.
• Evidence of involvement in research.
• Evidence of peer review research papers

Desirable

• Ability to increase the academic profile of the department

Teaching and Training

Essential

• Experience of teaching medical students.
• Experience of supervising trainees
• Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical and surgical problems.

Desirable

• Formal teaching qualification

Management and Leadership

Essential

• 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.
• Ability to organise and manage outpatient priorities, surgical waiting lists and operating lists.

Desirable

• Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures
• Management experience
• Ability to manage and lead a specialist unit, surgical directorate and working parties as appropriate.
• Attendance at a management training course and evidence of learning from it.

Interpersonal communication and team working skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
• Able to demonstrate ability to work as part of a team and be able to integrate with the current consultant 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 requirements

Essential

• Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
• Awareness of personal limitations.
• Inquiring and critical approach to work.
• Caring attitude towards patients.
• Commitment to continuing medical education.
• Meets professional health requirements
• Must be able to meet on-call requirements.
• Evidence of entitlement to live and work in the UK
• Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role

Desirable

• Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels

Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential Full and specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or eligible for specialist registration within six months of interview) Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or evidence of within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons Desirable Additional Postgraduate qualification Higher Degree (i.e. MD or PhD) JAG accreditation for Upper GI Endoscopy Experience Essential Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in general surgery. Two years of higher surgical training in benign Upper GI and EGS Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision Desirable Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust's service strategy An ability to undertake upper GI endoscopy independently Clinical Knowledge and Skills Essential Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty. Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to cancer service Ability to perform complex benign laparoscopic surgery Desirable Broad range of IT skills Subspecialty interest encouraged 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. Experience of organising audit Research Essential Knowledge of the principles involved in research. Evidence of involvement in research. Evidence of peer review research papers Desirable Ability to increase the academic profile of the department Teaching and Training Essential Experience of teaching medical students. Experience of supervising trainees Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team. Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical and surgical problems. Desirable Formal teaching qualification Management and Leadership Essential 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. Ability to organise and manage outpatient priorities, surgical waiting lists and operating lists. Desirable Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures Management experience Ability to manage and lead a specialist unit, surgical directorate and working parties as appropriate. Attendance at a management training course and evidence of learning from it. Interpersonal communication and team working skills Essential Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues. Able to demonstrate ability to work as part of a team and be able to integrate with the current consultant 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 requirements Essential Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances Awareness of personal limitations. Inquiring and critical approach to work. Caring attitude towards patients. Commitment to continuing medical education. Meets professional health requirements Must be able to meet on-call requirements. Evidence of entitlement to live and work in the UK Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role Desirable Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Marlborough Street

Bristol

BS2 8HN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Marlborough Street

Bristol

BS2 8HN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Do you have excellent communication skills? Do you have great attention to detail? Can you work calmly under pressure whilst maintaining a high standard of accuracy?

We are seeking a friendly, professional, and welcoming patient-facing Ward Clerk to join our Central Delivery Suite team. In this role, you will provide high-quality administrative, clerical, and reception support.

A flexible approach to working hours is essential to meet the demands of the service and the team you are working within. This post is for a ward clerk who is able to work any combination of days, weekends and bank holiday shifts.

This permanent role offers 22 hours per week. There is scope to increase the working hours to 33 per week for an initial six-month period, following which a review will be undertaken to assess the feasibility of maintaining the increased hours on an ongoing basis.

Main duties of the job

Communication:

• To liaise with patients, clinical staff, GPs and Trust support staff in person, via telephone and email as and when necessary
• Show a caring and professional approach towards patients and visitors when carrying out all duties
• Escalate patient queries, capacity problems and general issues to the role's line manager or relevant clinical staff as appropriate

Patient Care:

• To welcome and assist patients, relatives and visitors on arrival to the ward and inform appropriate staff. This may require acting with resilience to deal with sometimes distressed patients and relatives in a professional and empathetic manner

Organising and Planning:

• Ensure that all clinical results and other clinical information are accurately filed in the patient notes and that patient notes are up to date and maintained according to the relevant Trust standards
• Ensure patient records are appropriately received and transferred and trace all notes into and out of the ward
• Prepare patient notes for coding within the relevant deadlines set by the coding team
• To carry out associated clerical duties, for example maintaining accurate filing systems, photocopying, receiving and distributing post, diary management and scanning patient notes if required
• To undertake the role's duties in the case of a major incident in your department

About us

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different 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 and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Job summary

Exciting Opportunity at Cotswold Practice

Phoenix Health Group is looking for a GP Partner (3-6 sessions) to join our happy and thriving practice in Tetbury. We are excited to be moving into a new state of the art Building in early 2027 and will have space to expand our team.

Our goal is to provide excellent clinical care to our community and enjoy our time at work. We have a positive and supportive team with a happy and welcoming approach. We are friendly, energetic and sociable.

Main duties of the job

We are proud of our continuity of care and patients are assigned a usual GP. The successful candidate will be responsible for a patient list and the work associated with that list, including prescription re-authorising, referrals and communications and pathology filing.

The successful candidate will join a large Partnership with 12 other Partners and 4 Salaried GPs, which provides resilience and plenty of opportunities to support one another.

We have a total list size 24,600 and growing, with practices in Cirencester, South Cerney, Tetbury and Kemble.

GP workload is supported by a range of Allied Health professionals including our in-house practice pharmacy team, 4 urgent care practitioners and practice nursing team who manage our chronic disease patients and a team of care co-ordinators who support GPs to manage their patients.

About us

We are proud of:

• Our continuity of care through our personal list system. We think it is important to really know our patients.
• Reputation for excellent patient care.
• Good access with short waits for appointments.
• An innovative practice with an excellent CQC rating for our older and younger persons patient care.
• Rising Star Award for Research in CRN West of England Awards 2023. Winner of University of Bristol Academy Teaching Practice Award, 2024-25 in recognition of the practices outstanding contribution to undergraduate medical teaching.
• We also have a dedicated team of frailty nurses, and two nursing home Advanced Specialist nurses to help manage our elderly and housebound patients.
• Systems in place to streamline administrative tasks via a team of skilled care coordinators.
• Minimal use of locums due to in-house floating salaried GP.
• We are a training practice for both registrars and Bristol Medical students
• We are an active research practice.
• A well organised Practice that is constantly evolving and adapting to national changes.
• Dispensing in Tetbury and Kemble.
• Monthly PLTs for support, daily clinical coffee for the whole team, Friday Partners lunches.

Additional information:

• Our patients come from a varied demographic. Mix of urban, rural and University general practice.
• We use SystmOne.
• High earning practice.

Job summary

Are you a dedicated children's nurse committed to delivering top-quality care but seeking flexibility to align with your circumstances?

If you replied yes, then UHBW Bank may be the option for you.

Enjoy the following benefits:

• Diverse Experience: Work across all disciplines, gaining exposure to a wide range of specialties.
• Flexibility: Choose shifts that suit your schedule, eliminating the need to commit to rigid working hours.
• Convenience: Experience the utmost convenience in your work schedule.
• Regular Work: Explore long and short-term placements for added flexibility, all while enjoying the team spirit and friendly atmosphere of a permanent role.
• Pay Incentives
• Training Opportunities
• Holiday Pay
• Competitive pay rates

In this role, you will work across diverse disciplines, providing an excellent opportunity to expand your experience.

Collaborative Bank

We are excited to announce that we are part of a collaborative bank with NBT. This means that if you currently work at either UHBW or NBT on the bank, you don't need to apply for another bank role with the opposite trust. If you are part of either bank, please contact the bank office to be added to the collaborative bank.

Main duties of the job

Requirements Qualifications/Training

• o RSCN/ RN child branch (NMC registered) or equivalent

• Broad knowledge and at least 6 months experience of clinical nursing practice within a hospital environment

Important Application Information:

Please state the post you are applying for in the supporting information and provide a detailed description of your relevant experience and training.

About us

North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 people, providing healthcare to Bristol, South Gloucestershire, and North Somerset from our award-winning Southmead hospital. We are a regional Major Trauma Centre and a globally recognized centre of excellence in many specialties. Our vision is to empower our teams to deliver exceptional, personalized healthcare. We treat every patient with respect and dignity, aiming for excellent outcomes and a first-class experience.

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the country's largest acute Trusts, with over 13,000 staff delivering 100+ clinical services across 10 sites, serving 500,000+ people in South West England. Rated 'Good' by the CQC, UHBW is proud to provide excellent care to Bristol, Weston, and beyond. As a multi-award-winning, digitally advanced Trust, our cutting-edge research and innovation make a positive local and global impact. With hospitals in both city and coastal locations, staff enjoy the best of urban life and nearby countryside or seaside.

Both organisations value diversity and are committed to building an inclusive team representing various backgrounds and perspectives and safeguarding vulnerable groups. Anonymous application data helps us uphold these commitments. Applicants from all underrepresented groups are welcome.

Job summary

Are you an experienced registered nurse looking for a role with full flexibility and top-quality care opportunities? Join North Bristol Trust & University Hospitals Bristol & Weston's Collaborative Bank -- and enjoy a rewarding, flexible nursing career tailored to your needs!

Why join us?

• Valued Team Membership: As a bank nurse with us, you'll be a respected member of our team, with access to exceptional benefits including the NHS Pension scheme, paid mandatory and statutory training, and full induction support.
• Flexible Working Patterns: Choose shifts that fit your lifestyle, including earlies, lates, long days, and nights, with competitive pay rates and holiday pay. Enjoy the freedom to work without rigid hours.
• Diverse Experience: Work across multiple disciplines and specialties, broadening your clinical skills and experience in a supportive environment.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Opportunity to work in award-winning settings like the Brunel building.
• Additional Perks: Receive free uniforms, training opportunities, and pay incentives.
• Convenience and Regular Work: Benefit from long and short-term placements that offer flexibility, along with the team spirit and friendly atmosphere of a permanent role.

If you're a dedicated adult nurse committed to delivering outstanding care but want flexibility to align with your circumstances, our collaborative bank offers the perfect solution. Apply now and take the next step in your nursing career!

Main duties of the job

As a Bank Registered Nurse, your responsibilities will include :

• Supporting all clinical areas of the Trusts as and when required.
• Taking personal responsibility and accountability for ensuring that Trust and local policies and procedures are known and followed and ensuring duties are carried out in accordance with the advisory guidelines and practice set out in the NMC code.
• Being responsible for assessment, planning, Implementation and Evaluation of patient care.
• Taking responsibility for the supervision and guidance of otherstaff including health care support workers and students as required.

Applicants must:

• Hold RN (adult) registration with current NMC license to practice
• Minimum of 12 months post qualification experience. (15 months for NQN's - 3 months preceptorship, then 12 months acute experience)
• Have recent acute hospital experience within the last 18-24 months
• Have a drive to work hard, enthusiasm and the ability to commit to a 4-day induction programme if successful
• Have right to work in UK (with relevant Adaptation/ONP if applicable)
• Have the ability to commence work within 3 months of offer

About us

North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 people, providing healthcare to Bristol, South Gloucestershire, and North Somerset from our award-winning Southmead hospital. We are a regional Major Trauma Centre and a globally recognized centre of excellence in many specialties. Our vision is to empower our teams to deliver exceptional, personalized healthcare. We treat every patient with respect and dignity, aiming for excellent outcomes and a first-class experience.

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the country's largest acute Trusts, with over 13,000 staff delivering 100+ clinical services across 10 sites, serving 500,000+ people in South West England. Rated 'Good' by the CQC, UHBW is proud to provide excellent care to Bristol, Weston, and beyond. As a multi-award-winning, digitally advanced Trust, our cutting-edge research and innovation make a positive local and global impact. With hospitals in both city and coastal locations, staff enjoy the best of urban life and nearby countryside or seaside.

Both organisations value diversity and are committed to building an inclusive team representing various backgrounds and perspectives and safeguarding vulnerable groups. Anonymous application data helps us uphold these commitments. Applicants from all underrepresented groups are welcome.

Job summary

Are you highly organised, detail-focused, and confident working with systems that support staff safety and security? We're looking for a proactive and personable Uniform and ID Coordinator to join our Facilities team!

In this role, you'll play a key part in coordinating the Trust's ID badge and access control systems, ensuring staff have the correct identification and secure access to buildings and systems. As the first point of contact for ID and access-related queries, you'll produce ID cards and fobs, maintain accurate system data, and help resolve access issues efficiently - supporting the safe and secure running of our hospitals.

Alongside this, you'll also support the delivery of the Trust's uniform service, helping staff feel prepared and professional in their roles. You will deliver consistently high customer service in a busy environment where priorities can shift quickly.

This is a full-time, Monday-Friday position (37.5 hours per week, on site). We can offer some flexibility around start and finish times.

Main duties of the job

You will have a varied day to day, but your main tasks will be:

• Acting as the first point of contact for ID badge and access control queries across the Trust
• ProducingID cards, fobs, and managing access permissions to ensure staff have the right level of access
• Investigating and resolving access issues, working with internal teams and software contractors
• Monitoring stock levels for ID materials and supporting the smooth running of the service
• Providing support to the uniform service, including processing requests and assisting staff
• Managing inboxes, prioritising requests, and ensuring timely, accurate response

Join our trust and benefit from the following:

• A competitive salary between £25,760 - £27,476 pa pro rata
• A generous package of 27 days holiday per year pro rata + bank holidays increasing to 33 days with service
• Access to an Industry leading pension scheme where your employer pays in 20%
• A raft of discounts in local and national outlets, including holidays, insurance and shopping

About us

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different 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 and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Job summary

This is more than a job in Acute Medicine--it's an opportunity to lead, innovate, and inspire. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Consultant in Acute Medicine to join our dynamic team at Yeovil District Hospital.

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we do things differently. We understand the demands of the NHS and prioritise sustainability, flexibility, and work-life balance. Our innovative annualised job plan ensures you can deliver high-quality care while maintaining professional and personal wellbeing.

What we offer:

• Flexible annualised job plan
• Dedicated time for specialist interests
• Generous Relocation support available (T&Cs apply)
• Opportunities for leadership, education, and research
• A supportive, inclusive environment in a beautiful part of the UK

Main duties of the job

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is the first mainland trust to integrate acute, community, and mental health services. We are proud to have the highest GMC score for training in the South West and are committed to innovation, inclusivity, and excellence.

You will join a team of 7 consultants supported by junior doctors, physician associates, and a robust multidisciplinary team. Our co-located Same Day Emergency Care Unit provides cutting-edge care for ambulant patients.

Main Responsibilities of the Job

Clinical Leadership: Provide expert care across AMU, SDEC, and ED; lead medical take, post-take ward rounds, referrals, and timely discharges.

Service Development: Shape clinical protocols, streamline patient pathways, and strengthen links with community services.

On-Call Duties: Participate in the GIM rota (currently 1 in 16 weekends per year).

Education & Mentorship: Support postgraduate doctors, locally employed clinicians, and medical students from the University of Bristol.

Specialist Interest: 2 PAs dedicated to your chosen specialty (e.g., frailty, perioperative medicine, acute oncology, palliative care, medical education).

Research & Audit: Engage in audits, quality improvement, and research projects.

Governance & Teamwork: Maintain GMC standards, participate in appraisals, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - Living in Somerset offers a fantastic quality of life--vibrant towns, stunning countryside, excellent schools, and easy access to the Jurassic Coast.

Job summary

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and knowledgeable Consultant Breast Surgeon (10 PA) to contribute to the elective recovery and continued restoration of the Breast Care service within Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, delivered at Weston General Hospital and Southmead Hospital.

The department is well supported by oncologists from the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre and by a group of experienced and dedicated Cancer Nurse Specialists and Specialist Nurse Practitioners. We are a close-knit team, across all levels and value collaborative working. We also welcome new ideas as we are constantly striving to improve our service to all our patients.

The Bristol Breast Care Centre hosts the Avon Breast Screening Programme which is one of the largest screening programmes in the country.

There are close links with the University of Bristol and we are active in recruitment to breast cancer trials, supported by our own research team.

Main duties of the job

Clinical Duties

• The postholder will be responsible for the clinical management of patients under their care, and, in liaison with consultant colleagues, continuity of care when the postholder is absent.
• The work of the Breast Care Unit is now delivered across 2 sites (Southmead Hospital & Weston General Hospital). The postholder is expected to deliver care on both/either site according to their agreed job plan and the need of the service.
• As part of the division's target to expand theatre usage and improve theatre utilisation, the postholder, with other consultants, will provide flexible theatre cover as part of their weekly programmed activities.
• The post holder with contribute to the on call rota, this is in hours only.
• The post-holder will work a flexible Job Plan of 10 PA per week to help the department achieve its targets in both cancer and non-cancer.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.

With an annual turnover of 2.6 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom.

Chaired by Ingrid Barker and led by Maria Kane as Chief Executive, Bristol NHS Foundation Trust aims to transform the way healthcare is delivered locally with a clear focus on making a difference for what we call our Four Ps:

• Better outcomes for ourPatients
• More opportunities for our People
• Fairer more consistent care for ourPopulation
• Best Value for Public Purse

Our vision for five years from now:

• Patients will wait less time to be diagnosed and treated, and they will have the same high-quality experience and outcomes, regardless of who they are or where they live.
• We will meet rising demand by maximising the use of our available resources.
• More care will be delivered nearer to patients, in their homes or the community.
• Digital technologies will have transformed the way we work and the way we deliver care.
• Our people will feel engaged, energised and empowered by their work.
• We will be known as a place where people enjoy working, training and building a career.
• Our volume of globally renowned research and innovation will have grown significantly.
• We will contribute to system financial balance