About this role
Job summary
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the position has become available at short notice between end of july 2026 and Feb 2027. Given the short notice, applicants who require more notice will be considered.
Microvascular Surgery Clinical Fellow post (SpR / ST6+ Level) in Lower Limb Reconstruction
Main duties of the job
Expectations of the position - The successful candidate will be in year 7 / 8 of plastic surgery training (or equivalent), have passed FRCS (Plast) or equivalent and will have special interest in microsurgery reflected in the application form.
The successful candidate will be expected to be involved in teaching and to undertake clinical audit projects. The successful candidate will be expected to attend specialist clinics in ortho - plastic surgery.
This post is recognised for training by the Specialist Advisory Committee in Plastic Surgery and has Royal College Approval.
Candidates must have GMC registration that allows them to work in posts that are not recognised for training. It is essential that candidates have experience and familiarity with UK hospital systems and practices or equivalent.
About us
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities and we are part of the Bristol NHS Group.
Recognised as the Best UK Employer of the Year for Nursing Staff at the Nursing Times Workforce Summit and Awards 2025, our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Job description Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualifications Essential
MBBS, FRCS (Plast) ATLS Maintain Full registration with the GMC, with a licence to practice. Evidence of recent CME/ reasonable training progression at this stage of career.
Desirable
Higher academic qualification (e.g. MD or MS). Completion of a general management course or programme.
Work Experience Essential
Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent). Minimum of 7 years postgraduate experience including 2 years as SHO in an approved training post, or equivalent. Part of this period may be in a post of equivalent responsibility and training potential. Training in diagnosis and treatment of complex reconstruction conditions Experience in audit project and written up
Desirable
Some training in Microsurgery
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Essential
Proven teaching ability. Knowledge of contemporary NHS management issues. Knowledge of political context within which we operate.
Desirable
Proven track record in research. Evidence of relevant publications in peer reviewed journals. Demonstration of involvement in clinical directorate management.
Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances Essential
Good written communication skills. Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all 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).
Employer details Employer name North Bristol NHS Trust
Address Southmead Hospital
Bristol
BS10 5NB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.nbt.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)