About this role
Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Job Title: Paediatric Surgery Senior Fellow
Start Date: we are offering a 12 months contract starting as soon as possible and we are also offering a 6 months contract starting in October 2026.
Contract Type: Fixed term duration: 12 months and 6 months
Purpose for Fixed Term: Training Contract
This post is appointed on a fixed-term basis for the primary purpose of providing structured training and supervised clinical development. While the postholder will contribute to service delivery, the overarching purpose of the post is to provide defined educational opportunities, supervised clinical practice, and experience aligned to the relevant specialty training curriculum
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
We are excited to advertise two senior clinical fellow posts in general paediatric surgery at Southampton Children's Hospital. One position is for one year, starting as soon as possible and the second is a 6 months contract starting from October 2026.
You'll join a team of six registrars, one senior registrar and one research fellow in a busy department of seven general paediatric surgeons and three paediatric urologists.
We are a large tertiary referral centre with a strong track record of research and publications as well as a well renowned established teaching programme with optimal patient care at the forefront of our ethos.
The senior fellow will provide high-quality surgical care to infants, children, and adolescents under the supervision of the consultant paediatric surgeons. The role includes the assessment, diagnosis, and management of elective and emergency paediatric and neonatal surgical patients, alongside active participation in clinical governance, teaching, research and service development.
We are looking for someone committed to a career in paediatric surgery who is keen to maximise opportunities and bring enthusiasm and compassion to their work.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
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Job description Job responsibilities
-Assess and manage paediatric and neonatal surgical patients (inpatient, outpatient, emergency)-Participate in elective and emergency operating lists-Provide perioperative care and contribute to ward rounds and MDT discussions-Take part in the 1 in 9 partial shift on-call rota (including nights/weekends)-Support teaching of junior staff and medical students-Participate in audit, quality improvement, and departmental governance activities-Maintain accurate clinical documentation
For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the requirements of the role.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed fellow doctors and dentists. Applicants requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.
Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave.
Grades for Trust appointed fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay)
Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5;
-Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training-Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS)-A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee)
Proposed interview date: 11th June 2026
This vacancy closes on or before 29th May 2026
Person Specification
Qualifications, Training & Experience Essential
MRCS APLS GMC registration with a licence to practise Previous experience in Paediatric Surgery, Urology or Adult General Surgery for at least 6 months at registrar level
Desirable
PHD/MS
Aptitudes and skills Essential
Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff Teaching Skills Team Working Leadership qualities, enthusiastic, flexible and able to adapt to change Commitment to a career in paediatric surgery
Desirable
Ability to travel independently between hospital sites or for necessary patient visits/on-call
Living Trust Values Essential
Patients First Always Improving Working Together
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 University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address Southampton General Hospital
Tremona Road
Southampton
SO16 6YD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)