About this role
Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Job Title: Locum Consultant Haematologist with an Interest in Acute Leukaemia and Stem Cell Transplant
Start Date: Feb 2027
Contract Type: Fixed term - Maternity Cover
Fixed Term End Date: 1. 12 month contract 2, 6 month contract
Further details about the role can be found in the job description below.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for two locum haematologists with an interest in acute leukaemia and stem cell transplant. One post will be for 6 month and a second post for 12-months. The posts are available from February 2027. There is a plan for a substantive appointment in 2027.
The JACIE accredited Wessex Blood and Marrow Transplant and Cellular Therapy Service (WBMTCT) Programme has been providing an allogeneic transplant programme since 2001 with a catchment population of 3.7 million. The programme performs approximately 140 autologous transplants and approximately 60-70 allogeneic transplants per year. The CAR-T programme started in 2021 and been growing since. Our transplant outcomes are consistently ranked one of the best in Europe.
The post offers wide experience in the management of patients with haematological malignancies and stem cell transplantation, including teenage and young adult patients. This includes:
- Management of allogeneic transplant patients in inpatient, outpatient and day unit
- Inpatient attending on a 1:4 basis covering acute leukaemia, BMT and cell therapies
- 1:6 non-resident out of hours consultant cover for acute leukaemia BMT and cell therapies
- Active involvement with the delivery and development of the WBMTCT service
- Participation in the laboratory diagnosis of haematological malignancies
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 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centred care while working collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation.
You will work as part of the Bone Marrow Transplant/Cellular Therapy teams alongside other clinical colleagues with specialist interests.
What you'll do
Within the WBMTCT team
- Management of patients with acute leukaemia and those undergoing allogenic stem cell transplant in the inpatient, day case and outpatient setting.
- Review new allogenic stem cell transplant referrals from across the region Management of related donor service
- To discuss cases as appropriate at the Southampton leukaemia and myeloma MDT Active involvement in the recruitment and management of patients within clinical trials
- Participate in clinical service development and accreditation process of the unit
Within the UHS Haematology Service
- Review of blood films and bone marrow samples
- Participation in the laboratory diagnosis of haematological malignancies
- Teaching and supervision of haematology trainees
Interaction within the region
- Active collaboration with other colleagues in the region through MDT and network wide working
- Contribution to the regional diagnostic and referral pathways in collaboration with other colleagues
What were looking for:
- MRCP and FRCPath (or equivalent)
- An appropriate level of clinical experience and competence in acute leukaemia and stem cell transplant to practice independently at consultant level.
Personal attributes
-Enthusiastic individual who is keen to contribute to the busy service of WBMTCT
- Able to work well in the team and motivate others
- The department is keen to grow potential individuals that have interest in research, medical education and support development in improving clinical pathways.
A pre-interview meeting to discuss the role is strongly encouraged.
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role, including responsibilities, requirements, and essential criteria.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Proposed interview date: 9th December 2026
This vacancy closes on or before 29th November 2026
Person Specification
Qualifications, Training & Experience
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- GMC registration with a licence to practise
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
- MRCP and FRCPath (or equivalent)
- Must be able to demonstrate an appropriate level of clinical experience and competence in clinical and laboratory Haematology
- Evidence of specific experience and/or training in stem cell transplant and cellular therapies
- Experience in teaching and training undergraduate medical students and/or postgraduate doctors and other health professionals
Desirable
- CCT (Haematology) or within 6 months of obtaining CCT on date of interview
- Recognised educational supervisor training
- Higher degree e.g. MD/PhD
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
- Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English)
- Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
- Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
- Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
- Evidence of collaborative working within and between organisations
- Competence with information technology including remote working
- Ability to practice independently at consultant level
Desirable
- Evidence of service improvement project
- Publications relating to haematology
Living the Trust Values
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Always Improving
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: 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
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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)