Job summary

The successful applicant(s) will join the current team of 9 consultants and 2 SAS Doctors, working in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) within the Southwest Neonatal Operational Delivery Network. The service undertakes approximately 3500 Intensive Care and High Dependency Care days and in around 4500 Special / Transitional Care days per year. The service benefits from a team of 1 Nurse Consultant, 9 ANNPs, 6 ENNPs as well as a two-tier team of junior medical staff whose cover duties are exclusively to the neonatal service. The unit supports the nursing team to train as Qualified in Speciality (QIS) adhering to BAPM staffing guidance.

The appointee will participate in providing cover to the neonatal service in a week on service model of care, providing consultant delivered care in 4 types of attending weeks in an 8-week cycle (NICU Service, Neonatal Transport and Transitional & Perinatal Care/Medical Education) and on call weeks Mon-Thurs. During attending weeks, other activities will be suspended to allow commitment to the acute daily workload and service needs of those clinical domains. There are opportunities to gain additional experience in neonatal transport by participating in the multi-centre collaborative on-call roster for the Southwest Neonatal Advice and Retrieval Service (SoNAR).

Main duties of the job

NICU Service

The NICU Service Consultant is responsible for the day-to-day running of the neonatal unit, including morning and afternoon handover ward rounds and supervision of junior medical staff. All admitted patients are allocated to the NICU Service Consultant of the week.

Transitional & Perinatal Care / Medical Education

The Transitional Care Consultant is responsible for the day-to-day running of the transitional care ward, including morning ward rounds and supervision of junior medical staff. Fetal medicine liaison and antenatal counselling services are also provided by this consultant.

see JD for full duties

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Details

Date posted

27 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year Per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

216-G1-NEO8378716

Job locations

Derriford Hospital

NICU, Derriford Hospital

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

NICU Service

The NICU Service Consultant is responsible for the day-to-day running of the neonatal unit, including morning and afternoon handover ward rounds and supervision of junior medical staff. All admitted patients are allocated to the NICU Service Consultant of the week.

Transitional & Perinatal Care / Medical Education

The Transitional Care Consultant is responsible for the day-to-day running of the transitional care ward, including morning ward rounds and supervision of junior medical staff. Fetal medicine liaison and antenatal counselling services are also provided by this consultant. All inborn infants are allocated to the TCW Consultant of the week unless admitted to NICU. Undergraduate medical student teaching including an end-of-week formal feedback session is delivered by the TCW Consultant, as are the multi-professional education sessions for the NICU nursing and junior medical staff.

Southwest Neonatal Advice and Retrieval Service (SoNAR)

The Transport Consultant undertakes telephone liaison with all Peninsula units each morning as well as the SoNAR North Hub to co-ordinate and undertake neonatal transfers as necessary during working hours Monday to Friday. Out-of-hours medical cover is provided from the North Hub. Opportunity exists to partake in this voluntarily outside job-plan, remunerated by extra-contractual arrangements.

On Call Week

The fourth service week consists of Mon-Thurs on call cover resident until after the 9pm NICU ward round and then non-resident.

It is expected that the consultant will be fully available to respond to clinical service needs during on-service weeks (external commitments must not compromise this).

Continuing responsibility

The new consultants will have continuing responsibility for the care of their patients and for the proper functioning of the department. However, it is expected that the appointee will wish to embrace the team-based approach to patient care and parental communication that the consultant neonatologists work to. The new consultants will share in the provision of cover for consultant colleagues on leave.

Subspecialty interest

The job plan for the new consultants will include time for the development of a special interest, which will be encouraged and welcomed. Subspecialty interests complementing the departments existing range are cardiology, respiratory, developmental outcome, nutrition, transport medicine, research and medical education.

Non-clinical duties

The new appointees will be expected to take part in the non-clinical activities of the department including full participation in the training and supervision of junior doctors and other staff, participation in clinical audit, continuing professional development as defined by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, clinical governance, and annual appraisal / revalidation. The consultants will undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of their patients and the running of the clinical department.

Job description Job responsibilities NICU Service The NICU Service Consultant is responsible for the day-to-day running of the neonatal unit, including morning and afternoon handover ward rounds and supervision of junior medical staff. All admitted patients are allocated to the NICU Service Consultant of the week. Transitional & Perinatal Care / Medical Education The Transitional Care Consultant is responsible for the day-to-day running of the transitional care ward, including morning ward rounds and supervision of junior medical staff. Fetal medicine liaison and antenatal counselling services are also provided by this consultant. All inborn infants are allocated to the TCW Consultant of the week unless admitted to NICU. Undergraduate medical student teaching including an end-of-week formal feedback session is delivered by the TCW Consultant, as are the multi-professional education sessions for the NICU nursing and junior medical staff. Southwest Neonatal Advice and Retrieval Service (SoNAR) The Transport Consultant undertakes telephone liaison with all Peninsula units each morning as well as the SoNAR North Hub to co-ordinate and undertake neonatal transfers as necessary during working hours Monday to Friday. Out-of-hours medical cover is provided from the North Hub. Opportunity exists to partake in this voluntarily outside job-plan, remunerated by extra-contractual arrangements. On Call Week The fourth service week consists of Mon-Thurs on call cover resident until after the 9pm NICU ward round and then non-resident. It is expected that the consultant will be fully available to respond to clinical service needs during on-service weeks (external commitments must not compromise this). Continuing responsibility The new consultants will have continuing responsibility for the care of their patients and for the proper functioning of the department. However, it is expected that the appointee will wish to embrace the team-based approach to patient care and parental communication that the consultant neonatologists work to. The new consultants will share in the provision of cover for consultant colleagues on leave. Subspecialty interest The job plan for the new consultants will include time for the development of a special interest, which will be encouraged and welcomed. Subspecialty interests complementing the departments existing range are cardiology, respiratory, developmental outcome, nutrition, transport medicine, research and medical education. Non-clinical duties The new appointees will be expected to take part in the non-clinical activities of the department including full participation in the training and supervision of junior doctors and other staff, participation in clinical audit, continuing professional development as defined by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, clinical governance, and annual appraisal / revalidation. The consultants will undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of their patients and the running of the clinical department.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications & special training

Essential

• Full GMC Registration o Registration on the Specialist Register o CCST/CCT in Paediatrics (Neonatal Medicine) or equivalent qualification overseas OR CCST/CCT in Paediatrics (with a minimum of EITHER 3 years post-core neonatal training in a UK tertiary neonatal centre OR 2 years post-core neonatal training in a UK tertiary neonatal centre AND 1 year of training in an allied specialty eg. Paediatric cardiology, genetics, paediatric intensive care, paediatric neurology) (or eligible for CCT and registration with training as above within 6 months of interview) o MRCPCH (or equivalent)

Desirable

• Able to demonstrate recent experience and practice in neonatal medicine as a sub specialist o MSc, DM, PhD or equiv. higher degree

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

• o Wide neonatal experience including Neonatal Transport o Advanced skills in neonatal medicine. o NLS Provider course (or APLS or equivalent) o Basic skills in information technology o Valid level 3 safeguarding training o Evidence of teaching medical undergraduates, junior doctors, and other health care professional staff o Evidence of commitment to lifelong learning o Evidence of previous management experience

Desirable

• o Special interest within neonatology o Skills in diagnostic & functional neonatal echocardiography o APLS, NLS, ARNI or EPLS instructor o Advanced IT skills. o Appraisal and assessment training o Formal training in education o Experience of organising teaching programmes or specific teaching events. o Completion of management training course

APTITUDE & ABILITIES

Essential

• o Ability to coordinate and manage the sick infant who requires transport o Understanding of the principles and importance of clinical governance. o Knowledge and experience of clinical audit, including one or more completed projects. o Logical, analytical, and self-critical approach to clinical practice. o Evidence of understanding of research techniques & design, and the ability to interpret published results. o Ability and commitment to practice evidence-based medicine.

Desirable

• o Formal training in neonatal transport medicine o Experience of air transport o Formal audit training o Ability to demonstrate achievement of change. o Potential to develop and lead local and Network Neonatal Services. o Published works in peer reviewed journals o Ability to supervise research. o Commitment to continuing research

DISPOSITION / ATTITUDE / MOTIVATION

Essential

• o Clear evidence of career progression o Leadership skills o Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. o Can work as part of a multiprofessional team. o Can prioritise work and manage own time.

Desirable

• o Willingness and enthusiasm to develop special areas and interests

Person Specification Education, qualifications & special training Essential Full GMC Registration o Registration on the Specialist Register o CCST/CCT in Paediatrics (Neonatal Medicine) or equivalent qualification overseas OR CCST/CCT in Paediatrics (with a minimum of EITHER 3 years post-core neonatal training in a UK tertiary neonatal centre OR 2 years post-core neonatal training in a UK tertiary neonatal centre AND 1 year of training in an allied specialty eg. Paediatric cardiology, genetics, paediatric intensive care, paediatric neurology) (or eligible for CCT and registration with training as above within 6 months of interview) o MRCPCH (or equivalent) Desirable Able to demonstrate recent experience and practice in neonatal medicine as a sub specialist o MSc, DM, PhD or equiv. higher degree KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Essential o Wide neonatal experience including Neonatal Transport o Advanced skills in neonatal medicine. o NLS Provider course (or APLS or equivalent) o Basic skills in information technology o Valid level 3 safeguarding training o Evidence of teaching medical undergraduates, junior doctors, and other health care professional staff o Evidence of commitment to lifelong learning o Evidence of previous management experience Desirable o Special interest within neonatology o Skills in diagnostic & functional neonatal echocardiography o APLS, NLS, ARNI or EPLS instructor o Advanced IT skills. o Appraisal and assessment training o Formal training in education o Experience of organising teaching programmes or specific teaching events. o Completion of management training course APTITUDE & ABILITIES Essential o Ability to coordinate and manage the sick infant who requires transport o Understanding of the principles and importance of clinical governance. o Knowledge and experience of clinical audit, including one or more completed projects. o Logical, analytical, and self-critical approach to clinical practice. o Evidence of understanding of research techniques & design, and the ability to interpret published results. o Ability and commitment to practice evidence-based medicine. Desirable o Formal training in neonatal transport medicine o Experience of air transport o Formal audit training o Ability to demonstrate achievement of change. o Potential to develop and lead local and Network Neonatal Services. o Published works in peer reviewed journals o Ability to supervise research. o Commitment to continuing research DISPOSITION / ATTITUDE / MOTIVATION Essential o Clear evidence of career progression o Leadership skills o Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. o Can work as part of a multiprofessional team. o Can prioritise work and manage own time. Desirable o Willingness and enthusiasm to develop special areas and interests

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford Hospital

NICU, Derriford Hospital

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford Hospital

NICU, Derriford Hospital

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The South West Neonatal Advice & Retrieval (SONAR) team is the neonatal transport service covering the South West Neonatal Operational Delivery Network (ODN) area, from Gloucester to Truro. This region has a birth rate of over 45,000 deliveries per year. The SoNAR South team runs 12 hours a day Monday to Friday. and undertakes approximately 220 journeys per year. The service covers both acute transfers and repatriations between the 12 neonatal units in the region (St Michael's &Southmead in Bristol, Plymouth, Bath, Taunton, Swindon, Gloucester, Exeter, Truro, Torbay, Barnstaple and Yeovil) as well as acute transfers into Bristol Children's Hospital for subspecialty opinions. We are part of the SoNAR transport service, and work closely with SoNAR North, which is based in Bristol.

The SONAR South team is based within Derriford Hospital, Plymouth. The NICU at Derriford is within the same building and is a tertiary level neonatal intensive care unit. The transport team is able to deliver cooling, nitric oxide and HFOV during transfer.

Main duties of the job

Clinical:

Management and delivery of care to critically ill infants on the neonatal unit in a tier 2 capacity on a rotational basis

Involvement in the transport of term and preterm newborn infants, including those who are critically ill, as part of the SoNAR

Partaking in the daily ring around and liaison with colleagues in surrounding neonatal units, taking and recording referrals into SoNAR

Governance:

Participating in clinical audit of service provision in keeping with key performances indices for neonatal services

Reviewing of clinical incidents and completing exception reporting

Development and implementation of clinical guidelines and protocols.

Involvement in relevant quality improvement programmes

Close working with clinical governance leads in the conducting of mortality reviews

Research, Teaching and Training:

Collaboration with the clinical education and simulation teams in the conducting of multidisciplinary educational sessions

Coordination of neonatal road shows in neighbouring units with the support of SoNAR leads

Where possible to collaborate with academic and clinical colleagues to enhance UHP's research portfolio

Other areas of relevant special interest will be supported eg Cardiology, NLS/ARNI instruction, simulation etc

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£67,325 to £77,348 a year Per Annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

216-G3-NEO8331582

Job locations

Derriford Hospital

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will be trained in order to become proficient and competent at delivering the majority of transfers on their own (with consultant support) and where necessary a consultant may accompany the fellow / registrar on the transfer.

Knowledge and skills gained during this placement would include effective transport triage, call conferencing, prioritisation of journeys, appropriate team composition, enhanced patient assessment, management of the critically ill neonates during transfer and other transport related clinical skills. They would be expected to have good communication and leadership skills in order to facilitate good handover of information between units.

The successful candidate would also be expected to undertake audit and service evaluations to improve the service.

The successful applicant will also have some duties on the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Derriford Hospital. The service undertakes approximately 3500 Intensive Care and High Dependency Care days and in around 4500 Special / Transitional Care days per year. The service benefits from a team of 8 Consultant Neonatologists, 1 Nurse Consultant, 9 ANNPs, 6 ENNPs as well as a two tier team of junior medical staff whose cover duties are exclusively to the neonatal service. The unit supports the nursing team to train as Qualified in Speciality (QIS) adhering to BAPM staffing guidance.

All successful candidates must exhibit personal characteristics of the highest standard. These include honesty, reliability, enthusiasm, initiative, resilience, conscientiousness, and an insight into their own abilities.

Job description Job responsibilities The successful candidate will be trained in order to become proficient and competent at delivering the majority of transfers on their own (with consultant support) and where necessary a consultant may accompany the fellow / registrar on the transfer. Knowledge and skills gained during this placement would include effective transport triage, call conferencing, prioritisation of journeys, appropriate team composition, enhanced patient assessment, management of the critically ill neonates during transfer and other transport related clinical skills. They would be expected to have good communication and leadership skills in order to facilitate good handover of information between units. The successful candidate would also be expected to undertake audit and service evaluations to improve the service. The successful applicant will also have some duties on the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Derriford Hospital. The service undertakes approximately 3500 Intensive Care and High Dependency Care days and in around 4500 Special / Transitional Care days per year. The service benefits from a team of 8 Consultant Neonatologists, 1 Nurse Consultant, 9 ANNPs, 6 ENNPs as well as a two tier team of junior medical staff whose cover duties are exclusively to the neonatal service. The unit supports the nursing team to train as Qualified in Speciality (QIS) adhering to BAPM staffing guidance. All successful candidates must exhibit personal characteristics of the highest standard. These include honesty, reliability, enthusiasm, initiative, resilience, conscientiousness, and an insight into their own abilities.

Person Specification

Certification

Essential

• GMC registration on the Specialist Register or eligibility for registration
• CCT/CCST in Paediatrics or equivalent including CESR (Paediatrics) or eligible for CCT and registration within 6 months of interview

Desirable

• Completion of RCPCH approved NTN GRID Training in Neonatal Medicine resulting in CCT/CCST in Paediatrics (Neonatal Medicine) or equivalent including CESR (Paediatrics) with subspecialty recognition in Neonatal Medicine or Neonatal Board certification from North America. Canada or Australasia (or eligible for CCT and registration within 6 months of interview)

Academic Qualification

Essential

• MRCPCH (or equivalent)

Desirable

• BSc, MSc, DM/MD, PhD or equivalent higher degree
• Neonatal SPIN

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of experience and practice in tertiary neonatal medicine (minimum 2 years at middle grade)
• Advanced skills in neonatal medicine
• NLS Provider (or equivalent)
• Level 3 Child Protection competency
• Neonatal Transport Experience

Desirable

• Specialist interest within neonatology
• Evidence of experience & practice in complementary domain eg cardiology, genetics, neurology, PICU, transport
• NLS or ARNI Instructor
• Advanced IT skills
• Formal qualification in neonatal transport medicine

Teaching

Essential

• Ability to teach undergraduates, junior doctors, and other health care professionals
• Evidence of commitment to lifelong learning

Desirable

• Formal training in medical education, eg. "Teaching the teacher" or similar courses

Management

Essential

• Evidence of previous management experience

Desirable

• Formal education and training in NHS management

Clinical Governance

Essential

• Understanding of the principles and importance of clinical governance
• Knowledge and experience of clinical audit, including one or more completed projects

Desirable

• Formal audit / quality improvement training
• Evidence of successful change management

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (success in IELTS or equivalent)
• Evidence of established leadership skills
• Can prioritise work and manage own time

Desirable

• Willingness and enthusiasm to develop services and areas of personal specialist interest

Person Specification Certification Essential GMC registration on the Specialist Register or eligibility for registration CCT/CCST in Paediatrics or equivalent including CESR (Paediatrics) or eligible for CCT and registration within 6 months of interview Desirable Completion of RCPCH approved NTN GRID Training in Neonatal Medicine resulting in CCT/CCST in Paediatrics (Neonatal Medicine) or equivalent including CESR (Paediatrics) with subspecialty recognition in Neonatal Medicine or Neonatal Board certification from North America. Canada or Australasia (or eligible for CCT and registration within 6 months of interview) Academic Qualification Essential MRCPCH (or equivalent) Desirable BSc, MSc, DM/MD, PhD or equivalent higher degree Neonatal SPIN Experience Essential Evidence of experience and practice in tertiary neonatal medicine (minimum 2 years at middle grade) Advanced skills in neonatal medicine NLS Provider (or equivalent) Level 3 Child Protection competency Neonatal Transport Experience Desirable Specialist interest within neonatology Evidence of experience & practice in complementary domain eg cardiology, genetics, neurology, PICU, transport NLS or ARNI Instructor Advanced IT skills Formal qualification in neonatal transport medicine Teaching Essential Ability to teach undergraduates, junior doctors, and other health care professionals Evidence of commitment to lifelong learning Desirable Formal training in medical education, eg. "Teaching the teacher" or similar courses Management Essential Evidence of previous management experience Desirable Formal education and training in NHS management Clinical Governance Essential Understanding of the principles and importance of clinical governance Knowledge and experience of clinical audit, including one or more completed projects Desirable Formal audit / quality improvement training Evidence of successful change management Personal Attributes Essential Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (success in IELTS or equivalent) Evidence of established leadership skills Can prioritise work and manage own time Desirable Willingness and enthusiasm to develop services and areas of personal specialist interest

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford Hospital

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford Hospital

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The successful applicant(s) will join the current team of 9 consultants and 2 SAS Doctors, working in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) within the Southwest Neonatal Operational Delivery Network. The service undertakes approximately 3500 Intensive Care and High Dependency Care days and in around 4500 Special / Transitional Care days per year. The service benefits from a team of 1 Nurse Consultant, 9 ANNPs, 6 ENNPs as well as a two-tier team of junior medical staff whose cover duties are exclusively to the neonatal service. The unit supports the nursing team to train as Qualified in Speciality (QIS) adhering to BAPM staffing guidance.

The appointee will participate in providing cover to the neonatal service in a week on service model of care, providing consultant delivered care in 4 types of attending weeks in an 8-week cycle (NICU Service, Neonatal Transport and Transitional & Perinatal Care/Medical Education) and on call weeks Mon-Thurs. During attending weeks, other activities will be suspended to allow commitment to the acute daily workload and service needs of those clinical domains. There are opportunities to gain additional experience in neonatal transport by participating in the multi-centre collaborative on-call roster for the Southwest Neonatal Advice and Retrieval Service (SoNAR).

Main duties of the job

NICU Service

The NICU Service Consultant is responsible for the day-to-day running of the neonatal unit, including morning and afternoon handover ward rounds and supervision of junior medical staff. All admitted patients are allocated to the NICU Service Consultant of the week.

Transitional & Perinatal Care / Medical Education

The Transitional Care Consultant is responsible for the day-to-day running of the transitional care ward, including morning ward rounds and supervision of junior medical staff. Fetal medicine liaison and antenatal counselling services are also provided by this consultant.

see JD for full duties

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum

Contract

Locum

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

216-G1-NEO8331574

Job locations

Derriford Hospital

Derriford

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

NICU Service

The NICU Service Consultant is responsible for the day-to-day running of the neonatal unit, including morning and afternoon handover ward rounds and supervision of junior medical staff. All admitted patients are allocated to the NICU Service Consultant of the week.

Transitional & Perinatal Care / Medical Education

The Transitional Care Consultant is responsible for the day-to-day running of the transitional care ward, including morning ward rounds and supervision of junior medical staff. Fetal medicine liaison and antenatal counselling services are also provided by this consultant. All inborn infants are allocated to the TCW Consultant of the week unless admitted to NICU. Undergraduate medical student teaching including an end-of-week formal feedback session is delivered by the TCW Consultant, as are the multi-professional education sessions for the NICU nursing and junior medical staff.

Southwest Neonatal Advice and Retrieval Service (SoNAR)

The Transport Consultant undertakes telephone liaison with all Peninsula units each morning as well as the SoNAR North Hub to co-ordinate and undertake neonatal transfers as necessary during working hours Monday to Friday. Out-of-hours medical cover is provided from the North Hub. Opportunity exists to partake in this voluntarily outside job-plan, remunerated by extra-contractual arrangements.

On Call Week

The fourth service week consists of Mon-Thurs on call cover resident until after the 9pm NICU ward round and then non-resident.

It is expected that the consultant will be fully available to respond to clinical service needs during on-service weeks (external commitments must not compromise this).

Continuing responsibility

The new consultants will have continuing responsibility for the care of their patients and for the proper functioning of the department. However, it is expected that the appointee will wish to embrace the team-based approach to patient care and parental communication that the consultant neonatologists work to. The new consultants will share in the provision of cover for consultant colleagues on leave.

Subspecialty interest

The job plan for the new consultants will include time for the development of a special interest, which will be encouraged and welcomed. Subspecialty interests complementing the departments existing range are cardiology, respiratory, developmental outcome, nutrition, transport medicine, research and medical education.

Non-clinical duties

The new appointees will be expected to take part in the non-clinical activities of the department including full participation in the training and supervision of junior doctors and other staff, participation in clinical audit, continuing professional development as defined by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, clinical governance, and annual appraisal / revalidation. The consultants will undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of their patients and the running of the clinical department.

Job description Job responsibilities NICU Service The NICU Service Consultant is responsible for the day-to-day running of the neonatal unit, including morning and afternoon handover ward rounds and supervision of junior medical staff. All admitted patients are allocated to the NICU Service Consultant of the week. Transitional & Perinatal Care / Medical Education The Transitional Care Consultant is responsible for the day-to-day running of the transitional care ward, including morning ward rounds and supervision of junior medical staff. Fetal medicine liaison and antenatal counselling services are also provided by this consultant. All inborn infants are allocated to the TCW Consultant of the week unless admitted to NICU. Undergraduate medical student teaching including an end-of-week formal feedback session is delivered by the TCW Consultant, as are the multi-professional education sessions for the NICU nursing and junior medical staff. Southwest Neonatal Advice and Retrieval Service (SoNAR) The Transport Consultant undertakes telephone liaison with all Peninsula units each morning as well as the SoNAR North Hub to co-ordinate and undertake neonatal transfers as necessary during working hours Monday to Friday. Out-of-hours medical cover is provided from the North Hub. Opportunity exists to partake in this voluntarily outside job-plan, remunerated by extra-contractual arrangements. On Call Week The fourth service week consists of Mon-Thurs on call cover resident until after the 9pm NICU ward round and then non-resident. It is expected that the consultant will be fully available to respond to clinical service needs during on-service weeks (external commitments must not compromise this). Continuing responsibility The new consultants will have continuing responsibility for the care of their patients and for the proper functioning of the department. However, it is expected that the appointee will wish to embrace the team-based approach to patient care and parental communication that the consultant neonatologists work to. The new consultants will share in the provision of cover for consultant colleagues on leave. Subspecialty interest The job plan for the new consultants will include time for the development of a special interest, which will be encouraged and welcomed. Subspecialty interests complementing the departments existing range are cardiology, respiratory, developmental outcome, nutrition, transport medicine, research and medical education. Non-clinical duties The new appointees will be expected to take part in the non-clinical activities of the department including full participation in the training and supervision of junior doctors and other staff, participation in clinical audit, continuing professional development as defined by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, clinical governance, and annual appraisal / revalidation. The consultants will undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of their patients and the running of the clinical department.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications & special training

Essential

• oFull GMC Registration oRegistration on the Specialist Register oCCST/CCT in Paediatrics (Neonatal Medicine) or equivalent qualification overseas OR CCST/CCT in Paediatrics (with a minimum of EITHER 3 years post-core neonatal training in a UK tertiary neonatal centre OR 2 years post-core neonatal training in a UK tertiary neonatal centre AND 1 year of training in an allied specialty eg. Paediatric cardiology, genetics, paediatric intensive care, paediatric neurology) (or eligible for CCT and registration with training as above within 6 months of interview) oMRCPCH (or equivalent)

Desirable

• oAble to demonstrate recent experience and practice in neonatal medicine as a sub specialist oMSc, DM, PhD or equiv. higher degree

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

• oWide neonatal experience including Neonatal Transport oAdvanced skills in neonatal medicine. oNLS Provider course (or APLS or equivalent) oBasic skills in information technology oValid level 3 safeguarding training oEvidence of teaching medical undergraduates, junior doctors, and other health care professional staff oEvidence of commitment to lifelong learning oEvidence of previous management experience

Desirable

• oSpecial interest within neonatology oSkills in diagnostic & functional neonatal echocardiography oAPLS, NLS, ARNI or EPLS instructor oAdvanced IT skills. oAppraisal and assessment training oFormal training in education oExperience of organising teaching programmes or specific teaching events. oCompletion of management training course

APTITUDE & ABILITIES

Essential

• oAbility to coordinate and manage the sick infant who requires transport oUnderstanding of the principles and importance of clinical governance. oKnowledge and experience of clinical audit, including one or more completed projects. oLogical, analytical, and self-critical approach to clinical practice. oEvidence of understanding of research techniques & design, and the ability to interpret published results. oAbility and commitment to practice evidence-based medicine.

Desirable

• oFormal training in neonatal transport medicine oExperience of air transport oFormal audit training oAbility to demonstrate achievement of change. oPotential to develop and lead local and Network Neonatal Services. oPublished works in peer reviewed journals oAbility to supervise research. oCommitment to continuing research

DISPOSITION / ATTITUDE / MOTIVATION

Essential

• oClear evidence of career progression oLeadership skills oExcellent verbal and written communication skills in English. oCan work as part of a multiprofessional team. oCan prioritise work and manage own time.

Desirable

• oWillingness and enthusiasm to develop special areas and interests

Person Specification Education, qualifications & special training Essential oFull GMC Registration oRegistration on the Specialist Register oCCST/CCT in Paediatrics (Neonatal Medicine) or equivalent qualification overseas OR CCST/CCT in Paediatrics (with a minimum of EITHER 3 years post-core neonatal training in a UK tertiary neonatal centre OR 2 years post-core neonatal training in a UK tertiary neonatal centre AND 1 year of training in an allied specialty eg. Paediatric cardiology, genetics, paediatric intensive care, paediatric neurology) (or eligible for CCT and registration with training as above within 6 months of interview) oMRCPCH (or equivalent) Desirable oAble to demonstrate recent experience and practice in neonatal medicine as a sub specialist oMSc, DM, PhD or equiv. higher degree KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Essential oWide neonatal experience including Neonatal Transport oAdvanced skills in neonatal medicine. oNLS Provider course (or APLS or equivalent) oBasic skills in information technology oValid level 3 safeguarding training oEvidence of teaching medical undergraduates, junior doctors, and other health care professional staff oEvidence of commitment to lifelong learning oEvidence of previous management experience Desirable oSpecial interest within neonatology oSkills in diagnostic & functional neonatal echocardiography oAPLS, NLS, ARNI or EPLS instructor oAdvanced IT skills. oAppraisal and assessment training oFormal training in education oExperience of organising teaching programmes or specific teaching events. oCompletion of management training course APTITUDE & ABILITIES Essential oAbility to coordinate and manage the sick infant who requires transport oUnderstanding of the principles and importance of clinical governance. oKnowledge and experience of clinical audit, including one or more completed projects. oLogical, analytical, and self-critical approach to clinical practice. oEvidence of understanding of research techniques & design, and the ability to interpret published results. oAbility and commitment to practice evidence-based medicine. Desirable oFormal training in neonatal transport medicine oExperience of air transport oFormal audit training oAbility to demonstrate achievement of change. oPotential to develop and lead local and Network Neonatal Services. oPublished works in peer reviewed journals oAbility to supervise research. oCommitment to continuing research DISPOSITION / ATTITUDE / MOTIVATION Essential oClear evidence of career progression oLeadership skills oExcellent verbal and written communication skills in English. oCan work as part of a multiprofessional team. oCan prioritise work and manage own time. Desirable oWillingness and enthusiasm to develop special areas and interests

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford Hospital

Derriford

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford Hospital

Derriford

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for a Locum Consultant to join our team and provide expert senior decision-making is at the heart of successful patient care whether that is in the community, attending our ambulatory unit or following admission to the wards.If you want to make a difference to patients at the interface of primary and acute secondary care then we want to hear from you. There are opportunities for sessional AFU working, support to our virtual Frailty ward, ED in-reach and specialty input to MAU. If your skills and interests are towards inpatient care then we can work to create a job plan tailored to that: general geriatric medicine and subspecialty working are equally important in ensuring that frail patients get excellent care wherever they are admitted within the hospital.

Main duties of the job

Please see the attached comprehensive advert, job description and person specification as full details of the main duties of the job role and timetable are available within this document.

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Details

Date posted

08 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Locum

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

216-G1-GER8222126-A

Job locations

Derriford hospital

Derriford road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached comprehensive advert, job description and person specification as this contains the full details of the advertised role.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached comprehensive advert, job description and person specification as this contains the full details of the advertised role.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Professional Training

Essential

• MRCP (UK) or equivalent.
• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for geriatric medicine and general internal medicine, through either: a) Completion of Specialist Training (CCT) - or be within 6 months of completion at the date of interview. b) Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) c) European Community Rights

Desirable

• Relevant higher degree (MD/PhD)
• Qualification in Medical Education

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Extensive medical experience at registrar or consultant level; competency to manage on-call emergencies at senior level

Desirable

• Special interest in orthogeriatric medicine OR Special interest in community geriatrics OR Special interest in acute frailty

Management Skills

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of the NHS and clinical governance
• Experience of working with managers to improve patient experience and service delivery

Desirable

• Involvement in service development and enacting change
• Ability to lead clinical services

Audit, Research and Teaching

Essential

• Recent involvement in clinical audit & quality improvement
• Understanding of clinical research
• Understanding of teaching principles for undergraduate, postgraduate and interdisciplinary learners

Desirable

• Relevant published papers in peer reviewed journals
• Involvement in ongoing research
• Experience in teaching, Particularly a multi-professional team
• Enthusiasm to develop research & educational opportunities

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to lead, motivate, support and work within a multi-disciplinary team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High professional and ethical standards
• Commitment to continuous professional development; attendance at relevant courses or meetings
• Regular participation in appraisal and evidence of reflective practice
• Basic computer/IT skills

Desirable

• Proven ability to organise and prioritise workload, delegating as appropriate
• Advanced communication skills
• Advanced leadership skills
• Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
• Ability to balance competing pressures that come from holding multiple roles

Person Specification Qualifications and Professional Training Essential MRCP (UK) or equivalent. Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for geriatric medicine and general internal medicine, through either: a) Completion of Specialist Training (CCT) - or be within 6 months of completion at the date of interview. b) Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) c) European Community Rights Desirable Relevant higher degree (MD/PhD) Qualification in Medical Education Clinical Experience Essential Extensive medical experience at registrar or consultant level; competency to manage on-call emergencies at senior level Desirable Special interest in orthogeriatric medicine OR Special interest in community geriatrics OR Special interest in acute frailty Management Skills Essential Knowledge and understanding of the NHS and clinical governance Experience of working with managers to improve patient experience and service delivery Desirable Involvement in service development and enacting change Ability to lead clinical services Audit, Research and Teaching Essential Recent involvement in clinical audit & quality improvement Understanding of clinical research Understanding of teaching principles for undergraduate, postgraduate and interdisciplinary learners Desirable Relevant published papers in peer reviewed journals Involvement in ongoing research Experience in teaching, Particularly a multi-professional team Enthusiasm to develop research & educational opportunities Personal Attributes Essential Ability to lead, motivate, support and work within a multi-disciplinary team Excellent written and verbal communication skills High professional and ethical standards Commitment to continuous professional development; attendance at relevant courses or meetings Regular participation in appraisal and evidence of reflective practice Basic computer/IT skills Desirable Proven ability to organise and prioritise workload, delegating as appropriate Advanced communication skills Advanced leadership skills Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels Ability to balance competing pressures that come from holding multiple roles

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford hospital

Derriford road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford hospital

Derriford road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

At University Hospitals Plymouth we have a Comprehensive Stroke Centre and provide the Mechanical Thrombectomy Service for the Southwest Peninsula. This currently runs 7 days a week but not overnight. We are expanding the service to 24/7 service to the South West Peninsula over the coming months and seeking to expand our workforce to be part of this development. The Senior Clinical Fellow post in Stroke is based in Derriford Hospital in Plymouth. This is a new post which, whilst not a training post, will work with the SpRs in the Peninsula Training Programme and your duties will be similar. Whatever your career aims, this job will enable you to gain specialist experience in Hyper Acute, Acute and Rehab services for stroke.

Main duties of the job

Assessing and initiating treatment, including IV thrombolysis for patients presenting with suspected acute stroke (under consultant supervision) Providing medical input for patients requiring treatment with mechanical thrombectomy (including receiving referrals from other hospitals) Involvement on HASU and ASU, directly working with the stroke consultant in the running of the ward There will also be non-stroke clinical work, comprising approximately 20% of clinical work. This will vary based on the applicant's medical background and the needs of the hospital. This will involve a proportion of the clinical work being within other departments, including Geriatrics, Neurology, Acute Medicine and Rehabilitation medicine.

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Job summary

We're excited to invite a Consultant Anaesthetist to join our dynamic, forward-thinking department! This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience or interest in peri-operative allergy to make a real impact in a supportive and innovative environment. Experience of major general neuroanaesthesia, regional anaesthesia and working in a major trauma centre would also be of value. We also would value an active interest in research as we work towards being a centre of research excellence.

Our department has proudly held ACSA Accreditation since 2015 and is known for its clinical excellence, strong research culture, and positive feedback from rotating trainees. We are a warm, collaborative team that values professional development, education, and teamwork.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds. We support a range offlexible workingoptions to help you achieve a healthy work-life balance.

You'll also enjoy a vibrant social programme and our dedicated anaesthetic coffee room -- fondly known as theBack Bar.

Located on the beautiful Devon/Cornwall border, Plymouth offers the perfect mix of city living and access to the moors and coast, with excellent transport links nearby.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Consultant Anaesthetist to join our team, providing high-quality anaesthesia services across a broad range of specialties, including general surgery, major trauma, obstetrics, and neurosurgery (all covered by on call duties) At the heart of our service is a commitment to delivering compassionate, person-centred care of the highest standard. A requirement of this job is to be able to run our peri-operative allergy clinic independently.

In addition to clinical duties, you will contribute to teaching and training through our partnership with the University of Plymouth. This includes mentoring junior doctors, delivering lectures, and supporting both undergraduate and postgraduate clinical learning. You'll also be encouraged to participate in continuing medical education and quality improvement activities.

As our department evolves, your job plan will adapt to support both service needs and your professional interests. We are expanding, which also gives you the opportunity to help shape and create care for our community for the future.

We are proud to be an inclusive, welcoming team and are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) across our workforce. We value flexible working and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and working patterns

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Job summary

The Lead Nursewill provide expert autonomous clinical practice whilst leading the strategic development, implementation and evaluation of an integrated Continence, Catheter and Intermittent Self-Catheterisation (ISC) Service across outpatient, community and interface services. The post holder will lead the redesign of bladder dysfunction pathways, ensuring equitable access to high-quality continence care for adults with complex lower urinary tract dysfunction, including patients requiring intermittent self-catheterisation following neurological injury, Cauda Equina Syndrome, spinal pathology, chronic urinary retention and other urological conditions. Working at an advanced level of clinical practice across the four pillars of Advanced Clinical Practice (Clinical Practice, Leadership & Management, Education and Research), the ACP will work autonomously to assess, diagnose, investigate, treat and manage patients whilst leading service transformation across the organisation. The role will provide expert leadership for catheter care, continence management, bladder rehabilitation and patient education, ensuring compliance with national guidance, NHS Long Term Plan priorities and GIRFT recommendations.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Main duties of the job

Key Dimensions:

Practise autonomously within scope of Advanced Clinical Practice by:

• Undertaking comprehensive advanced clinical assessment.
• Requesting and interpreting diagnostic investigations.
• Diagnosing lower urinary tract dysfunction.
• Managing complex bladder disorders.
• Prescribing independently where qualified.
• Developing holistic management plans.
• Performing advanced bladder assessment.
• Managing complex catheter-related complications.
• Managing patients with neurogenic bladder dysfunction.
• Leading independent continence clinics.
• Managing complex patients without direct medical supervision where appropriate

***Please note that applications from temporary workers who have been engaged with the Trust for a minimum of 3 months are welcome.

Available as a fixed term contract or secondment opportunity. (With current line manager's agreement). ***

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Details

Date posted

25 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

216-PL-DD8198738-B

Job locations

Derriford Hospital

Plymouth

PL68DH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Develop comprehensive pathways for:

• Continence assessment
• Catheter management
• Trial Without Catheter (TWOC)
• Female ISC
• Male ISC
• Suprapubic catheter management
• Long-term catheter review
• Neurogenic bladder
• Cauda Equina Syndrome
• Community catheter services
• GP referral pathways
• Community rehabilitation
• Pelvic Health Services

Develop:

• Standard Operating Procedures
• Clinical Guidelines
• Care Pathways
• Referral Criteria
• Patient Group Directions (where appropriate)
• Electronic documentation
• Digital referral systems
• Patient education resources

Ensure seamless transition between:

• Acute Care
• Outpatients
• Community Services
• Primary Care
• Rehabilitation Services

Develop competency frameworks for:

• Female ISC
• Male ISC
• Neurogenic bladder
• Learning disability adaptations
• Neurodivergent patients
• Patients with reduced dexterity
• Patients requiring assisted ISC

COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Work collaboratively with:

• Neurosurgery
• Orthopaedics
• Neurology
• Rehabilitation Medicine
• Physiotherapy
• Community Continence Teams
• Specialist Urology Services

*** See JD for full job details

Job description Job responsibilities PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Develop comprehensive pathways for: Continence assessment Catheter management Trial Without Catheter (TWOC) Female ISC Male ISC Suprapubic catheter management Long-term catheter review Neurogenic bladder Cauda Equina Syndrome Community catheter services GP referral pathways Community rehabilitation Pelvic Health Services Develop: Standard Operating Procedures Clinical Guidelines Care Pathways Referral Criteria Patient Group Directions (where appropriate) Electronic documentation Digital referral systems Patient education resources Ensure seamless transition between: Acute Care Outpatients Community Services Primary Care Rehabilitation Services Develop competency frameworks for: Female ISC Male ISC Neurogenic bladder Learning disability adaptations Neurodivergent patients Patients with reduced dexterity Patients requiring assisted ISC COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS Work collaboratively with: Neurosurgery Orthopaedics Neurology Rehabilitation Medicine Physiotherapy Community Continence Teams Specialist Urology Services *** See JD for full job details

Person Specification

.Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• oRecent demonstrable experience in Urology
• oDemonstrable management ability and leadership experience
• oExcellent clinical and practical skills
• oDemonstrable experience of education and supervision
• oProven advanced clinical skills

Desirable

• oProven EPIC knowledge
• oProven awareness of functional urological procedures

Qualifications

Essential

• oPrimary Nurse or AHP qualification
• Prescribing qualification (or working towards)
• oEducation/Mentorship course or willing to complete
• oProven evidence of relevant, recent study.

Desirable

• oManagement/Leadership training
• oTeaching qualification

APTITUDE & ABILITIES

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• oProven ability to communicate with patients and their families in an empathetic manner regarding treatment and procedures
• oProven ability to recognise and analyse complex situations
• oIndependent and autonomous practitioner
• oProven effective communication skills

Desirable

• oWillingness to develop new protocols

Person Specification .Knowledge and Experience Essential oRecent demonstrable experience in Urology oDemonstrable management ability and leadership experience oExcellent clinical and practical skills oDemonstrable experience of education and supervision oProven advanced clinical skills Desirable oProven EPIC knowledge oProven awareness of functional urological procedures Qualifications Essential oPrimary Nurse or AHP qualification Prescribing qualification (or working towards) oEducation/Mentorship course or willing to complete oProven evidence of relevant, recent study. Desirable oManagement/Leadership training oTeaching qualification APTITUDE & ABILITIES Essential Excellent communication skills oProven ability to communicate with patients and their families in an empathetic manner regarding treatment and procedures oProven ability to recognise and analyse complex situations oIndependent and autonomous practitioner oProven effective communication skills Desirable oWillingness to develop new protocols

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford Hospital

Plymouth

PL68DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford Hospital

Plymouth

PL68DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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