Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Trust Doctor in Trauma & Orthopaedics (ST1-5 equivalent)

The closing date is 29 May 2025

Job summary

The postholder will officially still be a trust doctor at a CT2-3 level. They are suitable for doctors who have had at least one year of Trauma & Orthopaedics experience since finishing Foundation level 2 and who would like a transition role to middle-grade level. This is a hybrid post with some well-supported day-time middle-grade duties and regular trauma operating, as well as some night time resident duties at a more junior level. The post would be of benefit for those finishing Core Training level 2 or equivalent level trust doctors who want more operating and middle grade decision-making experience before applying for ST3 in T&O. Likewise, they would also be of benefit to doctors looking to transition to middle grade level Specialty Doctors to become Specialist Doctors in the future, or to become Consultants via the portfolio route. Both of these routes could potentially be supported within T&O at North Devon District Hospital pending educational progression within your time as Trauma Fellow.

In all surgical specialties, the post holder will be expected to:

Be primary surgeon under supervision in trauma the

Main duties of the job

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.

About us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Date posted

22 May 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£49,909 to £61,825 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

185-827-10566

Job locations

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Barnstaple

Devon

EX31 4JB

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trauma Fellow position at North Devon District Hospital, based in our Trauma & Orthopaedics department.

Working Pattern: 40hrs per week

Interview Date: 6th June 2025

For further information please contact: Andrew Roberton, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon (andrew.roberton@nhs.net) or Lauren Oke, Operations Manager (lauren.oke@nhs.net)

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trauma Fellow position at North Devon District Hospital, based in our Trauma & Orthopaedics department.

Working Pattern: 40hrs per week

Interview Date: 6th June 2025

For further information please contact: Andrew Roberton, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon (andrew.roberton@nhs.net) or Lauren Oke, Operations Manager (lauren.oke@nhs.net)

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Barnstaple

Devon

EX31 4JB

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Barnstaple

Devon

EX31 4JB

Employer's website

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