Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
This is a FIXED TERM contract with the position commencing ASAP.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
This is a full time post in Breast Surgery, based at the Princess Anne Hospital. This post is subject to extension subject to portfolio pathway gateway reviews
The main clinical duties of the post will be:
-To be involved in the delivery of care in breast surgery, including care of urgent and emergency breast admissions during working hours.
-To further develop clinical (and research if desired) skills in breast and oncoplastic surgery while benefiting from a structured and supportive training framework designed to:
-Facilitate specialist registration through a systematic program aligned to GMC Portfolio Pathway guidance.
-Tailor the experience to your background and skills, helping you evidence the JCST curriculum competencies.
-Provide flexibility, supporting completion within a reasonable timeframe.
-Focus on measurable, outcome-driven training that meets JCST and GMC standards.
-Support your professional and personal growth, preparing you for the diverse responsibilities of a consultant.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a full time post in Breast Surgery, based at the Princess Anne Hospital. This post is subject to extension subject to portfolio pathway gateway reviews
The main clinical duties of the post will be:
-To be involved in the delivery of care in breast surgery, including care of urgent and emergency breast admissions during working hours.
-To further develop clinical (and research if desired) skills in breast and oncoplastic surgery while benefiting from a structured and supportive training framework designed to:
-Facilitate specialist registration through a systematic program aligned to GMC Portfolio Pathway guidance.
-Tailor the experience to your background and skills, helping you evidence the JCST curriculum competencies.
-Provide flexibility, supporting completion within a reasonable timeframe.
-Focus on measurable, outcome-driven training that meets JCST and GMC standards.
-Support your professional and personal growth, preparing you for the diverse responsibilities of a consultant.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists). Applicants requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.
Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave.
Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay) Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5;-Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training-Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS)-A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee)
Interviews will be held on: 7th November 2025
This vacancy closes on or before: 17th October 2025
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a full time post in Breast Surgery, based at the Princess Anne Hospital. This post is subject to extension subject to portfolio pathway gateway reviews
The main clinical duties of the post will be:
-To be involved in the delivery of care in breast surgery, including care of urgent and emergency breast admissions during working hours.
-To further develop clinical (and research if desired) skills in breast and oncoplastic surgery while benefiting from a structured and supportive training framework designed to:
-Facilitate specialist registration through a systematic program aligned to GMC Portfolio Pathway guidance.
-Tailor the experience to your background and skills, helping you evidence the JCST curriculum competencies.
-Provide flexibility, supporting completion within a reasonable timeframe.
-Focus on measurable, outcome-driven training that meets JCST and GMC standards.
-Support your professional and personal growth, preparing you for the diverse responsibilities of a consultant.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists). Applicants requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.
Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave.
Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay) Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5;-Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training-Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS)-A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee)
Interviews will be held on: 7th November 2025
This vacancy closes on or before: 17th October 2025
Person Specification
Qualifications, Training & Experience
Essential
- FRCS or Equivalent
- Experienced to ST7/8 level or equivalent (refer to JCST breast curriculum)
- GMC registration with a licence to practise
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
- Specialist breast surgery qualification / European Board of Breast Surgery Exam or equivalent
- Recent experience in breast surgery 12- 18 months specialist breast surgery within past 24 months
- Experience in Surgical aspects of Breast Screening
- Commitment to working within National Guidelines for Breast Cancer Management
- Experience in the management of breast disease and breast sepsis
Desirable
- NHS experience
- Further higher degree
- CCT or equivalent
- Membership of the Association of Breast Surgery and/or other relevant subspecialty associations
- Evidence of research and publications
- Experience in Oncoplastic and Reconstructive Breast Surgery
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- An understanding of Portfolio Pathway guidance on progress and application as per published by GMC and JCST in Breast Surgery.
- Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams
- Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
- Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Appropriate career progression consistent with personal circumstances and level of application. Evidence of CPD.
- Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
Desirable
- Experience in clinical governance
- The ability to make significant contributions and developments to established services.
- IT skills
- Up to date statutory and mandatory training
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Person Specification
Qualifications, Training & Experience
Essential
- FRCS or Equivalent
- Experienced to ST7/8 level or equivalent (refer to JCST breast curriculum)
- GMC registration with a licence to practise
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
- Specialist breast surgery qualification / European Board of Breast Surgery Exam or equivalent
- Recent experience in breast surgery 12- 18 months specialist breast surgery within past 24 months
- Experience in Surgical aspects of Breast Screening
- Commitment to working within National Guidelines for Breast Cancer Management
- Experience in the management of breast disease and breast sepsis
Desirable
- NHS experience
- Further higher degree
- CCT or equivalent
- Membership of the Association of Breast Surgery and/or other relevant subspecialty associations
- Evidence of research and publications
- Experience in Oncoplastic and Reconstructive Breast Surgery
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- An understanding of Portfolio Pathway guidance on progress and application as per published by GMC and JCST in Breast Surgery.
- Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams
- Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
- Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Appropriate career progression consistent with personal circumstances and level of application. Evidence of CPD.
- Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
Desirable
- Experience in clinical governance
- The ability to make significant contributions and developments to established services.
- IT skills
- Up to date statutory and mandatory training
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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.
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).
