Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Job Title: Consultant in Clinical Oncology (Breast and Urological Malignancies)Start Date: ASAPContract Type: Permanent
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is very pleased to offer a 10.25PA substantive Consultant Clinical Oncology post specialising in Breast and Urological Cancers (potentially including Prostate Brachytherapy). We are looking for a positive and motivated colleague to join our team and department.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
You will join a UHS-based team of 25 Consultants with 4 Consultants specialising in Breast Cancer and 5 Consultant specialising in Urological Cancers. The main duties will focus on the radiotherapy treatment of patients at UHS and in the wider region, including oligometastatic SABR and prostate SABR. In Urological Cancers there will be management of SACT for some patient cohorts. Candidates wishing to consider other disease sites in combination with one of Breast or Urological cancers are encouraged to apply and discuss possible options.
For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the requirements of the role.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Proposed interview date: 8th May 2026
This vacancy closes on or before 24th April 2026
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will join a UHS-based team of 25 Consultants with 4 Consultants specialising in Breast Cancer and 5 Consultant specialising in Urological Cancers. The main duties will focus on the radiotherapy treatment of patients at UHS and in the wider region, including oligometastatic SABR and prostate SABR. In Urological Cancers there will be management of SACT for some patient cohorts. Candidates wishing to consider other disease sites in combination with one of Breast or Urological cancers are encouraged to apply and discuss possible options.
For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the requirements of the role.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Proposed interview date: 8th May 2026
This vacancy closes on or before 24th April 2026
Person Specification
Qualifications, Training & Experience
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- GMC registration with a licence to practise
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
- MRCP or equivalent
- Broad experience in Clinical Oncology
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working
- Experience in the radiotherapy and SACT management of breast and urological cancers in the past 3 years
Desirable
- CCT in Clinical Oncology (including up to 6 months before CCT) or appropriate qualifications and experience to allow entry on to the Specialist Register
- Recognised training in academic oncology with postgraduate qualification
- Prostate Brachytherapy experience
- Significant experience in Oncology research
- Experience of working within the NHS
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
- Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
- Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
- Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
- Ability to manage staff and resources
- IT Skills
Desirable
- Track record or research including presentation and/or publications
Living Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Person Specification
Qualifications, Training & Experience
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- GMC registration with a licence to practise
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
- MRCP or equivalent
- Broad experience in Clinical Oncology
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working
- Experience in the radiotherapy and SACT management of breast and urological cancers in the past 3 years
Desirable
- CCT in Clinical Oncology (including up to 6 months before CCT) or appropriate qualifications and experience to allow entry on to the Specialist Register
- Recognised training in academic oncology with postgraduate qualification
- Prostate Brachytherapy experience
- Significant experience in Oncology research
- Experience of working within the NHS
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
- Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
- Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
- Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
- Ability to manage staff and resources
- IT Skills
Desirable
- Track record or research including presentation and/or publications
Living Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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).
