South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Senior Clinical Fellow Trauma & Orthopaedics

The closing date is 22 April 2026

Job summary

SOUTH WARWICKSHIRE UNIVERISTY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

SENIOR CLINICAL FELLOW IN HIP AND KNEE ARTHROPLASTY

FULL TIME - NO BANDING

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for the post of Senior Clinical Fellow in Hip and Knee Arthroplasty within its established and high-performing Arthroplasty Unit.

This post is offered in collaboration with Johnson & Johnson Medical Ltd and is suitable for an experienced orthopaedic surgeon who can undertake primary lower limb arthroplasty independently, and who wishes to further develop skills in advanced techniques and revision surgery within a supportive, consultant-led service.

Essential Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Hold FRCS (Orth) or equivalent
  • Have full GMC registration at the time of interview
  • Have a minimum of 5 years' experience at Specialist Registrar level (or equivalent) in Trauma & Orthopaedics
  • Post CCT or equivalent (desirable)
  • Demonstrate competence in independent primary hip and knee arthroplasty

The Arthroplasty Unit at South Warwickshire is recognised as one of the most efficient services nationally, with astrong multidisciplinary approach to elective care.

The post will commence from August 2026, for a period of one year.

To arrange an informal visit, please contact Lily-May Collins 01926 495321 ext 8772 or Lily-May.Collins@swft.nhs.uk

Main duties of the job

  • To provide senior clinical care within the hip and knee arthroplasty service, supporting safe and efficient elective delivery.

  • To undertake independent primary hip and knee arthroplasty and participate in advanced and revision surgery within agreed competencies.

  • To manage elective outpatient clinics and provide peri-operative inpatient care, including post-operative management and early recognition of complications.

  • To work closely with consultant colleagues and actively participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings to support coordinated patient care and effective discharge planning.

  • To contribute to theatre efficiency, patient flow, and elective productivity targets.

  • To support the supervision of junior doctors and contribute to audit, quality improvement, and clinical governance activity.

About us

With our central location and great transport links we are closer than you might think. We are located in the heart of England with easy access to the motorway network and a good railway service. Warwickshire is accessible from many nearby cities including Birmingham, Leicester, Northampton, Oxford and Worcestershire.

Surrounded by a collection of picturesque towns and villages, there is always a lot to see and do across the County. Numerous sport and leisure venues, theatres, parks and great shopping facilities make Warwickshire an idyllic place to work and live.

As well as enjoying where you work, we want all our staff to lead happy and healthy lives. That's why we offer many benefits to support this, such as flexible working opportunities and onsite subsidised restaurant at our hospitals in Warwick and Leamington Spa, as well as a number of recognition awards.

Details

Date posted

08 April 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

Depending on experience Dependant on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

203-S1898

Job locations

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Warwick

CV34 5BW


Job description

Job responsibilities

The post is available from August 2026 for a fixed term period of one year.

The post will be ideally suited for those who wish to pursue a career in joint replacement surgery. The successful applicant will be responsible for coordinating the Depuy trials/research within the Department.

The post holder will also supply the data for research and development. They will participate in both Outpatients and Elective surgery, closely supervised by senior Orthopaedic Consultants.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post is available from August 2026 for a fixed term period of one year.

The post will be ideally suited for those who wish to pursue a career in joint replacement surgery. The successful applicant will be responsible for coordinating the Depuy trials/research within the Department.

The post holder will also supply the data for research and development. They will participate in both Outpatients and Elective surgery, closely supervised by senior Orthopaedic Consultants.

Person Specification

Professional Qualifications/Experience

Essential

  • FRCS(Orth) / MRCS or equivalent

Desirable

  • Evidence of a commitment to Lower Limb athroplasty as a career.
Person Specification

Professional Qualifications/Experience

Essential

  • FRCS(Orth) / MRCS or equivalent

Desirable

  • Evidence of a commitment to Lower Limb athroplasty as a career.

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

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Warwick

CV34 5BW


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Warwick

CV34 5BW


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Service Manager

Lily-May Collins

Lily-May.Collins@swft.nhs.uk

01926495321

Details

Date posted

08 April 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

Depending on experience Dependant on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

203-S1898

Job locations

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Warwick

CV34 5BW


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