University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Fixed Term Consultant T&O – Major Trauma with an interest in Knee

The closing date is 27 April 2026

Job summary

Applications are invited for a Locum Consultant in Trauma & Orthopaedics - Major Trauma with an interest in Knee. The appointed candidate is expected to perform all aspects of orthopaedic trauma. It is essential that they are able to treat all aspects of trauma around the knee. The role will cover trauma operating with fracture clinics (including virtual), ward rounds, trauma operating, elective operating and other roles necessary to support the department. Elective surgery is undertaken at the SOTC which is a GIRFT accredited HVLC Hub. The appointee is expected to support the polytrauma and acute knee service. The appointee is expected to be committed to the improvement of quality of clinical care and to participate in incident reporting, risk management and Clinical Unit Governance Meetings which are held every other month. Attendance to such meetings is obligatory outside of mitigating circumstances.

Main duties of the job

o Undertaking administrative duties associated with patient care. o Work and support all members of the clinical team in theatres, clinics and wards. o Day to day management of patients, liaison with trauma nurse practitioners and participation in meetings. o Undertake and be up to date with mandatory training. o Observe the rules and policies together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations. o Ensure to maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff. The on-call responsibility for this post will include participation in polytrauma rota - 1 in 16 weekdays and 1 in 12 weekends. (3% Category A ).

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Details

Date posted

13 April 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-RSCHPRHFTCONT&O-628

Job locations

RSCH/PRH and must be prepared to travel to all sites within the Trust

Eastern Rd

Brighton / Haywards Heath

BN2 5BE


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.

Person Specification

Experience/ Qualifications

Essential

  • Basic medical degree
  • FRCSOrth or appropriate specialist qualification or its recognised equivalent.
  • Full and specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the GMC or be eligible for registration within six months of the interview. o If you trained in the UK, you must also have a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Orthopaedics or be within six months of receiving it by the interview date. o If you trained outside the UK, you must provide evidence that your qualifications are equivalent to the UK CCT. (Equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)

Desirable

  • Higher Degree
  • BSc, MSc, MD

Clinical Skills and Experience

Essential

  • Minimum of 6 months' post CCT fellowship experience major trauma
  • Minimum of 6 months post CCT knee surgery.

Desirable

  • 12 months' post CCT fellowship experience major trauma
  • 12 months post CCT knee surgery
  • Consultant level experience

Knowledge

Desirable

  • Breadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation and Planning

Essential

  • Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
  • Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints

Desirable

  • Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Teaching Skills

Essential

  • Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Desirable

  • Recognised teaching qualification

Academic and Research

Essential

  • Evidence of participation in audit

Desirable

  • Research experience
  • Publications
  • Prizes and honours

Career Progression

Essential

  • Appropriate progression of career to date

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
Person Specification

Experience/ Qualifications

Essential

  • Basic medical degree
  • FRCSOrth or appropriate specialist qualification or its recognised equivalent.
  • Full and specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the GMC or be eligible for registration within six months of the interview. o If you trained in the UK, you must also have a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Orthopaedics or be within six months of receiving it by the interview date. o If you trained outside the UK, you must provide evidence that your qualifications are equivalent to the UK CCT. (Equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)

Desirable

  • Higher Degree
  • BSc, MSc, MD

Clinical Skills and Experience

Essential

  • Minimum of 6 months' post CCT fellowship experience major trauma
  • Minimum of 6 months post CCT knee surgery.

Desirable

  • 12 months' post CCT fellowship experience major trauma
  • 12 months post CCT knee surgery
  • Consultant level experience

Knowledge

Desirable

  • Breadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation and Planning

Essential

  • Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
  • Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints

Desirable

  • Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Teaching Skills

Essential

  • Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Desirable

  • Recognised teaching qualification

Academic and Research

Essential

  • Evidence of participation in audit

Desirable

  • Research experience
  • Publications
  • Prizes and honours

Career Progression

Essential

  • Appropriate progression of career to date

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written

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 Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

RSCH/PRH and must be prepared to travel to all sites within the Trust

Eastern Rd

Brighton / Haywards Heath

BN2 5BE


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

RSCH/PRH and must be prepared to travel to all sites within the Trust

Eastern Rd

Brighton / Haywards Heath

BN2 5BE


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Director for MSK

Enis Guryel

e.guryel@nhs.net

01273696955

Details

Date posted

13 April 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-RSCHPRHFTCONT&O-628

Job locations

RSCH/PRH and must be prepared to travel to all sites within the Trust

Eastern Rd

Brighton / Haywards Heath

BN2 5BE


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