Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Burns and Plastic Surgery Consultant

The closing date is 21 April 2026

Job summary

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital provides centre-level intensive burn care for adults and High dependency unit level care for non-ventilated paediatric burn injuries up to 30% Total Body Surface Area (TBSA).

This is the only major burns centre providing acute, reconstructive and rehabilitation burn care of the highest quality to a population of 17 million people in London and the South East of England as part of the Regional Burns Network.

The unit contains 16 adult beds, including four with intensive care capabilities and also 6 paediatric beds with access to Paediatric high dependency.

The Consultant, nursing and allied health professional cohorts at our Hospital form a cohesive, multidisciplinary team involved in relevant decision-making forums for Burn care including the major trauma network, the executive group of the British Burns Association and the London and South East Burns Network.

Main duties of the job

Responsibility for inpatient and outpatient management with 6 other Burns Surgeons and close working with the other team members to provide the highest possible standards of care in diagnosis and management of children and adults with burns.

Specialist Burns MDT attendance.

Collaborative working with the Burns MDT and wider Plastic Surgery Unit.

Involvement in a 1 in 7 on call for burns trauma with prospective cover.

Facilitate 7 day per week Consultant 'on-site' cover at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.

Contribution to postgraduate teaching of ST grades and StR grades.

Lead for the existing work experience programme for prospective medical students

About us

Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.

We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.

If you haven't heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probation. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Details

Date posted

07 April 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

Depending on experience £109,725 - £145,478 per annum.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

289-PC-185

Job locations

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Road

London

SW10 9NH


Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsibility for inpatient and outpatient management with 6 other Burns Surgeons and close working with the other team members to provide the highest possible standards of care in diagnosis and management of children and adults with burns.

Specialist Burns MDT attendance.

Collaborative working with the Burns MDT and wider Plastic Surgery Unit.

Involvement in a 1 in 7 on call for burns trauma with prospective cover.

Facilitate 7 day per week Consultant on-site cover at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.

Contribution to postgraduate teaching of ST grades and StR grades.

Lead for the existing work experience programme for prospective medical students

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsibility for inpatient and outpatient management with 6 other Burns Surgeons and close working with the other team members to provide the highest possible standards of care in diagnosis and management of children and adults with burns.

Specialist Burns MDT attendance.

Collaborative working with the Burns MDT and wider Plastic Surgery Unit.

Involvement in a 1 in 7 on call for burns trauma with prospective cover.

Facilitate 7 day per week Consultant on-site cover at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.

Contribution to postgraduate teaching of ST grades and StR grades.

Lead for the existing work experience programme for prospective medical students

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • UK registerable Medical Degree
  • FRCS (plast) or equivalent
  • Attained CCT or within 6 months of the interview date and /or on the GMC Specialist Register
  • GMC Registration
  • Past record of academic achievement. Publications

Desirable

  • Level 3 safeguarding for children
  • Burns fellowship experience

Previous Experience

Essential

  • Wide and in depth training in burns and plastic surgery
  • Established record in Surgery education
  • Experience of managing burns and plastic surgery trauma
  • Track record in delivering service improvement initiatives

Desirable

  • Significant and relevant experience at consultant level
  • Management training or qualification
Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • UK registerable Medical Degree
  • FRCS (plast) or equivalent
  • Attained CCT or within 6 months of the interview date and /or on the GMC Specialist Register
  • GMC Registration
  • Past record of academic achievement. Publications

Desirable

  • Level 3 safeguarding for children
  • Burns fellowship experience

Previous Experience

Essential

  • Wide and in depth training in burns and plastic surgery
  • Established record in Surgery education
  • Experience of managing burns and plastic surgery trauma
  • Track record in delivering service improvement initiatives

Desirable

  • Significant and relevant experience at consultant level
  • Management training or qualification

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Road

London

SW10 9NH


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Road

London

SW10 9NH


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Assistant Service Manager

Felicity Callow

felicity.callow@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

07 April 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

Depending on experience £109,725 - £145,478 per annum.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

289-PC-185

Job locations

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Road

London

SW10 9NH


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