University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Locally Employed Foundation Year 1 in General Surgery

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Job summary

These posts are a 12 month fixed term contract under local Terms and Conditions of Service. Start dates to be discussed on appointment.

Although this is a service appointment, all FY1 doctors will have the opportunity to participate in the foundation training programme run by the hospital and you would be fully supported should you wish to complete the same competences as our F1s in training posts.

You will be assigned an Educational and Clinical Supervisor for the length of the post. Regular assessments will follow the model laid down in the National Curriculum for the Foundation Years in Postgraduate Education and Training.

Main duties of the job

You will be expected to participate in the day-to-day provision of routine and emergency medical care to a level appropriate to the Foundation Year 1 under the supervision of a senior member of the department.

The successful candidate will liaise with nursing, medical and Para-medical staff to ensure smooth running of the service and will be expected to keep senior colleagues informed and seek advice as and when necessary.

Please see the Job Description which has a rota template.

About us

As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together

Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.

In return we will offer:

  • Development opportunities, including both professional and leadership development
  • On-going support through every step of the way from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
  • A variety of other staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes

Key Facts about our Trust:

  • We see on average 4810 OP appointments per day.
  • We are the 4thbusiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
  • An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
  • Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
  • Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
  • We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
  • We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.

Details

Date posted

16 February 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£38,831 a year per annum. Plus Enhancements for OOH's working

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

320-MDQ-7659081-DP

Job locations

Queens Hospital Burton

Belvedere Road

Burton Upon Trent

DE13 0RB


Job description

Job responsibilities

The Trust is strongly placed to provide outreach and community-based clinics, all of which are supported by a dedicated team of clinical staff and senior managers. The Trust recognises the importance of working in the community, providing patients with the choice to access services in a setting that may be more amenable or comfortable for them.

The Trust has a keen interest and extensive involvement in Medical Education at both Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels. We work in partnership with Leicester Medical School, Health Education England in East Midlandsand Health Education England to provide quality education and training which meets the requirements of these regulatory bodies as well as the Trusts high standards of patient care.

All applicants must hold Full GMC with a licence to practice at time of application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Trust is strongly placed to provide outreach and community-based clinics, all of which are supported by a dedicated team of clinical staff and senior managers. The Trust recognises the importance of working in the community, providing patients with the choice to access services in a setting that may be more amenable or comfortable for them.

The Trust has a keen interest and extensive involvement in Medical Education at both Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels. We work in partnership with Leicester Medical School, Health Education England in East Midlandsand Health Education England to provide quality education and training which meets the requirements of these regulatory bodies as well as the Trusts high standards of patient care.

All applicants must hold Full GMC with a licence to practice at time of application.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Eligibility

Essential

  • MBBS / MBChB or equivalent
  • Full GMC Registration with a license to practice at time of application
  • Basic or Advanced Life Support

Desirable

  • MRCS or equivalent

Clinical Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Clinical experience and competencies commensurate with those detailed in the 'New Doctor' (GMC)
  • Completed a four week clinical attachment in the UK NHS
  • Up to date clinical knowledge in the relevant specialty and evidence of an understanding of its application

Desirable

  • Completed a four week clinical attachment in the UK NHS in General Surgery
  • Clinical experience with practical procedures associated with critical care
  • ATLS
  • PALS/APLS

Language and Communication Skills

Essential

  • Experience of formal presentations
  • Evidence of ability to work as part of an MDT, sharing administrative duties

Teaching Experience, Audit and Research

Desirable

  • Evidence and experience of supervising and teaching resident doctors and medical students
  • Any teaching courses or qualifications.
  • Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements relevant to the specialty
Person Specification

Qualifications and Eligibility

Essential

  • MBBS / MBChB or equivalent
  • Full GMC Registration with a license to practice at time of application
  • Basic or Advanced Life Support

Desirable

  • MRCS or equivalent

Clinical Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Clinical experience and competencies commensurate with those detailed in the 'New Doctor' (GMC)
  • Completed a four week clinical attachment in the UK NHS
  • Up to date clinical knowledge in the relevant specialty and evidence of an understanding of its application

Desirable

  • Completed a four week clinical attachment in the UK NHS in General Surgery
  • Clinical experience with practical procedures associated with critical care
  • ATLS
  • PALS/APLS

Language and Communication Skills

Essential

  • Experience of formal presentations
  • Evidence of ability to work as part of an MDT, sharing administrative duties

Teaching Experience, Audit and Research

Desirable

  • Evidence and experience of supervising and teaching resident doctors and medical students
  • Any teaching courses or qualifications.
  • Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements relevant to the specialty

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 of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queens Hospital Burton

Belvedere Road

Burton Upon Trent

DE13 0RB


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queens Hospital Burton

Belvedere Road

Burton Upon Trent

DE13 0RB


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Operational Co-ordinator

Harry Fairbrother

harry.fairbrother@nhs.net

01283511511

Details

Date posted

16 February 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£38,831 a year per annum. Plus Enhancements for OOH's working

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

320-MDQ-7659081-DP

Job locations

Queens Hospital Burton

Belvedere Road

Burton Upon Trent

DE13 0RB


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