Job summary
There never has been a more exciting time to join us; University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is now part of the Bristol NHS Group, aiming to deliver exceptional local services for local people and specialist services across the South West.
The Department of General Anaesthesia sits within the Division of Surgery; however, the wider anaesthesia service bridges four clinical divisions of UHBW: Surgery (general anaesthesia and critical care), Weston, Specialised Services (cardiac anaesthesia) and Women's and Children's (paediatric and obstetric anaesthesia).
The department of anaesthesia is seeking a locum consultant in general anaesthesia to join the team based at the Bristol Royal Infirmary. The successful applicant will join a friendly, supportive and cohesive group of 45 substantive consultants within the general anaesthesia group. The post will be offered at 10 PAs.
Main duties of the job
This post will be based at the Bristol Royal Infirmary with one clinical day each week at Weston General Hospital. The post will address a flexible service requirement for adult general anaesthetic services for maxillofacial, ENT, dental, obstetrics, gynaecology, thoracic, upper & lower GI and ophthalmic surgery, long term IV access (ports/tunnelled lines, acute and chronic pain and pre-operative assessment. The post holder will be expected to contribute to both the predictable out-of-hours weekend rota across both sites.
The role will be split across the following hospital sites: Bristol Royal Infirmary, Weston General Hospital, St Michael's Hospital, Bristol Eye Hospital and South Bristol Community Hospital.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The applicant must hold FRCA (UK) or equivalent and be within 6 months of their CCT date at the time of interview, or have gained CESR. We are looking for applicants who are prepared to work flexibly to ensure smooth service delivery. More detailed person specification is available with the job description.
The proposed interview date is Thurs 5th Feb 2026
Job description
Job responsibilities
The applicant must hold FRCA (UK) or equivalent and be within 6 months of their CCT date at the time of interview, or have gained CESR. We are looking for applicants who are prepared to work flexibly to ensure smooth service delivery. More detailed person specification is available with the job description.
The proposed interview date is Thurs 5th Feb 2026
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Fully registered with GMC.
- Certification of completion of specialist training (CCT) or equivalent, OR Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) at the point of interview
- Candidates can be within 6 months of gaining CCT at the date of interview. Please note this does not apply to CESR applications
- Fellowship of the Royal College of Anaesthesia (or equivalent)
- Must be on the GMC's Specialist Register for Anaesthesia to start Consultant appointment
Experience
Essential
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems, both emergency and elective - including anaesthesia for major upper and lower abdominal surgery, thoracic, head and neck, ECT and obstetric surgery and interventions
- Evidence of a specialist interest in at least one of the following areas: major general, advanced airway anaesthesia, perioperative medicine, obstetric anaesthesia
- Able to take full and independent responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
Desirable
- Evidence of a developing a specialist service or demonstration of innovation in chosen sub-specialty
- Higher acute pain training or experience
Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
- Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
- Log book evidence of max fax, head and neck, thoracic, Oesophago gastric, colorectal, HPB, Preoperative assessment, obstetrics and pain
Desirable
Clinical Governance and Audit
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
- Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
- Positive approach to evidence based practice
- Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation
Research
Essential
- Knowledge of the principles involved in research
- Evidence of involvement in research
- Evidence of peer review research papers
Desirable
- Ability to increase the academic profile of the department
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students
- Experience of supervising trainees.
- Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Formal teaching qualification
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Fully registered with GMC.
- Certification of completion of specialist training (CCT) or equivalent, OR Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) at the point of interview
- Candidates can be within 6 months of gaining CCT at the date of interview. Please note this does not apply to CESR applications
- Fellowship of the Royal College of Anaesthesia (or equivalent)
- Must be on the GMC's Specialist Register for Anaesthesia to start Consultant appointment
Experience
Essential
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems, both emergency and elective - including anaesthesia for major upper and lower abdominal surgery, thoracic, head and neck, ECT and obstetric surgery and interventions
- Evidence of a specialist interest in at least one of the following areas: major general, advanced airway anaesthesia, perioperative medicine, obstetric anaesthesia
- Able to take full and independent responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
Desirable
- Evidence of a developing a specialist service or demonstration of innovation in chosen sub-specialty
- Higher acute pain training or experience
Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
- Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
- Log book evidence of max fax, head and neck, thoracic, Oesophago gastric, colorectal, HPB, Preoperative assessment, obstetrics and pain
Desirable
Clinical Governance and Audit
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
- Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
- Positive approach to evidence based practice
- Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation
Research
Essential
- Knowledge of the principles involved in research
- Evidence of involvement in research
- Evidence of peer review research papers
Desirable
- Ability to increase the academic profile of the department
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students
- Experience of supervising trainees.
- Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Formal teaching 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.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Bristol Royal Infirmary
Marlborough Street
Bristol
BS1 2LX
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
