LED Surgical Services (FY2 - ST2 Equivalent)
The closing date is 24 October 2025
Job summary
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust are excited to invite applications for a 12 month LED fixed term post across the Surgical Specialties (General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Orthogeriatrics and Urology)
The post will suit a motivated doctor who would like to develop their knowledge and experience in the field of Surgery. When working clinically the post holder will work across surgical services at FY2+ level, as a member of a ward-based team at Harrogate District Hospital. Candidates will have the opportunity to discuss any particular interests at the interview stage and will also be supported to gain exposure in their area of clinical interest.
Main duties of the job
Clinically you will work at FY2-ST2 level (dependant on experience). There is no requirement to work out-of-hours in this role but there may be the opportunity to do so should you wish. As a key member of a clinical team, post holders will be expected to maintain a high professional standard and actively participate in matters concerning patient safety and Clinical Governance.
This is a full-time position but candidates wishing to work part-time or in a job-share are encouraged to apply. If a part-time or job-share person is appointed modification of the job content will be discussed with the appointee on a personal basis. They will be required to devote substantially the whole of his/her time for the appointed sessions to the duties of the post and to give them priority at these times.
About us
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.
At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!
We offer colleagues:
- A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
- Staff Recognition - we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
- Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.
Please note:
- Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications.
- All job offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
Details
Date posted
10 October 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£44,439 to £52,656 a year (pro rata for LTFT candidates)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share
Reference number
421-MS-3378D
Job locations
Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
Employer details
Employer name
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
Employer's website
https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)









Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Supporting documents
Privacy notice
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)