Job summary
The post will be a part of the Surgical Junior Doctor tier at University Hospital Llandough, taking a share of the on call duties and gaining exposure to a wide range of surgical conditions including Orthopaedics, Breast, ENT, Max Fax, General Surgery, Urology and Gynaecology, while being fully supported by an appropriate junior and senior team.
The posts are available from 6th August 2025
This will include access to clinical supervision as well as internal educational and training opportunities. The successful applicant will gain experience across a range of general surgical ward areas. The post has a core service purpose to support the safe delivery of care to the wards and acute unselected surgical on call rota.
Exposure to a specialty at F3 grade can help to round out a CV, meet portfolio requirements & clarify the level of interest in obtaining a training post in a specialty.
We aim to deliver the best experience and training possible, within the service requirements of the hospital.
Main duties of the job
The Trust will make best attempts to place successful candidates in their chosen specialty or specialties, as part of the recruitment process. In the event that there are multiple requests for the same specialty, which exceed the staffing/capacity requirements, then the Trust will offer alternative options so that all appointees get the best experience possible.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well",and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post will be a part of the Surgical Junior Doctor tier at University Hospital Llandough and Surgical Hub @Llandough, taking a share of the on-call duties and gaining exposure to a wide range of surgical conditions, including Orthopaedics, Breast, ENT, Max Fax, General Surgery, Urology and Gynaecology, while being fully supported by an appropriate junior and senior team.
The postholder will gain experience across a range of general surgical ward areas. The post has a core service purpose to support the safe delivery of care to the wards and acute surgical on call rota.
The postholder will be able to access clinical supervision as well as internal educational and training opportunities. Exposure to a specialty at F3 grade can help to round out a CV, meet portfolio requirements and clarify the level of interest in obtaining a training post in a specialty. The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to regular unit based audit and quality improvement projects.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post will be a part of the Surgical Junior Doctor tier at University Hospital Llandough and Surgical Hub @Llandough, taking a share of the on-call duties and gaining exposure to a wide range of surgical conditions, including Orthopaedics, Breast, ENT, Max Fax, General Surgery, Urology and Gynaecology, while being fully supported by an appropriate junior and senior team.
The postholder will gain experience across a range of general surgical ward areas. The post has a core service purpose to support the safe delivery of care to the wards and acute surgical on call rota.
The postholder will be able to access clinical supervision as well as internal educational and training opportunities. Exposure to a specialty at F3 grade can help to round out a CV, meet portfolio requirements and clarify the level of interest in obtaining a training post in a specialty. The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to regular unit based audit and quality improvement projects.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
Desirable
- Intercalated Degree
- MSc or PhD
- Academic excellence (prizes, merits, distinctions etc.)
- MRCS (UK) Part 1
Experience
Essential
- Clinical experience
- Evidence of participation in Research and Clinical Governance
Desirable
- Evidence of interest in day and short stay surgery
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of effective team and multidisciplinary working
- Effective and demonstrable communication skills in written and spoken English
- Up to date with current medical practices
- Ability to take appropriate clinical decisions when necessary
- Research and interests relevant to specialty
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
Desirable
- Intercalated Degree
- MSc or PhD
- Academic excellence (prizes, merits, distinctions etc.)
- MRCS (UK) Part 1
Experience
Essential
- Clinical experience
- Evidence of participation in Research and Clinical Governance
Desirable
- Evidence of interest in day and short stay surgery
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of effective team and multidisciplinary working
- Effective and demonstrable communication skills in written and spoken English
- Up to date with current medical practices
- Ability to take appropriate clinical decisions when necessary
- Research and interests relevant to specialty
Desirable
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).
