Clinical Fellow ST3+ in General Surgery

NHS; Brighton; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital in Sussex seeks a Senior Fellow in General Surgery to join their multi-disciplinary team. This role offers comprehensive training in upper and lower GI surgery, along with opportunities for research and education. Candidates should have completed general surgery training and possess essential qualifications including GMC registration. The position is full-time, with both elective and emergency duties, providing rich experience in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Consultant-led training

Flexible working patterns

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Candidates nearing or having completed general surgery training.
• Competencies equivalent to minimum level 3 of ST3.
• Experience in multi-professional teams required.

Responsibilities

• Provide surgical care under consultant supervision.
• Participate in elective teams and contribute to MDTs.
• Join the on-call rota for emergency services.

Skills

Clinical skills

Teaching commitment

Multi-professional teamwork

Education

Basic medical degree

MRCS or appropriate specialist qualification

Full GMC Registration

Advanced Life Support Certificate

Current ATLS provider registration

Job description

Job Summary

Senior Fellow in General Surgery

About the role

We are pleased to offer a post to join our General Surgery unit in University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust as a senior clinical fellow. These posts are suited to candidates nearing or who have completed their general surgery training (or equivalent) and are looking to further their experience in complex upper GI or lower GI surgery.

The General Surgery unit in Royal Sussex County Hospital provides tertiary level care to 1.6 million people across Sussex, parts of Surrey and West Kent.

The appointee will work within the multidisciplinary general surgery team under the direction of the Consultant Surgeons and alongside them, to interface with the other team members, comprising Nurses, Dieticians, Psychiatrists, Physicians and Anaesthetists. The post offers comprehensive experience in all aspects of General Surgery in a well-supported and closely supervised environment.

Main duties of the job

The elective teams are split between the UGI and LGI consultants equally with the full spectrum of surgery being undertaken except specialist hepatobiliary work.

Senior Fellows will have the opportunity to benefit from consultant-led training in theatres, access to endoscopy, access to robotic theatre, outpatient clinics and MDTs. Other opportunities within these posts include contribution to research, undergraduate education and management/leadership roles.

As well as contributing to the elective wards alongside the other registrars, they will participate in the 1:10 general on call rota which provides cover to the acute emergency general surgery service in Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton. This will provide experience to emergency care/theatres and multi-disciplinary working in a major Trauma Centre. As well as providing care to the people of Brighton and Hove, we provide tertiary level OG and trauma care to 1.6 million people across Sussex, parts of Surrey and West Kent.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating.

Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in.

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Details

Date posted: 19 December 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

Depending on experience £52,291 - £67,610 Range

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

MWRSCH-GENSURG-Fellow-010

Job locations

Royal Sussex County Hospital, Eastern Road, Brighton, BN2 5BE

Job description

The University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Digestive Diseases Department comprises both the General Surgery and Gastroenterology teams that are managed and run together. This arrangement provides a uniquely integrated service for patients. Close co-operation between specialists in each area is encouraged. Highly specialised endoscopic services are available as part of this team.

Person Specification

Experience / Qualifications - Essential

• Basic medical degree
• MRCS or appropriate specialist qualification
• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
• Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
• Current ATLS provider registration

Desirable

• Higher Degree

Career Progression - Essential

• Appropriate progression of career to date

Clinical Skills and Experience - Essential

• Must have competencies or equivalent to minimum level 3 of ST3
• Log book of surgical procedures

Knowledge - Desirable

• Breadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation and Planning - Essential

• Experience and ability to work in multi‑professional teams
• Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints

Desirable

• Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Teaching Skills - Essential

• Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Desirable

• Recognised teaching qualification

Academic & Research - Essential

• Evidence of participation in audit

Desirable

• Research Experience
• Publications
• Prizes and Honours

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.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Royal Sussex County Hospital, Eastern Road, Brighton, BN2 5BE

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/