Consultant in Anaesthetics

Candino CA; Colchester; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a full-time Consultant in Anaesthetics at Colchester Hospital. This role involves supporting the expansion of orthopaedic, vascular, and bariatric services. Qualified candidates must be on the GMC Specialist Register in Anaesthesia or eligible within 6 months, with substantial NHS experience and strong interpersonal skills. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, including a supportive work environment with extensive training and development opportunities.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

NHS discounts

Flexible working hours

Generous pension scheme

Qualifications

• Must be on the GMC Specialist Register in Anaesthesia or be eligible for entry within 6 months of interview.
• Experience working within the NHS.
• Understanding of NHS management structure.

Responsibilities

• Support the expansion of elective orthopaedic surgery.
• Participate in the out‑of‑hours on‑call rota.
• Cover general and obstetric on‑call work.

Skills

Team worker

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Educational/clinical supervisor

Education

Completion of a training programme in Anaesthesia CCT or 7 years post‑graduate training

FRCA or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

An opportunity has arisen to join our team at Colchester Hospital to help with the expansion of orthopaedic, vascular and bariatric services. We are inviting applications for full‑time consultant posts in anaesthetics. Applicants with a special interest in orthopaedic, vascular and bariatric anaesthesia are particularly sought but those with other areas of specialist interest will also be considered. Applicants must have completed CCT or an equivalent training programme and be on the Specialist Register.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will support the expansion of elective orthopaedic surgery in the Essex and Suffolk Elective Orthopaedic Centre (ESEOC) on the Colchester site. The on‑call will be at Colchester Hospital and most elective work will be planned at Colchester, with cross‑site work at Ipswich depending on interests. Duties include fixed or flexible operating theatre sessions and participation in the out‑of‑hours on‑call rota. The consultant will also cover general and obstetric on‑call work (frequency 1:16) and out‑of‑hours vascular emergencies. Resident on‑call covers Monday‑Friday 5‑10 pm and non‑resident overnight; weekend on‑call follows a shift pattern (Saturday and Sunday days 8‑8 pm resident, nights 8‑8 am non‑resident). The post provides a 3% availability supplement to non‑resident on‑call.

About Us

ESNEFT provides hospital and community services to almost one million people across East Suffolk and North Essex. We operate acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, community clinics and patients’ own homes. With more than 12,000 staff, we are one of the largest NHS organisations in England. We offer training and development opportunities, flexible working, a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro‑rata) and NHS discounts. Our philosophy is that Time Matters to everyone, and we are investing in digital transformation through a partnership with Epic EPR.

Details

• Date posted: 09 December 2025
• Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
• Grade: Consultant
• Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per annum
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full‑time
• Reference number: 432-MC2779
• Job location: Colchester Hospital, Turner Road, Colchester, CO4 5JL

Person Specification

Essential

• Must be on the GMC Specialist Register in Anaesthesia or be eligible for entry within 6 months of interview
• FRCA or equivalent
• Completion of a training programme in Anaesthesia CCT or 7 years post‑graduate training in anaesthetics
• Experience working within the NHS
• Higher training in obstetric anaesthesia
• Understanding of NHS management structure
• Participation in teaching of junior trainees to the level required by the RCA
• Team worker
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Educational/clinical supervisor (training provided for those who have not undertaken these roles previously)

Desirable

• ATLS, APLS, ALS qualifications
• Periods of training in related specialties, e.g. Medicine, A&E
• Evidence of management training (e.g. attendance at a management course or qualification)
• Higher degree (MD, PhD)
• Publications in refereed journals

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check to confirm there are no prior criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from individuals requiring a Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. Further information can be found on the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration

Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. For further information please visit the NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

• Employer name: East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Colchester Hospital, Turner Road, Colchester, CO4 5JL
• Website: https://www.esneft.nhs.uk/