Consultant Plastic Surgeon

NHS; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health service provider in Peterborough is seeking a Consultant in Plastic Surgery to join their team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality outpatient and theatre care at multiple hospital sites. This permanent, full-time position offers a salary between £109,725 to £145,478 annually and emphasizes the importance of diversity, inclusion, and employee support.

Benefits

Comprehensive staff benefits

Supportive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Significant experience in NHS working practices.
• Entry on the UK Specialist Register.

Responsibilities

• Provide elective Plastic Surgery services.
• Management of outpatient clinics.
• Contribute to the development of the department.

Skills

Clinical governance awareness

Teaching experience

Research participation

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical degree

FRCS(Plast) or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Are you a forward-thinking, innovator wanting to be part of the expansion of our Plastic Surgery Service?

Our team is spread across our two main acute hospitals, Peterborough City Hospital and Hinchingbrooke Hospital. You will be undertaking sessions at both sites to provide high-quality Theatre and Outpatient care.

You will be on the General Medical Council Specialist Register and completed the FRCS(Plast) or equivalent at the time of application. Following the regulations, all other categories of doctors must be on the GMC Specialist Register to be considered for a Consultant appointment by the Advisory Appointments Committee.

Responsibilities

The sessional commitments include 10 PA's with 1.5 SPA involving no formal on-call commitments. They will be mutually agreed upon at the commencement of employment. Future flexibility is expected to accommodate the growing demands of the service.

You will provide elective Plastic Surgery Outpatient and Theatre services across all main sites in conjunction with colleagues and contribute to the development of the Plastic Surgery Department.

You will have a continuing responsibility for the care of patients and the proper functioning of the service, allowing for all appropriate delegation and training of staff.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of your clinics and must ensure that in/outpatient services are covered during planned absences.

About us

We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.

In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.

Details

Date posted: 30 September 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Consultant

Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 176-S-7426230

Job locations: Peterborough City Hospital, Bretton Gate, Peterborough, PE3 9GZ

Job description

Please find further details in the attached job description.

If you wish to discuss the role, arrange an informal visit, contact Mr Mike Moses, Clinical Lead for Plastic Surgery at [e-mail].

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree at the time of application
• Successful completion of FRCS(Plast) or equivalent at time of application
• Significant experience in NHS working practices
• Entry on the UK Specialist Register via: CCT, or proposed CCT date must be within six months of the interview date OR CESR, or proposed CESR date must be within six months of the interview date

Application

• All sections of the application form to be fully completed, including a complete employment history

Eligibility

• Eligible for full registration with the General Medical Council at the time of appointment and with a current license to practice
• Evidence of achievement in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice and supported by worked-based assessments of clinical performance and multisource feedback, or equivalent

Fitness to Practice

• Up to date and fit to practice safely; awareness of own training needs; engagement with appraisal and revalidation process

Clinical Governance

• Demonstrate awareness of good decision-making; and awareness of own limitations with a track record of engaging in clinical governance and learning from errors.

Audit

• Evidence of active participation in the audit: candidates must demonstrate data from at least one personal audit over the last two years

Research

• Evidence of participation in research with published papers and original work in peer-reviewed journals; with the ability to critically appraise published evidence

Teaching

• Experience supervising doctors in training and other colleagues

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.

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 see the UK Visas and Immigration website.

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

Employer details

Employer: North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Peterborough City Hospital, Bretton Gate, Peterborough, PE3 9GZ