Junior Clinical Fellow In General Surgery

University Hospitals Dorset Nhs Foundation Trust; Merley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Junior Clinical Fellow (CT1/CT2 level) for the Surgical Department at Royal Bournemouth Hospital. The post focuses on general and emergency surgery with integrated FY1/2 oversight and access to clinics, theatre, and ward rounds.

The role offers a structured educational programme, regular supervision, and study leave to support career development. It is a 12-month fixed-term contract with full-time hours.

Qualifications

• A minimum of one year's post FY1 experience in a surgical setting.
• Full registration with the General Medical Council is essential.
• Experience of working in the NHS in a paid position is required.
• Publications in peer reviewed journals are desirable.
• Experience in common surgical procedures such as appendicectomy and drains is expected.
• Experience across vascular, urology and breast/endocrine surgery is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Read full job description and person specification documents for detailed role expectations.

Skills

Post FY1 experience

GMC registration

NHS work experience

Publications

Surgical procedures

Broad surgical experience

Education

MB BS/ALS

MRCS

BSc or equivalent

Teaching qualification

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Clinical Fellow ST1-2 (CT1-2 Level or equivalent) to join our Surgical Department.

The post is based at Bournemouth Hospital, and is suitable for candidates who ideally will already have at least 12 months' pre-registration experience, who would like to build on their experience of general surgery as well as emergency surgery.

Main duties of the job

The post will be integrated into the elective and emergency workload of the department. The successful candidates will work alongside the FY1/2, nurse practitioners, and Middle Grade and Consultant teams covering elective and emergencies in the surgical department.

Successful candidates will have full support from their teams and supervisors so they can gain the appropriate experience and knowledge in elective and emergency surgery and progress into the next step of their careers. This will include access to clinics, theatre, on calls and ward rounds in both elective and emergency settings. The full educational programme will be discussed and adjusted at the beginning of the placement to meet the post takers' training needs. Educational supervision will be available and study leave provided to support the development of your career.

About us

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.

Upon relocation of the role/service, excess mileage allowance / reimbursement will not apply, and any travel between the postholder's home and work base will be classified as a commute. Any other changes unrelated to this, will be handled in line with Trust/National terms and conditions.

As part of our commitment to delivering high-quality care across seven days, this post may involve participation in an out-of-hours rota, including evenings, weekends, and/or bank holidays, in accordance with service needs. Any work undertaken outside standard hours/PA's will attract remuneration in line with the respective NHS Medical and Dental Terms and Conditions of Service.

We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Details

Date posted: 08 September 2026

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Doctor - other

Salary: £55,355 a year pro rota

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 12 months

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 153-M3932

Job locations: Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Castle Lane East, Bournemouth, BH7 7DW, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

Person Specification

Skills, Knowledge, Aptitude and Experience

Essential

• A minimum of one year's post FY1 experience, ideally as an SHO/FY2 in a surgical specialty (looking for CT1/CT2 level but excluding Registrar level experience)
• Full registration with the General Medical Council
• Experience of working in the NHS in a paid position ( versus supernumerary clinical attachment positions) with a good knowledge of the working practices and procedures.
• Publications in peer reviewed journals
• Demonstrable experience in common surgical procedures such as appendicectomy, abscess drainage, chest drain placement
• Experience in a broad range of surgical specialties including vascular surgery, urology and breast and endocrine surgery

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• MB BS or equivalent & ALS
• MRCS
• BSC or equivalent
• Teaching qualification

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 (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).

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).

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).

Employer details

Employer name: University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Castle Lane East, Bournemouth, BH7 7DW, United Kingdom

Employer's website: Apply through our website

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact: Medical Resourcing, [e-mail], 03000194460

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