Orthopaedic Knee Consultant

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Swindon is seeking an Orthopaedic Knee Consultant to join their team. The successful candidate will provide multidisciplinary care, support clinical governance, and ensure the highest standards in patient care. Candidates must have full GMC registration and be on the Specialist Register. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work within a dedicated team focused on patient service improvements.

Qualifications

• Must have GMC registration and CCT in appropriate specialty.
• Experience in trauma and orthopaedic conditions is required.
• Leadership skills and specialty training in knee surgery are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based care within a multidisciplinary team.
• Lead and support clinical governance activities.
• Supervise junior colleagues and contribute to teaching.

Skills

Multidisciplinary team working

Evidence-based patient care

Leadership in clinical settings

Knee surgery specialization

Education

Fully registered with the GMC

CCT or equivalent

Job description

Orthopaedic Knee Consultant – 11PA

This role is within the department of Trauma & Orthopaedics at GWH. The appointed candidate will join an existing team of eighteen substantive consultant medical staff. On joining the department, you will become part of a well‑established, friendly team and help us continue to drive forward improvements in the service that we provide to our patients.

Clinical Duties

• Multidisciplinary team working – regular knee MDT discussions with colleagues.
• Providing evidence‑based care for patients in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Continuing responsibility for the care of patients in your charge, including all administrative duties associated with patient care (with secretarial support).
• Develop sub‑specialty interests that fit in with Division needs and the strategic direction of the Trust.
• Carry out teaching, examination, and accreditation duties; contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate education activity.
• Provide cover for Consultant colleagues’ periods of leave in accordance with Trust policy.
• Participate in clinical audit and continuing medical education.
• Perform suitable duties in emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
• Occasional cover for colleagues may be required; no regular on‑call commitments expected.

About Us

Our STAR values are at the heart of everything we do. We expect your values and behaviours to reflect the STAR Values of the organisation:

• Service: We will put our patients first.
• Teamwork: We will work together.
• Ambition: We will aspire to provide the best service.
• Respect: We will act with integrity.

Details

Date posted: 17 November 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: 249-7574234
Job location: Great Western Hospital, Marlborough Road, Swindon, SN3 6BB

Management and Leadership Responsibilities

• Support the Clinical Lead in policy and strategy development as a senior member of the Division Management Team.
• Contribute to the leadership and development of Services under the direction of the Clinical Lead and Associate Medical Director in line with the Trust’s business plans.
• Ensure effective communication and involvement across the Division, including support to the Divisional Director to achieve objectives.
• Work in partnership with colleagues in other Divisions within the Trust.
• Assist in the cost‑effective utilisation of resources, including pay and non‑pay items such as equipment and drugs, within budgets.
• Work within the Trust’s framework for Clinical Governance and Risk, developing clinical policies and adhering to standing orders, standing financial instructions and procedures.
• Undertake direct supervision of junior colleagues and participate in departmental/trust‑wide teaching programmes.
• Undertake investigations and report writing for incidents and participate in clinical risk management.
• Appointed candidates will embody the STAR values and use the principles of the NHS Constitution for England to guide decisions.

Person Specification – Qualifications

• Fully registered with the GMC.
• CCT (or equivalent for non‑UK applicants) and on the GMC Specialist Register in the appropriate specialty for this consultant post at the time of taking up the appointment; alternatively, candidates can be within 6 months of their CCT at interview.

Person Specification – Experience

• Clinical training/experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT.
• Expertise in full range of Trauma & Orthopaedic conditions.
• Ability to lead a multi‑professional team and take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients.
• Sub‑speciality interest in all aspects of knee surgery, ideally a recognised completed knee fellowship and experience in complex knee trauma including peri‑prosthetic fracture management and multi‑ligament surgery.

Desirable

• Experience leadership roles within areas of clinical governance (e.g., Periprosthetic Joint Infections).
• Fellowship in knee and trauma related specialties.

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.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer Details

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Great Western Hospital
Marlborough Road
Swindon
SN3 6BB

Employer Website

https://www.gwh.nhs.uk/