RCS Colorectal Fellow in Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery

NHS; Worthing; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Worthing seeks a RCS Colorectal Fellow in Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery. This position involves advanced surgical management of colorectal conditions, research participation, and teaching responsibilities. Candidates must have full GMC registration and experience in laparoscopic colorectal surgery. The role is ideal for senior trainees aiming for a career in advanced GI laparoscopy. Closing date for applications is 03 December 2025.

Benefits

Comprehensive Wellbeing Programme

Flexible working options

Opportunities for staff networks

Qualifications

• Competency in left and right sided laparoscopic resections, with 20+ cases each.
• Evidence of participation in audit.
• Publications and research experience are required.

Responsibilities

• Attend operating theatre sessions and outpatient clinics.
• Participate in research and departmental meetings.
• Care for colorectal surgical patients at consultant level.

Skills

Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery Experience

Good communication skills

Ability to work in multi-professional teams

Managerial skills

Research experience

Education

Full GMC Registration

FRCS

Higher Degree

Recognised teaching qualification

Job description

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

RCS Colorectal Fellow in Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery

Closing date is 03 December 2025

The position is for a laparoscopic peri CCT/CESR fellowship for applicants with existing experience of laparoscopic colorectal resections of all kinds. The post will focus on the advanced surgical management of colorectal conditions of cancer, diverticular disease and inflammatory bowel disease with particular emphasis on the treatment of low rectal cancer. For senior trainees who wish to follow a career in advanced GI laparoscopy, the post is ideal.

Main duties of the job

• Attend 4 sessions per week in the operating theatre, 1-2 sessions of outpatient clinic and 1 session of endoscopy.
• Participate in 1 session of MDT, M&M and departmental meeting as well as 1 session of research.
• Responsible for the inpatient care of colorectal consultants elective surgical patients, predominantly those of colorectal resections, expected to be at a peri‑CCT/CESR surgeon level.
• Participate in an on‑call rota of out of hour duties: 1 in 8 weekdays, and similarly 1 in 8 Fridays and weekends. No responsibility for ongoing care of emergency surgical patients outside this time; operate on‑call at a registrar level in a consultant led service.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. 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 be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job responsibilities

The care of the general and colorectal surgical patients is to be carried out to a level consistent with that of a newly appointed consultant colorectal surgeon. The post is seen as a period for a consultant waiting allowing time for honing of operative skills as well as preparation for the application to a substantive consultant post in the future.

Person Specification

• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
• Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery Experience
• Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
• Higher Degree
• FRCS
• Left and Right sided laparoscopic resection competency 20+ cases each
• Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
• Experience and ability to work in multi‑professional teams
• Understanding of NHS/ Clinical governance I Resource constraints
• Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements/ Course attended
• Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
• Recognised teaching qualification
• Evidence of participation in audit
• Research experience
• Publications
• Prizes and Honours
• Appropriate progression of career to date
• Good communication skills both oral and written

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.

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)