Senior Specialty Fellow in Endoscopy

NHS; Southampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Southampton is seeking a Senior Specialty Fellow in Endoscopy to join their team. The role involves managing complex endoscopic procedures, leading clinical audits, and contributing to medical education. Candidates must hold an MBBS or equivalent with GMC registration, have significant experience in endoscopy, and demonstrate effective communication and teamwork skills. The Trust supports continuous professional development, flexible working arrangements, and offers a competitive salary package.

Benefits

Minimum of 35 days paid holiday

Generous pension scheme

NHS discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of specialty training.
• Demonstration of Endoscopic key performance indicators within JAG standard.
• Exposure to advanced endoscopic techniques.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex endoscopic procedures including EMR/ESD and ERCP.
• Participate in audit projects and clinical research.
• Contribute to medical education and training.

Skills

Ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams

Verbal and written communication skills in English

Good organisational skills

Training skills

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

GMC registration with a licence to practise

MRCP/MRCS or equivalent

Full JAG accreditation in Gastroscopy

Job description

Senior Specialty Fellow in Endoscopy

The closing date is 23 December 2025

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Endoscopy team at University Hospitals Southampton (UHS) as a Senior Specialty Fellow. UHS is a large, busy, academic, tertiary referral centre for GI bleeding, cancer and complex endoscopy for both luminal and hepatobiliary endoscopy. This includes complex endoscopic resection (EMR/ESD), ablation techniques (RFA), POEM, double‑balloon endoscopy, ERCP (including laser lithotripsy and spyglass) and/or diagnostic/therapeutic EUS.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Job responsibilities

For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document, which includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the requirements of the role.

Additional Information

Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust‑appointed (non‑training) fellow doctors and dentists. Applicants requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.

Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave.

Grades for Trust‑appointed (non‑training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay).

Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a nodal point 5: Have a minimum of 6 years of specialty training – Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g. FRCP, FRCA, FRCS) – A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee).

Proposed interview date: 16th January 2026

Person Specification

Qualifications, Training & Experience

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
• MRCP/MRCS or equivalent
• Full JAG accreditation in Gastroscopy
• Demonstration of Endoscopic key performance indicators within JAG standard
• Exposure to advanced endoscopic techniques
• Certificate of attendance at JAG Train the Trainers course
• Experience of leading audit projects
• Research experience/projects
• Presentation of work at a national or international meeting

Aptitudes and skills

• Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi‑professional teams
• Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
• Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English)
• Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
• Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
• Evidence of training skills

Living Trust Values

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

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 Hospital Southampton NHS Trust