ST LAS in Anaesthetics & Critical Care

NHS; Bridgend, Llantrisant; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS healthcare provider in Bridgend is seeking a ST LAS in Anaesthetics & Critical Care. This fixed-term, full-time role requires full GMC registration and ALS certification, along with 2 years postgraduate training. Successful candidates will join a dedicated team providing care in a dynamic environment. Ideal for those wanting to grow in anaesthetic and critical care expertise.

Benefits

Generous leave

Leading pension

Career growth opportunities

Responsibilities

• Joining the Anaesthetics and Critical Care Team
• Participating in audit to practice evidence based medicine

Skills

Demonstrable ability to work unsupervised during unsociable hours

Skills in written and spoken English for communication

Flexible and ability to work well in a team

Education

Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice

ALS Certified

Primary FRCA

2 years postgraduate training in anaesthesia and intensive care

Experience of working in the UK

Job description

ST LAS in Anaesthetics & Critical Care

The closing date is 04 December 2025

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Anaesthetics and Critical Care Team at Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board. There are ST LAS vacancies at both Princess of Wales Hospital and Royal Glamorgan Hospital to join a friendly and enthusiastic team.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is one of the largest Health Boards in Wales and was formed in 2019. It is situated near the vibrant cities of Cardiff, Swansea and Bristol and is enriched with magnificent scenery including beautiful beaches and the stunning Brecon Beacons national park. Welsh history, culture, music and of course rugby lie at the heart of the Health Board. Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

This post is fixed term to cover a Deanery vacancy.

Main duties of the job

For information regarding the detailed job description and main responsibilities please see attached the relevant JD/Person Specification.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Job responsibilities

For information regarding the detailed job description and main responsibilities please see attached the relevant JD/Person Specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice and eligible to work in the UK
• ALS Certified
• Primary FRCA
• 2 years postgraduational training in anaesthesia and intensive care to include 6 months intensive care training (minimum) and 1 year of anaesthesia (minimum)
• Experience of working in the UK

Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrable ability to work unsupervised during unsociable hours

Personality Requirements

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
• Flexible and the ability to work well in a team environment
• Ability to speak or desire to learn Welsh

Audit

• Demonstrable commitment to the audit process and ability to participate in audit to practice evidence based medicine

Physical Requirements and Attributes to Include General Health

• Must be able to perform the duties of the post
• The post holder must have proof of immunity to Hepatitis B or evidence that you are not Hepatitis B e antigen positive. This must have been obtained in the last 6 months

Circumstances e.g. Mobility/availability - special attendance requirements

• Ability to fulfil the requirements of the post
• Has an awareness of risk management
• Has experience of incident reporting and investigations

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.

Address

Posts available in both Royal Glamorgan Hospital and Princess of Wales Hospital

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

110-MD423-1125

Job locations

Posts available in both Royal Glamorgan Hospital and Princess of Wales Hospital