Job summaryThe General Surgery Directorate is looking for an enthusiastic colleague to join their team of 8 UGI consultants, providing elective and emergency services for the population of Gwent across multiple hospital sites within the organisation, including on-call commitments at the Grange University Hospital, Cwmbran.
Main duties of the jobTo maintain and develop subspecialty interests that compliments those of the department alongside the current team. Specific responsibilities of the post are listed in the next section . Specific responsibilities of the post are listed in the next section.
As a senior employee of the Health Board the post holder will work in close co-operation with, and support other clinical, medical professional and managerial colleagues in providing high quality healthcare to the Health Board's patients.
Integral to the responsibilities of the post are the following requirements:
- To ensure the provision of a first class clinical service
- To provide effective leadership to all staff engaged in the specialty
- To sustain and develop teaching and research wherever appropriate
- To undertake all work in accordance with the Health Board's procedures and operating policies
- To conduct clinical practice in accordance with contractual requirements and within the parameters of the Division's and Health Board's service plans
- To maintain the confidence of business plans and development strategies formulated for the specialty, the Medical Division or the Health Board
About usAneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is amulti award-winningNHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 15,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of
Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
DetailsDate posted: 21 July 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £114,099 to £166,585 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 040-CON627
Job locations: Royal Gwent Hospital, Cardiff Road, Newport, NP20 2EU
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached job description
This position involves Regulated Activity with children and adults as defined by the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act (amended by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012) and the following checks will be undertaken following any conditional offer:
- Enhanced check with barred list information, including an adults and childrens barred list check.
Applicants must hold full registration and a licence to practice with the GMC.
Candidates for Consultant posts must also be on the GMC Specialist Register (including via CESR/European Community Rights) or will have a CCT/CESR(CP) date within 6 months of interview.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssentialDesirableClinical ExperienceEssentialDesirableClinical GovernanceEssentialDesirableResearchEssentialDesirableTeachingEssentialDesirableManagementEssentialDesirableOther RequirementsEssentialDesirablePerson SpecificationQualificationsEssentialDesirableClinical ExperienceEssentialDesirableClinical GovernanceEssentialDesirableResearchEssentialDesirableTeachingEssentialDesirableManagementEssentialDesirableOther RequirementsEssentialDesirableDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer name: Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Address: Royal Gwent Hospital, Cardiff Road, Newport, NP20 2EU, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://abuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer detailsEmployer name: Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Address: Royal Gwent Hospital, Cardiff Road, Newport, NP20 2EU, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://abuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Consultant Surgeon for General Surgery, Hari Nageswaran, haritharan.nageswaran@wales.nhs.uk, 07930442191
DetailsDate posted: 21 July 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £114,099 to £166,585 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 040-CON627
Job locations: Royal Gwent Hospital, Cardiff Road, Newport, NP20 2EU, United Kingdom
Supporting documentsPrivacy notice: Aneurin Bevan University Health Board's privacy notice (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. 
