Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Anaesthetics and Critical Care team as a Senior Clinical Fellow at Princess of Wales Hospital.

This rewarding post offers the opportunity to become an integral member of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) on-call rota, gaining valuable experience in the management of critically ill patients within a supportive and dynamic multidisciplinary team.

In addition, successful candidates will have opportunities to work alongside the General Anaesthetic team, supporting both elective and emergency theatre services across a broad range of specialties. This role provides excellent exposure to a diverse clinical workload and is ideal for clinicians looking to further develop their skills in anaesthesia, perioperative medicine, and critical care.

Join a forward-thinking department committed to high-quality patient care, education, and professional development.

This post is fixed term until February 2027 to cover a Deanery vacancy; there is potential for this post to be extended.

Welsh and English speakers are both welcome to apply.

The post may close early if sufficient applications are received.

Main duties of the job
For more information please see the attached job description and/or person specification. Alternatively please contact Gareth Roberts

This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. Whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn't 'fluency', just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means being able to communicate in Welsh during routine clinical situations, such as welcoming patients, discussing straightforward aspects of their care and answering routine questions. If you're comfortable holding everyday conversations in Welsh, we encourage you to apply. Your Welsh language skills will help us provide person-centred care and enable patients to receive services in their language of choice. Have a look at our 'Croeso Candidate' booklet below for more information.

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.

Details
Date posted: 30 October 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: £56,925 to £80,730 a year per annum
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 6 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 110-MD567-1026-A
Job locations: Princess of Wales Hospital, Coity Road, Bridgend, CF31 1RQ, United Kingdom

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Full GMC with a licence to practise and eligible to work in the UK
• ALS Certified
• Primary FRCA

Desirable

• ATLS qualified
• APLS qualified

Physical Requirements and Attributes to Include General Health
Essential

• 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
Essential

• Ability to fulfil the requirements of the post

Relevant Experience
Essential

• 3 years postgraduate training in Anaesthesia and Intensive Care to include 6 months Intensive Care training (minimum) and 1 year of Anaesthesia (minimum)

Desirable

• Experience of working in the UK

Personality Requirements
Essential

• 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

Desirable

• Welsh Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above

Risk Management Knowledge
Essential

• Has an awareness of risk management

Desirable

• 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.

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Employer's website: https://joinctm.wales/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Directorate Support Manager, Jessica Dowden, Jessica.dowden@wales.nhs.uk

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