Job summary
This is a 10 PA's Consultant Dermatology post with activity based mainly at the Friends Dermatology Centre within the Kent and Canterbury Hospital (KCH) in Canterbury, but will also include a requirement to occasionally work Trustwide.

East Kent has a highly regarded, active, established surgical and Mohs micrographic surgery service that has been developed over many years with leading UK dermatologic surgeons at the helm. An energetic and enthusiastic colleague with an interest in Skin cancer, paediatrics, general dermatology clinic with and occasional Skin surgery.

Main duties of the job
The general responsibilities of the post will be those expected of a senior clinical employee of the Trust.
These include:

• Provision of a first-class clinical service
• Effective leadership to all staff involved in supporting the service
• Conducting clinical practice in accordance with the highest ethical standards
• Co-operation with and maintenance of confidentiality over business plans and development strategies within the Trust
• Support for other clinical specialties and contribution to postgraduate teaching

The appointee will be expected to deliver a service covering all aspects of dermatology, but a special interest to complement those of the existing consultants would be encouraged.

About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.

Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.

Details
Closing date: 08 November 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 a year Per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 344-7245CONSAC-C
Location: Kent & Canterbury Hospital, Canterbury, CT1 3NG, United Kingdom

Person Specification
Qualifications and training

• Essential: Full GMC Registration
• Essential: Minimum of English Level 2 (GCSE grade C or equivalent), ILETS, or graduate of a UK Medical School
• Essential: CCT/CESR Specialist Registration or will obtain within 6 months of interview
• Desirable: Advanced skin grafts and flaps
• Desirable: Surgical experience
• Desirable: Skin Surgery
• Desirable: Paediatric experience

Skills and experience

• Essential: Wide knowledge and experience in Dermatology
• Essential: MRCP (UK)
• Desirable: MD or PhD
• Desirable: Experience of teaching
• Desirable: Working within the NHS

Clinical governance

• Essential: Evidence of involvement in Audit/QI/Governance processes

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: East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Employer's website: Apply through our website

Contact
Lead Clinician, Dermatology: Asha Rajeev, Rajeev@nhs.net