Job summary
The appointees will be expected to participate in full within the unit and take an active interest in promoting vascular surgical services within and outside of the Trust. The appointees will be expected to participate in the provision of a full programme of elective and emergency conventional and endovascular surgical services.

Proposed job plan that comprises 10PAs, including on-call, core and development SPAs, patient administration and the unit meeting, with hub and spoke clinics and dedicated hybrid theatre sessions.

Main duties of the job
The successful applicants will have a broad base in conventional vascular surgery as well as endovascular techniques. They will work with the existing consultant team to provide level three training in all aspects of Vascular Surgery, and will be expected to support collaborative cross disciplinary working relations and in particular to be involved in endovascular

The appointees will be expected to participate in full within the unit and take an active interest in promoting vascular surgical services within and outside of the Trust. The appointees will be expected to participate in the provision of a full programme of elective and emergency conventional and endovascular surgical services, and elective varicose vein surgery.

About us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to progress your career.

With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.

At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow's healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.

Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.

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Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

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Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Completion of higher training in Vascular Surgery
• Experience of Audit
• Experience of Teaching at UG and PG level

Desirable

• Specialist clinical experience such as Fellowship in vascular surgery
• Research experience

Qualifications
Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Postgraduate qualification (eg FRCS) or equivalent
• Full registration with the General Medical Council
• Registered on the GMC Specialist Register (within 6 months of interview)

Desirable

• Higher qualification eg MD)

Skills
Essential

• Organisational skills
• Communication skills
• Leadership skills
• Team working skills

Desirable

• Experience of leading and implementing change
• Qualifications such as Training the Trainers

Management and Administrative Experience
Essential

• Knowledge of NHS structure

Desirable

• Management experience

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 (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 Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Manchester Royal Infirmary
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9WL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Consultant Vascular Surgeon and Lead for Workforce
Mohammed-Hayat Ashrafi
mohammed-hayat.ashrafi@mft.nhs.uk
01612761234

Details
Date posted
23 September 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£113,565 to £150,569 a year
per annum / pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
349-MRI-8253409-RL4
Job locations
Manchester Royal Infirmary
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9WL
United Kingdom

Supporting documents
Privacy notice
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust'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.
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 (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).
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).