Foundation Locally Employed doctor in General Surgery + Urology

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Job summary
Applicants are invited to apply for a Foundation Equivalent Junior Locally Employed post in General Surgery and in Urology.

This is a full time 4-month fixed term appointment.

We are looking for a Foundation year 1 level doctor to join our exciting team.

Main duties of the job
The post-holder will work closely under the direction of the Surgery Consultants and Specialty Registrar Trainees with duties to include day-to-day inpatient care, operating with and assisting senior team members in theatre and Out-Patient clinics. The department has Colorectal (including IBD, pelvic floor, colorectal malignancy), Upper Gastrointestinal and General surgery teams. The post holder will have opportunities to get involved with audit and research.

The out-of-hours commitment will include a full shift rota at 1 in 17 frequency.

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.

Details
Date posted: 09 November 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: £41,226 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 4 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 349-WTWA-8324757-RL4-A
Closing date: 23 November 2026

Job locations
Wythenshawe Hospital, Southmoor Road, Wythenshawe, M23 9LT, United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you'll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading.

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.

Person Specification

• MBBS or equivalent
• Full registration with GMC with current licence to practice
• Eligibility to work in UK
• 2 months NHS experience
• 1 year's post-graduate medical experience

Employer details
Employer name: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Employer's website: https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/

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