Job summaryFixed term: 12 months (End contract 30/06/2027)Are you an experienced physician in Diabetes and Endocrinology looking for new opportunities for career development?
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust is the perfect place for you to succeed.
Join our experienced and innovative team of Consultant Diabetologists and Endocrinologists and other Consultant Physicians in providing excellent services in diabetes and endocrinology and general internal medicine in a state-of-the-art hospital.
You will showcase your experience and develop your skills and confidence under the guidance of an inspiring team. The role is based at Hinchingbrooke Hospital, however, cross site working at our acute hospital sites and clinics will be expected.
You will be committed to the development and innovation of our services to provide high-quality clinical care for in-patients on the Diabetes/General Medical ward. You contribute to the development of excellence in clinical practice through research, audit, and participation in clinical and social care governance.
We believe in flexibility and a work/life balance. If you wish to work less than full time, we are happy to consider part time and job share requests.
If you wish to discuss this role or arrange an information meeting, please contact Dr Sidrah Khan, Consultant at sidrah.khan1@nhs.net.
Main duties of the jobThe job plan is anticipated to contain 10 programmed activities with an approximate split of 8.5 direct clinical care programmed activities (CPA) of Diabetes and Endocrinology and General Internal Medicine and 1.5 PA's for supporting professional activity (SPA). However, we are willing to accommodate any different number of PAs as the service permits.
Alongside colleagues, you will provide specialist led inpatient and outpatient Diabetes & Endocrine services. This includes ward referrals and supporting the team of trained DSNs.
Your prime clinical responsibility will be accountability for the continuous care of in-patients and outpatients, and as part of this responsibility, a share of the out-of-hours general medical on -call rota arrangements at the Trust.
You will work as an integral part of the Multidisciplinary Trust wide Diabetes network and attend Clinical Governance and Multidisciplinary Team meetings at multiple Trust and external provider sites.
Appropriate standards of care for patients must be a priority as well as appropriate standards of education and training for medical staff in training. Therefore, you will contribute to the teaching of medical students, trainee advanced care practitioners, specialist nurses and participate in weekly postgraduate meetings as well as audit, governance, morbidity and mortality and training meetings.
About usNorth West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust is a large, complex organisation serving a diverse population across multiple sites. We are committed to delivering high quality, safe and effective care, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and clinical leadership.
You will be joining a supportive and collaborative senior leadership community, working closely with clinical and corporate colleagues to address key priorities and challenges. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a rapid, visible difference at a critical time, improving care, strengthening standards, and embedding a positive, accountable culture.
DetailsDate posted13 August 2026
Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staff
GradeConsultant
Salary£113,565 to £150,569 a year
per annum
ContractFixed term
Duration12 months
Working patternFull-time
Reference number176-Med-7936810-B
Job locationsHinchingbrooke Hospital
Huntingdon
PE3 9GZ
United Kingdom
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the attached Job Description for further information regarding main responsibilities.
Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to the attached Job Description for further information regarding main responsibilities.
Person SpecificationEducation/QualificationsEssential- MBChB/MBBS or equivalent MRCP
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for Diabetes &Endocrinology/General Internal Medicine: CCT (or equivalent or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview)
Desirable- Higher qualification (e.g. MD, PhD)
Knowledge/ExperienceEssential- Extensive training and experience in Diabetes & Endocrinology & General Medicine
Desirable- Evidence of ability to pursue independent research.
OtherEssential- Demonstrates honesty, commitment and integrity
SkillsEssential- Ability to communicate with other members/ grades of staff, patients, families, and General Practitioners
- Commitment to multidisciplinary work
- Evidence of involvement in service developments/ planning
- Knowledge of corporate structure of NHS Trusts, the NHS plan and clinical governance
Desirable- Specific training in communications skills, teaching etc
- Evidence of successful implementation of new working patterns/methods
- Evidence of specific training in management (e.g. courses, practical experience)
Person SpecificationEducation/QualificationsEssential- MBChB/MBBS or equivalent MRCP
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for Diabetes &Endocrinology/General Internal Medicine: CCT (or equivalent or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview)
Desirable- Higher qualification (e.g. MD, PhD)
Knowledge/ExperienceEssential- Extensive training and experience in Diabetes & Endocrinology & General Medicine
Desirable- Evidence of ability to pursue independent research.
OtherEssential- Demonstrates honesty, commitment and integrity
SkillsEssential- Ability to communicate with other members/ grades of staff, patients, families, and General Practitioners
- Commitment to multidisciplinary work
- Evidence of involvement in service developments/ planning
- Knowledge of corporate structure of NHS Trusts, the NHS plan and clinical governance
Desirable- Specific training in communications skills, teaching etc
- Evidence of successful implementation of new working patterns/methods
- Evidence of specific training in management (e.g. courses, practical experience)
Disclosure 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 nameNorth West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
AddressHinchingbrooke Hospital
Huntingdon
PE3 9GZ
United Kingdom
Employer's websitehttps://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer detailsEmployer nameNorth West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
AddressHinchingbrooke Hospital
Huntingdon
PE3 9GZ
United Kingdom
Employer's websitehttps://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Consultant
Dr Sidrah Khan
sidrah.khan1@nhs.net
DetailsDate posted13 August 2026
Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staff
GradeConsultant
Salary£113,565 to £150,569 a year
per annum
ContractFixed term
Duration12 months
Working patternFull-time
Reference number176-Med-7936810-B
Job locationsHinchingbrooke Hospital
Huntingdon
PE3 9GZ
United Kingdom
Supporting documentsPrivacy noticeNorth West Anglia 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.Applicants must have current UK professional registration. 
