Job summaryThe hospital provides all those services normally associated with a very large District General Hospital. The hospital provides services on a single site for all the major specialities including Accident and Emergency, Trauma and Orthopaedics, Intensive Care, Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Genitourinary Medicine, Ophthalmology, ENT, Paediatrics (including a NICU), General medicine (including all major medical specialities including CCU, Renal Unit, Intensive care and Gastroenterology), Radiotherapy and Oncology, and all the general surgical specialities, including a Bariatric service.
The trust provides several services Berkshire-wide (e.g. ophthalmology, renal). Following the principle of care closer to home, the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust offers services from many locations, including King Edward VII Hospital, Windsor, Windsor dialysis unit, West Berkshire Community Hospital, Royal Berkshire Bracknell Healthspace, Townlands Hospital Henley and there are visiting clinics in Wallingford and Wantage.
The post holder will share clinical and managerial leadership within the Anaesthetic department with the present consultants. There is an expectation that the successful candidate will work flexibly with colleagues to ensure the maintenance of a continuing high quality service meeting patient needs and to raise departmental profiles through teaching and education.
Please note the simulation date will be 11/9/26 and the interview date will be 25/9/26Main duties of the job- Have duties that include provision of anaesthesia, pre-operative assessment, postoperative visits, administration, teaching and audit. There will be a job plan review immediately upon starting to discuss use and scheduling of SPA time. This will be followed by a further review after 3-6 months to ensure that the SPAs are appropriately used and fulfilling the needs of the individuals and the department.
- Work in multidisciplinary teams providing high quality care to patients and work well with colleagues providing an advisory and consultation service.
- Record all absence from the Trust using Department and Trust processes; provide this record at annual job plan review; and provide cross cover for colleagues' leave when necessary.
- Comply with all department and Trust policies, procedures and guidelines, and work providing care in line with national standards.
- Take personal responsibility for completing all mandatory and statutory training.
- Participate in appropriate Continuing Professional Development activities; complete annual appraisal and revalidation requirements; work to achieve objectives set at annual appraisal and job plan review.
- Ensure patient confidentiality is maintained at all times
- Comply with the GMC requirements of Duties of a Doctor at all times
About usDiversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.
DetailsDate posted: 05 August 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
Reference number: 193-CON256PCG
Job locations: Royal Berkshire Hospital, London Road, Reading, RG1 5AN, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesMain Duties & ResponsibilitiesClinical ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will:
- Have duties that include provision of anaesthesia, pre-operative assessment, postoperative visits, administration, teaching and audit. There will be a job plan review immediately upon starting to discuss use and scheduling of SPA time. This will be followed by a further review after 3-6 months to ensure that the SPAs are appropriately used and fulfilling the needs of the individuals and the department.
- Work in multidisciplinary teams providing high quality care to patients and work well with colleagues providing an advisory and consultation service.
- Participate actively and enthusiastically in the clinical governance, teaching and management activities of the department.
- Record all absence from the Trust using Department and Trust processes; provide this record at annual job plan review; and provide cross cover for colleagues leave when necessary.
- Comply with all department and Trust policies, procedures and guidelines, and work providing care in line with national standards.
- Take personal responsibility for completing all mandatory and statutory training.
- Participate in appropriate Continuing Professional Development activities; complete annual appraisal and revalidation requirements; work to achieve objectives set at annual appraisal and job plan review.
- Ensure patient confidentiality is maintained at all times
- Comply with the GMC requirements of Duties of a Doctor at all times
Management Responsibilities- Active participation in monthly clinical governance meetings within the anaesthetic department.
- Participation and involvement in meetings and other business in the anaesthesia service.
- Follow and uphold the Trust CARE values
Person SpecificationAudit, Management and ITEssential- Evidence of participation in audit and quality improvement projects, presenting data and implementing change as appropriate
Desirable- Understanding of NHS management structures
- Previous involvement in clinical leadership roles
Research, Teaching Skill & ExperienceEssential- Evidence of providing good teaching and supervision to trainees
Desirable- Educational qualification or equivalent educational experience
Patient ExperienceEssential- See patients as individuals and involve them in decisions about their care
Clinical ExperienceEssential- Fully trained in Anaesthesia - Level of training equivalent to that required to obtain a CCT in Anaesthesia in the UK as defined by the RCoA
Desirable- Subspecialty interest in regional anaesthesia and out of theatre work
Education and QualificationsEssential- Within 6 months of CCT or CESR in Anaesthesia at interview date
- FRCA or equivalent qualification
Desirable- Higher degree or other relevant qualifications related to anaesthetic practice
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).
Employer detailsEmployer name: Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Royal Berkshire Hospital, London Road, Reading, RG1 5AN, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact: Consultant Anaesthetist, Lauren Williams, Lauren.Williams@royalberkshire.nhs.uk, 01183227068
Supporting documentsPrivacy notice: Royal Berkshire 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. 
