Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Consultant in Anaesthetics (General)
The closing date is 23 November 2026

Job summary
Consultant in Anaesthetics We are looking to appoint a full-time an Consultant Anaesthetist. The job plan comprises of a weekly average of 8.5 PAs of clinical work spread over specialties (including on call) and 1.5 SPA. Further job plan details can be found within the job description, depending on service requirement there maybe an element of on calls.

We are immensely proud of the Trust's Outstanding status and the successful candidate will join a department that is friendly, engaged and provides excellent training and mentor support. The successful appointee will work as an integral part of the team and have equal access to junior staff.

East Surrey is the principle hospital for emergencies and inpatients, with day case surgery at Crawley Hospital. Anaesthetists are expected to be available across both hospital sites dependent on operational requirements.

Informal enquiries are welcomed by contacting Dr Venkat Duraiswamy Clinical Lead (venkat.duraiswamy@nhs.net) or Jay Frost Service Manager (jay.frost1@nhs.net)

Main duties of the job
For further information, please see the attached trust job description and person specification for a full list of duties and responsibilities.

About us
We are a leading local employer with a diverse workforce of approximately 6,000 staff, dedicated to providing healthcare services to a growing population of around 780,000 individuals.

Our Trust provides both emergency and planned healthcare across East Surrey, North-East West Sussex, and South Croydon - covering towns like Crawley, Horsham, Reigate, and Redhill. Our main hospital, East Surrey in Redhill, offers a full range of acute and specialist services and is also the closest trauma unit to Gatwick Airport. We also provide outpatient, diagnostic, and planned care services at sites including The Earlswood Centre, Caterham Dene Hospital, Oxted Health Centre, Crawley Hospital, and Horsham Hospital.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer, and we work hard to create an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. At our Trust, we strive to be the best place to work and receive care. We are dedicated to supporting you in your current role while helping you grow and develop your career. As part of our team, you will have access to excellent training opportunities, flexible working, dedicated support networks, and a strong emphasis on health and wellbeing to ensure a thriving and positive work environment.

Details
Date posted: 09 November 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum (depending on experience)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 326-8395989-PN
Job locations: Surrey & Sussex Healthcare Trust, Canada Avenue, Redhill, RH1 5RH, United Kingdom

Job description
Once you understand the requirements outlined in the advert, please ensure your application accurately reflects where you match them.
For further information regarding the role please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification
Criteria
Essential

• Evidence of a good standard of written English appropriate to the role
• A complete and accurate application
• Suitability for role evidenced in supporting statement
• Evidence of essential experience for role
• Meet the essential education/qualifications required for the role
• Hold the necessary mandatory professional/clinical registration
• Evidence of the Trust values and behaviours
• Evidence of any other essential criteria outlined in the person specification

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: Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Address: Surrey & Sussex Healthcare Trust, Canada Avenue, Redhill, RH1 5RH, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://surreyandsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Clinical Lead for Anaesthetics, Dr Venkat Duraiswamy, venkat.duraiswamy@nhs.net

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