Job summaryThe Christie NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with Mid-Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, is seeking three experienced and motivated Consultant Haematologist to join our team at Leighton Hospital.
This is a 10 PA per week role with on-call commitments, working alongside three established consultants and a Lead Consultant to deliver a high-quality, patient-centred haematology service -including:
- Three consultant clinics per week - split between Haematology Oncology and classical Haematology
- Liaison haematology for MCHT inpatients
- Liaison haematology for GPs
- Participation in Christie network MDTs
- Opportunities to develop a special interest with cross site working at The Christie in Withington
As part of this appointment, candidates applying directly (not via an agency) will receive a one-off attraction payment of 20% of the first year's salary, subject to remaining in post for a minimum of two years. Flexible working options may be considered.
Main duties of the jobThe successful post holder will be responsible for providing consultant level support to The Christie clinical haematology service and to implement best practice in Haematology.
The role will include three outpatient clinics per week, responsibility for outpatients attending the Macmillan Cancer Care Unit for treatment and provision of specialist input into the care of inpatients at Leighton Hospital. The post holder will have considerable liaison with local General Practitioners for haematological advice and will join the existing consultant's rota to manage this.
The post holder will be a core member of the haematology and lymphoma multi-disciplinary teams and the post also offers the opportunity to develop a special interest to suit the interests of the successful applicant and the unmet needs of the clinical haematology service.A full and extensive overview of the responsibilities are detailed in the job description attached
About usThe postholder will contribute to the delivery of high-quality consultant-led care across 7 days. This includes participation in planned weekend and weekday clinical activity to support safe, timely decision-making and continuity of care for patients.
The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, looking after more than 64,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 25% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.We are the largest radiotherapy provider in the NHS with one in 20 treatments delivered at The Christie. We have up to 15 linear accelerators operating across our network of sites. We operate the largest chemotherapy unit in the UK on our main site and treatments are also provided at 13 other networked sites, and in patients homes. And as a specialist tertiary surgical centre, we focus on rare cancers, complex procedures, and multidisciplinary approaches to cancer surgery, specialising in colorectal, peritoneal, gynaecological, urological and plastic surgery.We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We have been named by the UK's National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), as one of the best hospitals providing opportunities for patients to participate in clinical research studies, with more than 800 studies open at any time, caring for over 3,000 patients.
DetailsDate posted: 17 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: 413-MD-C2026-25170M-OO
Job locations: Haematology Mid Cheshire - E01009, Crewe, CW1 4QJ, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesThis post is for 10 Programmed Activities (PAs) per week for a Christie Clinical Haematologist based atLeighton Hospital to provide clinical support to the Christie Haematology @ Leighton service.
The post will support the service to provide an excellent and high-quality patient focused service to meet the demand from our patients and referring centres.Any consultant who is unable for personal reasons to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personalbasis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues.
Role Purpose:This post is a collaborative venture between the Christie NHS Foundation Trust and MCHFT to support the clinical haematology services across the southern sector of the Greater Manchester and Cheshire Cancer Network (GMCCN) and the delivery of clinical and laboratory haematology on the Leighton Hospital site.
The clinical haematology department based at Leighton Hospital is run by a highly motivated team providing outpatient, day care and inpatient service to BCSH level 2a.
The post will be based at Leighton Hospital. The post holder will be a core member of the Haematology and lymphoma multi-disciplinary teams and the post also offers the opportunity to develop a special interest to suit the interests of the successful applicant and the unmet needs of the Clinical haematology service.
The role will be responsible for: To develop and implement best practice in Haematology To support staff in the delivery of a high quality service To be a core member of the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT). Membership on Hospital Transfusion Committee NEQAS film reportingDiagnostic Haematology serviceDiagnostic services for MCHFT haematology and biochemistry services are provided by the NMCPS, with a view to utilise the Manchester HODs (haematology diagnostic system) for reporting of bone marrow aspirates, trephines and for cytogenetic and molecular studies.
Job Plan TimetableThe timetable below is indicative and will be confirmed on commencement in post.
It is the requirement of the Trust that all new consultant colleagues must have 0.25 SPAs within their job plan to support Trust appraisal and supervision requirements. This can either be as appraiser or a supervisor for medical staff or Advanced clinical Practitioners.
MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridayAMOutpatient clinic
ERS Triage/Lab
SPA
Outpatient Clinic
SPA
ERS Triage/ Lab
SPA
PMInpatient ward round and inpatient referral/ Admin
ERS Triage / Lab
SPA
Admin MDT and Departmental meetings
Outpatient clinic
ERS Triage/Lab
MDT
NB This timetable is indicative
Job Plan PA SummaryTotal PAs Direct Clinical Care (DCC)
7.5Direct Clinical Care (DCC)
Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) (including 1.5 core SPA)2.5Supervision role (minimum 0.25 must be allocated)
0.25
Supporting Professional Activities (SPA)
2.25
Total Programmed Activities (PAs)
10On call CommitmentsThis role does require participation in the on-call rota.
Person SpecificationAttainmentsEssential- FRCP / MRCP or equivalent
- FRCPath or equivalent
- GMC registration with a license to practice Entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) specialist register via one of the following: a.Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (the proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) b.Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR)
Desirable- Additional research or teaching qualification
- MD/PhD
ExperienceEssential- Experience of teaching/training
- Clinical experience and knowledge in: General Haematology Blood Transfusion Coagulation Malignant Haematology
- Evidence of continuing personal and professional development and keeps up to date with medical advances.
- Knowledge and appreciation of the core legal, ethical and political issues which govern medical practice
- Evidence of clinical leadership and people management skills.
- Ensure delivery of a quality service
- Able to implement policies and plans
- Effectively review and allocate resources
- Review and manage progress
- Clear understanding of performance management and supports a performance culture
- Accountable for performance of self and others
- Empowers others to take responsibility
- Able to develop and recognise the performance of others
Desirable- Experience of recent and current research and or relevant publications.
- Attendance at 'Teaching for Teachers' or similar course
- Management training
Personal SkillsEssential- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Can own/commit to shared goals
- Can build effective teams and partnerships
- Flexibility, commitment and compatibility with colleagues and multidisciplinary staff in the department.
- Flexible and adaptable to change
- Acts with integrity - honest and trustworthy towards both patients and staff
- Is comfortable dealing with People
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Awareness of personal limitations.
Circumstances DomicileEssential- Within 30 minutes travel time to the hospital.
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).
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). 
