Job summary
This Fellowship post is designed to accommodate an orthopaedic clinician, who has attained CCT (or equivalent) in Trauma and Orthopaedics, or who is on the GMC's specialist register, who would like to gain a further period of development in the sub-speciality of Foot and Ankle Surgery in preparation for a consultant role within emphasis on total ankle replacement experience. Role commences February 2027

Previous applicants need not apply.

The post offers, subject to satisfactory assessment, the opportunity to develop independent surgical practice. The role also gives exposure to specialist Foot and Ankle clinics and theatre lists and the opportunity to engage in research and audit programmes. BOFAS has approved the fellowship having review the previous fellows' logbooks and other fellowship outputs.

Main duties of the job
The post-holder will undertake out-patient clinics, theatre lists and any related pre-and post-operative work. These will be predominantly with Mr Bing and Mr Makwana to gain experience in total ankle replacement surgery, covering primary TAR, patient specific and revision surgery. There will be exposure to other areas of foot and ankle practice as well.

About us
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH) is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.

In the National Staff Survey, 74% of our staff would recommend the Trust as a place to work and 92% would recommend the hospital to a friend or relative for treatment.

Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities.

RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.

Details
Date posted
12 August 2026

Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade
Doctor - other

Salary
£76,582 a year
pro rata per annum

Contract
Fixed term

Duration
12 months

Working pattern
Full-time

Reference number
224-PA20260303522-B

Job locations
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust
Gobowen
Oswestry
SY10 7AG
United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
On normal working days, the actual allocation of the following regular commitments will be aligned to the rotation to the foot and ankle consultants. Where possible, parallel operating lists with the supervising consultant will be scheduled. The following gives an indication of the normal weekly commitments for Out-Patients and Theatres, during weeks where out of hours duties are not scheduled.

Out-Patient Clinics with supervising consultants
3 x 4 hour sessions per week

Operating Theatre with supervising consultants
3 x 5 hour sessions per week

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• FRCS (Orth) or equivalent / equivalent level of experience

Registration
Essential

• GMC registration with licence to practice, no restrictions on practice AND entered onto the Specialist Registrar in Orthopaedics

Experience
Essential

• Minimum of 12 months surgical Foot and Ankle experience
• Satisfactory evidence of independent operating in the main foot and ankle surgical procedures

Desirable

• Evidence of engagement in audit and or research
• Evidence of audit or research activity within foot and ankle sub-speciality

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
Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust
Gobowen
Oswestry
SY10 7AG
United Kingdom

Employer's website
https://www.rjah.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Consultant Surgeon
Mr Simon Hill
simon.hill1@nhs.net
01691404584

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).