Job summaryWe are a dynamic team based at York and Scarborough Teaching Hospital Foundation Trust and are keen to expand our consultant body on the York site with another enthusiastic colleague. This prospectus should hopefully provide you greater insight about the fantastic team at York and the benefits of living and working in the historic city of York.
The post is for an Orthopaedic Surgeon with a specialist interest in Foot and Ankle. The current working model includes a 1 in 10 rota covering a trauma intake providing an in-reach and referral service to other Surgical Wards and the Emergency department. There is dedicated daily trauma list capacity for the prompt management of trauma to complement a 24/7 rota, supported by an experienced multi-disciplinary orthopaedic team.
Job plans will be reviewed at least annually, following an appraisal meeting. The job plan will be a prospective agreement that sets out a consultant's typical working pattern, duties and responsibilities and objectives for the coming year. It will cover all aspects of a consultant's professional practice including clinical work, teaching, research, education and managerial responsibilities and external commitments.
Main duties of the jobWe are seeking an experienced foot and ankle surgeon to join the current team of lower limb surgeons.
The post holder will have a 10 PA job plan consisting of 8 clinical sessions 1 Admin and 1 SPA session. Whilst some of the sessions will be at fixed times during the week, the requirements of this post mean that there will be a need for the post holder to adopt a flexible approach to their weekly commitments. Weekly activity will be confirmed at least 6 weeks in advance.
This post carries a 1:10 on call & trauma commitment. The on call rota is split into 2 separate blocks - Monday to Thursday & Friday to Sunday. During on call time the post holder is responsible for the management of all acute Orthopaedic admissions & trauma lists. Elective activity during this time is cancelled. The post holder is expected to adhere to the Directorate guidelines on consultant responsibilities during on call weeks & demonstrate good communication with colleagues for the handover of patient care, when appropriate. No leave should be taken during on call time unless appropriate cover arrangements have been made, agreed & approved by the Clinical Director
On appointment of the post holder, the Clinical Director will commence discussions to finalise the job plan which will become operational on commencement.
Additional programmed activities may be offered to the post holder, up to a maximum of 2 for full time posts, taking the maximum total to 12.
About usThe York Department currently consists of 14 orthopaedic surgeons providing on call, trauma and elective services at York Hospital. We have an established multi-disciplinary team working alongside the surgeons, including Extended Scope Physiotherapists and Advanced Nurse Practitioners.
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
- Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
- A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
DetailsDate posted: 06 July 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: 419-8098942-C-S-Y-NR
Job locations: York Hospital, Wigginton Road, York, YO31 8HE, United Kingdom
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor more information please see the job description attachedOur Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.Armed Forces Friendly EmployerWe are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that York Teaching Hospital has provided its statement of intent to support all Defence personnel and we welcome their application to work for us.
Disability Confident and Mindful EmployerThe Trust is committed to meeting the needs of employees and applicants with a disability or mental health condition. Our support for these schemes includes encouraging applications from people who are disabled or have a mental health condition, offering adjustments to make our application process accessible.
Job responsibilitiesFor more information please see the job description attachedOur Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.Armed Forces Friendly EmployerWe are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that York Teaching Hospital has provided its statement of intent to support all Defence personnel and we welcome their application to work for us.
Disability Confident and Mindful EmployerThe Trust is committed to meeting the needs of employees and applicants with a disability or mental health condition. Our support for these schemes includes encouraging applications from people who are disabled or have a mental health condition, offering adjustments to make our application process accessible.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- GMC Specialist Register in Trauma & Orthopaedics
- ATLS
- Entry on the relevant GMC Specialist Register via: - CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) - Or CESR
Desirable- Substantive NHS Experience
- MSc or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
Clinical Practice / CompetenceEssential- Ability to demonstrate clinical experience and skill in Trauma & Orthopaedics with a specialist interest in foot and ankle surgery
- Knowledge of good medical practice and the GMC requirements
Desirable- Fellowship experience in foot and ankle surgery
- Experience of managing complex foot and ankle trauma
Mentoring & TeachingEssential- Experience of teaching undergraduate and post graduate trainees
- Is able to work effectively in spite of pressures
Desirable- Experience of supervising SpRs/specialist trainees
Leadership & TeamworkEssential- Work effectively with others towards shared goals, welcoming diverse perspectives
- Willingness to work with Consultant colleagues and management to maintain and develop a comprehensive service
Desirable- Familiarity of issues of service organisation and development
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- GMC Specialist Register in Trauma & Orthopaedics
- ATLS
- Entry on the relevant GMC Specialist Register via: - CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) - Or CESR
Desirable- Substantive NHS Experience
- MSc or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
Clinical Practice / CompetenceEssential- Ability to demonstrate clinical experience and skill in Trauma & Orthopaedics with a specialist interest in foot and ankle surgery
- Knowledge of good medical practice and the GMC requirements
Desirable- Fellowship experience in foot and ankle surgery
- Experience of managing complex foot and ankle trauma
Mentoring & TeachingEssential- Experience of teaching undergraduate and post graduate trainees
- Is able to work effectively in spite of pressures
Desirable- Experience of supervising SpRs/specialist trainees
Leadership & TeamworkEssential- Work effectively with others towards shared goals, welcoming diverse perspectives
- Willingness to work with Consultant colleagues and management to maintain and develop a comprehensive service
Desirable- Familiarity of issues of service organisation and development
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.
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.
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer name: York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: York Hospital, Wigginton Road, York, YO31 8HE, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact: Care Group Director and Orthopaedic Surgeon James Stanley, james.stanley1@nhs.net
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