Job summaryWe are seeking to appoint a Whole-Time Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon. The successful applicant on the GMC Specialist Register, or to be eligible to join the Specialist Register within six months of the interviewWe would welcome applications from candidates across the full spectrum of experience, from those who have recently completed training to those who have well-established careers.
Any candidate 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 personal basis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues.
Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.
Main duties of the jobThe appointee will, together with consultant colleagues, be responsible for providing benign and malignant breast surgical work to enable the Sheffield Teaching Hospitals Trust to fulfil its service agreements with Sheffield Health and other commissioners.
The appointee will be responsible and accountable to the Clinical Director in Plastic and Breast Surgery for this activity. The appointee will undertake operating lists and clinics at The Royal Hallamshire Hospital. The post holder will also work flexibly to assist the directorate in ensuring maximum utilisation of all resources and delivery of all access targets and key performance indicators.
To review the full duties of the post please refer to the Job Description.
About usLocated on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one if the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also means it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award winning and internationally recognised team, with focus on innovation, research and high-quality care, as well as family friendly working, and we are keen to discuss with individuals about how we can support their ambitions.
DetailsDate posted08 September 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary
109,725 to 145,478 a year
per annum
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference number190-STH-26-197Job locationsRoyal Hallamshire HospitalSheffieldS10 2JFUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialRegistered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a license to practiceFRCS or equivalentName on the specialist register or eligible within 6 months of the date of interviewDesirableMD or PhD or equivalent
Clinical experience
EssentialAbility to work as an independent practitioner covering the breadth of benign and malignant breast disease including implant-based reconstruction and chest wall perforator flapsTraining within, and successful completion of, a National (Breast) Oncoplastic Training Interface Group (TIG) Fellowship, or recognised equivalent will be an advantage. DesirableRecent and substantial commitment to the development and delivery of breast servicesDemonstration of innovation in breast surgery
Research
EssentialAbility to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriateDesirableRelevant publications in Peer reviewed journals
Teaching and training
EssentialExperience of teaching student doctors and resident doctors at all levels
Continuous Professional Development
EssentialEvidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 monthsDesirableMaintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Management and Administration
EssentialEvidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management
Clinical governance and audit
EssentialExperience in performing clinical auditDesirableCompletion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project.
Personal attributes
EssentialDemonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD valuesGood time management skillsGood oral and written communication skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialRegistered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a license to practiceFRCS or equivalentName on the specialist register or eligible within 6 months of the date of interviewDesirableMD or PhD or equivalent
Clinical experience
EssentialAbility to work as an independent practitioner covering the breadth of benign and malignant breast disease including implant-based reconstruction and chest wall perforator flapsTraining within, and successful completion of, a National (Breast) Oncoplastic Training Interface Group (TIG) Fellowship, or recognised equivalent will be an advantage. DesirableRecent and substantial commitment to the development and delivery of breast servicesDemonstration of innovation in breast surgery
Research
EssentialAbility to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriateDesirableRelevant publications in Peer reviewed journals
Teaching and training
EssentialExperience of teaching student doctors and resident doctors at all levels
Continuous Professional Development
EssentialEvidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 monthsDesirableMaintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Management and Administration
EssentialEvidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management
Clinical governance and audit
EssentialExperience in performing clinical auditDesirableCompletion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project.
Personal attributes
EssentialDemonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD valuesGood time management skillsGood oral and written communication skillsDisclosure 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 Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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 Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameSheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressRoyal Hallamshire HospitalSheffieldS10 2JFUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameSheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressRoyal Hallamshire HospitalSheffieldS10 2JFUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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