Consultant Breast Surgeon

As part of the transition to a Group Clinical Services structure within Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, there is an increased expectation of cross-site working.

Although roles will have a designated base, post holders are likely to be required to work across multiple Trust sites in line with service needs. Where this is not included in the initial job plan, any future requirement arising from the departmental restructures will be addressed through the job planning process. Travel time will be taken into consideration in line with contractual expectations.

North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT) and University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) have merged as of 1 st July 2026 to become Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. This creates an exciting future that brings together the best of both organisations. As a single, strong and sustainable organisation, we will not only be able to deliver better outcomes for our patients and fairer care for our population, but it will also provide greater opportunities for our people.

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We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.
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Job overview

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and knowledgeable Consultant Breast Surgeon (10 PA) to contribute to the elective recovery and continued restoration of the Breast Care service within Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, delivered at Weston General Hospital and Southmead Hospital.

The department is well supported by oncologists from the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre and by a group of experienced and dedicated Cancer Nurse Specialists and Specialist Nurse Practitioners. We are a close-knit team, across all levels and value collaborative working. We also welcome new ideas as we are constantly striving to improve our service to all our patients.

The Bristol Breast Care Centre hosts the Avon Breast Screening Programme which is one of the largest screening programmes in the country.

There are close links with the University of Bristol and we are active in recruitment to breast cancer trials, supported by our own research team.

Main duties of the job

Clinical Duties

• The postholder will be responsible for the clinical management of patients under their care, and, in liaison with consultant colleagues, continuity of care when the postholder is absent.
• The work of the Breast Care Unit is now delivered across 2 sites (Southmead Hospital & Weston General Hospital). The postholder is expected to deliver care on both/either site according to their agreed job plan and the need of the service.
• As part of the division’s target to expand theatre usage and improve theatre utilisation, the postholder, with other consultants, will provide flexible theatre cover as part of their weekly programmed activities.
• The post holder with contribute to the on call rota, this is in hours only.
• The post-holder will work a flexible Job Plan of 10 PA per week to help the department achieve its targets in both cancer and non-cancer.

Working for our organisation

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.

With an annual turnover of 2.6 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom.

Chaired by Ingrid Barker and led by Maria Kane as Chief Executive, Bristol NHS Foundation Trust aims to transform the way healthcare is delivered locally with a clear focus on making a difference for what we call our Four Ps:

• Better outcomes for our Patients
• More opportunities for our People
• Fairer more consistent care for our Population
• Best Value for Public Purse

Our vision for five years from now:

• Patients will wait less time to be diagnosed and treated, and they will have the same high-quality experience and outcomes, regardless of who they are or where they live.
• We will meet rising demand by maximising the use of our available resources.
• More care will be delivered nearer to patients, in their homes or the community.
• Digital technologies will have transformed the way we work and the way we deliver care.
• Our people will feel engaged, energised and empowered by their work.
• We will be known as a place where people enjoy working, training and building a career.
• Our volume of globally renowned research and innovation will have grown significantly.
• We will contribute to system financial balance

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person specification

Qualification and Registrations

• Full and specialist registration in either AIM or GIM with the General Medical Council (GMC)
• Or Within 6 months of obtaining expected CCT date at time of interview *Locum candidates will be considered without CCT or CESR
• FRCS (Gen) or equivalent
• Training/experience in oncoplastic breast surgery
• Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent
• Oncoplastic breast fellowship

Experience

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in breast disease management with a validated surgical logbook of index breast procedures
• Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
• Experience in independent oncoplastic breast surgery
• Trained to perform NHSBSP operative cases
• Ability to offer expert clinical opinions on a range of breast problems, both elective and emergency
• Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust’s service strategy
• Specialist oncoplastic breast fellowship
• Experience in breast ultrasound
• Experience in mammographic interpretation

Clinical Knowledge and Skills

• Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
• Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
• Broad range of IT skills

Clinical Governance and Audit

• Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
• Positive approach to evidence based practice
• Evidence of recent and regular engagement with icontinuing professional development (CPD) scheme
• Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it
• Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
• Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
• Ability to practice independently as a consultant
• Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
• Evidence of management/leadership experience and/or qualifications and courses

Interpersonal, communication and team working skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
• Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English.
• Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
• Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
• Ability to be a flexible team member

Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes

• Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
• Awareness of personal limitations
• Additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
• Trained as a Consultant Appraiser

Other

• Meets professional health requirements
• Agreement to travel to and work in other Bristol NHS Foundation Trust sites necessitated by the role

Teaching and Training

• Experience of teaching medical students and AHP’s
• Experience of supervising trainees.
• Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team
• Educational Supervisor training completed Formal teaching/ education qualification
• Educational Supervisor training completed
• Knowledge of the principles involved in research
• Evidence of involvement in research
• Additional academic experience and qualifications e.g. PhD
• Evidence of publication of peer reviewed academic papers

We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey, helping us to shape our future together.

As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

The Trust is committed to investing in and caring for all our staff. We will support you in maintaining and improving your health and wellbeing, as well as your career development through management and training support - developing exceptional people for exceptional careers.

BFT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

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Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore, please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification

Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.

As a guide interviews should usually take place within 3 weeks of the closing date.

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This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Izzy Dash Job title Consultant Breast Surgeon and Clinical Lead Email address isabella.dash@nbt.nhs.uk Telephone number 01179505050 Additional information

Jay Parry - General Manager (via switchboard)

Alice Chambers - Deputy Clinical Lead and Breast Surgeon Consultant (via switchboard)

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