Job summary
The appointment is to commence in October 2025 for a fixed term period of 12 months. A FRCS (Plast) or equivalent is essential. The post does not award a National Training Number. As this post is not recognised as a 'training post', full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise is required, and if the appointee does not hold right of residence in the UK sponsorship will be required. The duties of this post are appropriate to an individual holding a Certificate of Completion of Training in Plastic Surgery
Main duties of the job
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative work plan.
The post is ideal for candidates wishing to pursue a career in Plastic Surgery with a subspecialty interest in Skin Oncology; with an aim of supporting candidates transitioning from supervised trainee to becoming an independent and confident consultant colleague. There are significant opportunities within the Plastic Surgery department to expand on clinical, operative, educational and academic skills which will assist candidates in becoming well rounded Surgical Skin Oncologists.
About us
These are the values that all staff at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are expected to demonstrate in all that they do.Patients First - Ensure that the people we serve are at the heart of what we do
Respectful - Be kind, respectful, fair and value diversity
Ownership - Celebrate our successes, learn continuously and ensure we improve
Unity - Work in partnership with others
Deliver - Be efficient, effective and accountable for our actions
The Trust have developed a PROUD Behaviours framework which details specific behaviours we expect to see and do not expect to see, aligned to each of the five PROUD Values.For further details of our services and organisational structure, including our Board of Directors, and our future plans please visit www.sth.nhs.uk/about-us
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative work plan.
The successful candidate must be Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of application . 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 responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative work plan.
The successful candidate must be Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of application . 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
Essential
- Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at point of application
- MBBS or equivalent
- FRCS (Plast) or equivalent
- MRCS or equivalent
- Candidates must be within 6 months of CCT date or equivalent by the time of interview.
Desirable
- GMC Specialist Register in Plastic Surgery
- Certificate of Completion in Training in Plastic Surgery or equivalent
- Higher degree (MD, MS, MChir)
Clinical experience
Essential
- Evidence of higher training and specialist interest in Plastic Surgery
- Demonstrable interest in Skin Oncology
- Competent in performing independent day case minor surgical skin procedures
Desirable
- ATLS trained
- Previous experience in skin cancer management including SLNB and lymph node dissections
- Completed Dermascopy course and/or EMSB course
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate/Basic understanding of research methods and statistics (Depending on level of post)
Desirable
- Publications in Peer reviewed journals related to Skin Oncology
Teaching and training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors (if considered appropriate to the post)
Personal attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
- Good written communication skills including IT
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
- Attendance at Skin Oncology meetings
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at point of application
- MBBS or equivalent
- FRCS (Plast) or equivalent
- MRCS or equivalent
- Candidates must be within 6 months of CCT date or equivalent by the time of interview.
Desirable
- GMC Specialist Register in Plastic Surgery
- Certificate of Completion in Training in Plastic Surgery or equivalent
- Higher degree (MD, MS, MChir)
Clinical experience
Essential
- Evidence of higher training and specialist interest in Plastic Surgery
- Demonstrable interest in Skin Oncology
- Competent in performing independent day case minor surgical skin procedures
Desirable
- ATLS trained
- Previous experience in skin cancer management including SLNB and lymph node dissections
- Completed Dermascopy course and/or EMSB course
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate/Basic understanding of research methods and statistics (Depending on level of post)
Desirable
- Publications in Peer reviewed journals related to Skin Oncology
Teaching and training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors (if considered appropriate to the post)
Personal attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
- Good written communication skills including IT
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
- Attendance at Skin Oncology meetings
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
